Akkineni Family Honors Legacy with ANR National Award to Chiranjeevi
The Akkineni family continued the tradition of the prestigious ANR Awards, honoring the legendary actor and patriarch with a grand ceremony held at Annapurna Studios. This year, the award was bestowed upon megastar Chiranjeevi, a fitting tribute to his exceptional contributions to Telugu cinema.
The event witnessed a star-studded gathering, with Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan gracing the occasion as the special guest. Bachchan presented the ANR National Award to Chiranjeevi, a moment that resonated with the deep respect and admiration the industry holds for both these cinematic icons.
The ceremony was a poignant celebration of Akkineni Nageswara Rao's legacy, with prominent figures from the Telugu film industry present to pay homage. The attendance included Venkatesh, Raghavendra Rao, Allu Aravind, Ram Charan, Nani, Trivikram, S Radha Krishna, Rajendra Prasad, Prakash Raj, Ramya Krishna, Sudheer Babu, Nagarjuna, Amala Akkineni, Venkat Akkineni, Naga Suseela, Naga Chaitanya, Akhil, Sumanth, Sushanth, Supriya, Shobita Dhulipala, and many more.
The highlight of the event was the emotional unveiling of ANR's last audio message, shared with his family members on their WhatsApp group before his passing. This poignant message, filled with love and affection, brought tears to the eyes of attendees, reminding everyone of the enduring impact of the legendary actor.
The ANR Awards serve as a testament to the legacy of a cinematic giant and a symbol of the enduring spirit of the Akkineni family. Both Chiranjeevi and ANR have played pivotal roles in shaping the landscape of Indian cinema, and this award serves as a fitting recognition of their enduring contribution to the art form.