# A Heartfelt Tribute: Prosenjit Chatterjee Dedicates Padma Shri to His Late Mother's Sacrifices **Imagine receiving India's highest civilian honor, only to turn the spotlight to the unsung hero behind your success—your mother.** That's exactly what Bengali cinema icon Prosenjit Chatterjee did upon learning of his Padma Shri award, a moment that melted hearts across the nation.[1][2][3] Prosenjit, the 63-year-old superstar with a staggering four-decade career, was one of 113 recipients announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs for the prestigious Padma Awards. From his child actor debut in the 1960s film *Chhotto Jigyasa* to becoming a leading hero and later excelling in critically acclaimed arthouse films like *Chokher Bali*, *Dosar*, *Jaatishwar*, and National Award winners *Mayurakshi* and *Jyeshthoputro*, his journey is legendary.[1][5] He even shared the thrilling news mid-screening of his latest Bengali film at Navina Cinema, where the audience erupted in cheers.[2][3][4] In a poignant interview with PTI, Prosenjit dedicated the honor first to his late mother: "I would first like to dedicate this honour to my mother, who sacrificed so much to raise us and guided me on a journey that has spanned over four decades."[1][3][4][7][8] He extended gratitude to his family, especially son Mishuk, and his "countless viewers" who made it all possible. Prosenjit also called his father, iconic actor Biswajit Chatterjee, who proudly responded, "So you have got it... I am so proud of you."[1][3][4] Reflecting deeper, he missed late director Rituparno Ghosh, crediting him for shaping his arthouse persona, and dismissed any talk of the award being "overdue," comparing it to legends like Soumitra Chatterjee.[2][3][4] This dedication isn't just personal—it's a powerful reminder of the sacrifices mothers make, fueling dreams in the unforgiving world of cinema. Prosenjit's story inspires us all to honor our own roots amid success.
Citations
1.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/movies/news/padma-shri-winner-prosenjit-chatterjee-dedicates-the-honour-to-his-late-mother-highlights-that-she-sacrificed-so-much/articleshow/127518183.cms
2.https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/entertainment/3782247-prosenjit-chatterjee-dedicates-padma-shri-to-late-mother?amp
3.https://m.rediff.com/news/commentary/2026/jan/25/want-to-dedicate-my-padma-shri-to-my-late-mother-prosenjit-chatterjee/e4e71f481b86af8443934f64b5b40a66
4.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/want-to-dedicate-my-padma-shri-to-my-late-mother-prosenjit-chatterjee-10883893
5.https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/bollywood/prosenjit-chatterjee-padma-shri-award-article-153506618
6.https://borderlessjournal.com/tag/prosenjit-chatterjee/
7.https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/prosenjit-chatterjee-dedicates-padma-shri-win-to-late-mother-she-sacrificed-so-much-article-153506549
8.https://www.ptinews.com/story/entertainment/want-to-dedicate-my-padma-shri-to-my-late-mother-prosenjit-chatterjee/3311101
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