Which legendary actor was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2026?

Explanation :

Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2026 for his extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema. The award was received by his wife Hema Malini on his behalf at the ceremony.

हिंदी:
महान बॉलीवुड अभिनेता Dharmendra को भारतीय सिनेमा में उनके उत्कृष्ट योगदान के लिए 2026 में मरणोपरांत पद्म विभूषण से सम्मानित किया गया। यह सम्मान उनकी पत्नी Hema Malini ने उनकी ओर से प्राप्त किया।

Extra Facts / अतिरिक्त तथ्य:

Padma Vibhushan is India's second-highest civilian award after the Bharat Ratna.
Dharmendra was popularly known as the “He-Man of Bollywood.”
He gave iconic films like Sholay, Chupke Chupke, and Phool Aur Patthar.
Mammootty received Padma Bhushan, while R. Madhavan received Padma Shri, not Padma Vibhushan.