Mon Oct 28 16:22:59 UTC 2024: ## Amitabh Bachchan Awarded Chiranjeevi with the ANR National Award 2024

**Hyderabad, October 28, 2024:** Megastar Chiranjeevi was bestowed with the prestigious ANR National Award 2024 today, at a star-studded event. The ceremony was graced by the presence of legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan as the chief guest, who presented the award to Chiranjeevi, surrounded by the Akkineni family, fans, and the media.

Expressing his deep connection with the Telugu film industry, Amitabh Bachchan shared his pride in being a part of it. He credited his participation in films like “Manam,” “Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy,” and “Kalki 2898 AD” for forging this bond.

“Chiranjeevi has been a dear friend, always there for me,” expressed Amitabh Bachchan. He extended his gratitude to Chiranjeevi for including him in his films and also thanked Nagarjuna and Nag Ashwin for their collaborations.

In a heartwarming gesture, Amitabh Bachchan declared, “I can now proudly say that I am a member of the Telugu film industry.” He further urged the industry to welcome him as one of their own, expressing his desire to be part of future projects.

The veteran actor received exceptional praise for his role in “Kalki 2898 AD” and is set to reprise his character in the film’s second part.

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