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# Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023

The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India's highest honor in cinema, recognizing lifetime achievement in film.

Step 1: Understanding the Award

The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, established in 1969, is presented annually by the Government of India to honor exceptional contribution to Indian cinema. It is named after Dadasaheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema.

Step 2: 2023 Award Recipient

Mohanlal, the legendary Malayalam cinema actor with a career spanning over four decades, was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2023 for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema and his iconic performances across multiple film industries.

The correct answer is (B) Mohanlal.