Dhanush Celebrates Mammootty’s Padma Bhushan On OM Sets With Cake Cutting Moment

The sets of the upcoming pan-Indian action drama OM turned into a celebration hub as versatile actor Dhanush and the film’s crew honoured Malayalam cinema legend Mammootty for being conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan award. The emotional moment was marked with a cake-cutting ceremony, applause, and heartfelt cheers from the entire team.

Mammootty received the Padma Bhushan from President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on June 23, recognizing his extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema spanning over five decades. The honour places him among the most decorated actors in the country, with fans and film personalities across India celebrating his achievement.

Adding to the celebration, the makers of OM also released a special character poster featuring Mammootty, giving fans a fresh glimpse of his role in the film. Director Rajkumar Periasamy , known for the blockbuster Amaran , shared a congratulatory note and teased that Mammootty’s entry in the film will be worth the wait, further building anticipation.

Interestingly, reports have also revealed that Mammootty will be seen playing the character named Karthikeyan, adding more intrigue to the story. The film also features Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela in key roles and is produced by Dhanush’s Wunderbar Films banner, making it one of the most ambitious projects in his career.

The OM team’s celebration has quickly gone viral on social media, with fans expressing excitement over the rare collaboration between two powerhouse performers—Dhanush and Mammootty sharing screen space for the first time. The on-set moment not only highlighted their mutual respect but also reflected the larger industry-wide admiration for Mammootty’s enduring legacy.

With its October 16 release window and growing buzz around its ensemble cast, OM is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Indian films of the year.