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Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee publicly expressed his joy and pride on social media upon learning that his mentor, theatre artist Barry Godfray John, received the prestigious Padma Shri Award. Bajpayee, who often credits Barry John for recognizing his potential and guiding his early career, shared an emotional note celebrating the moment. The award ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan was graced by President Droupadi Murmu, who presented the Padma Awards to various distinguished personalities across diverse fields. The Padma Awards are among India’s highest civilian honors, celebrating dedication and excellence in several sectors including the arts.

Key Points: Manoj Bajpayee Celebrates Mentor Barry John’s Padma Shri Honor

  • Manoj Bajpayee celebrates mentor Barry John's Padma Shri
  • President Murmu awards Barry John at Rashtrapati Bhavan
  • Barry John’s mentorship pivotal in Bajpayee’s career
  • Padma Awards recognize outstanding achievements across various fields
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Moment of immense pride and gratitude: Manoj Bajpayee on his mentor Barry Godfray John receiving Padma Shri

Manoj Bajpayee expresses pride as his mentor Barry John receives the Padma Shri Award.

"It's a moment of immense pride and gratitude to see him being honored with the Padma Shri. - Manoj Bajpayee"

New Delhi, May 28

Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee expressed his happiness and said that it was a moment of pride for him to see his guru and theatre artist Barry Godfray John being honoured with the Padma Shri Award.

Theatre artist Barry Godfray John was honoured with the Padma Shri Award on Tuesday. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award to him in a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Taking to his Instagram handle, Bajpayee wrote, "My Guru, Barry John, my guiding light! He was the first one to see the potential in me, to trust me with responsibilities that shaped my journey. His unwavering faith in me has been the cornerstone of who I am today. It's a moment of immense pride and gratitude to see him being honored with the Padma Shri, a recognition truly deserved! @itsbarryjohn #BarryJohn"

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President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday presented Padma Awards to the recipients across a diverse range of disciplines and fields at the second Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan here.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar, Union Ministers Amit Shah, S Jaishankar, Pralhad Joshi, Jitendra Singh, G Kishan Reddy and several other ministers and dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Padma Awards--one of the country's highest civilian Awards--are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.

The Awards are given in various disciplines/activities -- art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc.

Padma Vibhushan is awarded for exceptional and distinguished service; Padma Bhushan for distinguished service of high order, and Padma Shri for distinguished service in any field. The awards are announced on the occasion of Republic Day every year.

These awards are conferred by the President of India at ceremonial functions which are held at Rashtrapati Bhavan every year. For the year 2025, the President approved the conferment of 139 Padma Awards, including a duo case (in a duo case, the Award is counted as one). The list comprises 7 Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri Awards. 23 of the awardees are women, and the list also includes 10 persons from the category of Foreigners/NRI/PIO/OCI, and 13 Posthumous awardees.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
So heartwarming to see Manoj Bajpayee acknowledging his guru like this! In our culture, the guru-shishya parampara is sacred. Barry John truly deserves this recognition for shaping talents like Manoj who make India proud. 👏
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Priya M.
While I appreciate Barry John's contribution, I wish more Indian theatre gurus were recognized too. We have so many unsung heroes in regional theatre across states who nurture talent without any recognition.
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Arjun S.
Manoj Bajpayee's humility is what makes him special! From a small village in Bihar to Bollywood stardom, and still remembering his roots and mentors. This is why he's my favorite actor. More power to both guru and shishya!
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Sneha R.
The Padma awards are finally recognizing the right people! Not just politicians and businessmen, but real contributors to arts and culture. Barry John has shaped generations of actors - this honor is long overdue.
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Vikram D.
As someone who studied theatre under Barry sir in Delhi, I can confirm he's a legend! His workshops changed how we approached acting. So happy to see this recognition. Manoj sir's post brought tears to my eyes - such genuine respect!
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Neha T.
While I appreciate the award, I hope the government also increases funding for theatre arts. Recognition is good, but our artists need more institutional support. Many theatre groups are struggling post-pandemic.

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