71st National Film Awards:
The moment everyone awaited has finally arrived. Shahrukh Khan is set to receive the National Film Award for his blockbuster film 'Jawan.' This news has brought immense joy to his fans and the entire film industry. The wait is over as King Khan finally holds the award in his hands.
The movie 'Jawan' shattered multiple box office records and achieved remarkable success worldwide. Shahrukh's dual role in the film captivated audiences. His stellar acting, action, and emotional depth have once again proven that he is not just the king of romance but a versatile superstar who breathes life into every role.
Honoring Mohanlal
Superstar Mohanlal has been bestowed with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's most prestigious cinema honor, given for outstanding lifetime contribution to Indian cinema.
Mohanlal is one of the greatest actors in Malayalam cinema, having worked in over 400 films spanning four decades. His acting prowess ranges from comedy to thrillers and intense roles. He has showcased his magical performances not only in Malayalam but also in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.
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Shahrukh Receives Award
President Droupadi Murmu presented Shahrukh Khan with the award for 'Jawan.' The joy on his face was evident. It's no surprise he's called King Khan. As he stepped onto the stage, cheers erupted from the audience.
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Rani Mukherjee Triumphs with Best Actress Award
Rani Mukherjee has been awarded the 71st National Film Award for Best Actress. President Droupadi Murmu presented the honor to her for her powerful performance in 'Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway.'
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In addition to Rani and Shahrukh, actor Vikrant Massey was also honored with the Best Actor award. He worked tirelessly for '12th Fail,' and his hard work paid off. Director Vidhu Vinod Chopra was also recognized for the same film. The actors' awards sparked excitement, and Vigyan Bhavan resonated with applause.
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Rani Mukherjee Accompanies Shahrukh Khan
At the event, Shahrukh Khan and Rani Mukherjee were spotted seated together. Shahrukh donned an all-black ensemble, while Rani shone in a brown saree. Both were celebrated—Shahrukh for 'Jawan' and Rani for 'Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway.'
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Alongside Shahrukh and Rani, Vikrant Massey was seen, capturing fans' hearts with his dashing off-white suit. He was chosen for '12th Fail.'
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For her role in the Gujarati film 'Vash,' Janaki Bodiwala was awarded a National Award. She also played Ajay Devgn’s daughter in the Hindi remake 'Shaitan.'
The National Film Awards 2025 winners were announced on August 1.
Main Categories
Best Hindi Film – Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery
Best Feature Film – 12th Fail
Best Actor – Shahrukh Khan (Jawan) and Vikrant Massey (12th Fail)
Best Actress – Rani Mukherjee (Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway)
Dadasaheb Phalke Award – Mohanlal
Best Direction – The Kerala Story (Sudipto Sen)
Most Popular Film – Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani
Best Films in Regional Languages
Best Telugu Film – Bhagwant Kesari
Best Gujarati Film – Vash
Best Tamil Film – Parking
Best Kannada Film – The Ray of Hope
Technical and Other Categories
Best Female Playback Singer – Shilpa Rao (Chaleya – Jawan)
Best Male Singer – Premisthunna (Baby, Telugu)
Best Cinematography – The Kerala Story
Best Choreography – Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani (Dhin Dhin Dhin Dha)
Best Makeup and Costume Design – Sam Bahadur
Special Mention – Animal (Re-recording Mixer – M.R. Radhakrishnan)
Best Sound Design – Animal (Hindi)
Best Film Critic – Utpal Datta (Assam)
Best Action Direction – Hanuman (Telugu)
Best Lyricist – Balgam (The Group) (Telugu)
Non-Feature Film Category
Best Film Critic – Utpal Datta
Best Documentary – God, Vulture and Human
Best Screenplay – Sunflower Was the First One to Know (Kannada)
Best Film – The Chronicle of the Paddy Man (Malayalam), The Sea and Seven Villages (Odia)
Best Music Direction – The First Film (Hindi)
Best Editing – Movie Focus (English)
