The National Film Awards which took place in New Delhi honoured the best talent in the Indian film industry. Leading film actors brought in glitz and glamour to the capital as President Droupadi Murmu took centre stage to honour the creative brilliance of the 69th National Film Awards winners. Picture this: red carpets, stars, and stories that truly shined.
In her address to the lively gathering, President Murmu couldn’t help but give a standing ovation to this year’s award-winning films. I mean, they tackled the biggies! We’re talking climate change, girls’ trafficking, oppression of women, corruption, and social exploitation – a cinematic powerhouse tackling the real deal!
With her excellence and gratitude, President Murmu made it clear: these films aren’t just entertainment, they’re the epitome of spreading good vibes. She emphasised how cinema is the beacon to illuminate ideals like national unity. Lights, camera, unity action!
The 69th National Awards, whose winners were announced in August, celebrated outstanding achievements in the film industry. The country saw Allu Arjun clinch the prestigious Best Actor award, showcasing his remarkable talent on the big screen. On the leading lady front, Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon stood out, securing the titles of Best Actress, proof of their acting prowess and dedication.
Several noteworthy films, including RRR, Sardar Udham, Gangubai Kathiawadi, and The Kashmir Files, were true stars of the night, receiving multiple awards and recognition for their exceptional contributions to Indian cinema. Rocketry: The Nambi Effect soared high, being crowned the Best Feature Film, a testament to its excellence and impact.
In a touching and fitting tribute, Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman was honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award on a memorable Tuesday. At the ceremony, the 85-year-old actor, renowned for her unforgettable performances in iconic films such as Guide, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Chaudhvin Ka Chaand, and more, was deeply moved and teary-eyed as the audience rose to their feet, giving her a heartfelt standing ovation!
President Murmu congratulated her stating, “She has lived her personal life also with dignity, self-confidence and originality. She chose many such films in which her role broke the barriers associated with women. She has set an example that women themselves should take initiative for women empowerment.”
Shreya Ghoshal bagged the title of Best Female Playback Vocalist at the 69th National Film Awards for her outstanding performance for the song “Mayava Chayava” from the Tamil movie “Iravin Nizhal.”
Alia Bhatt stole the limelight looking stunning as she proudly accepted her Best Actress award. She was dressed in a gorgeous Sabyasachi wedding saree, adorned with flowers in her hair that added to her grace, with husband Ranbir Kapoor right there by her side, making it a delightful red carpet-moment. It was a wonderful and heartwarming moment.
Alia also became the talk of the town for her sustainable fashion game as she reused her iconic Sabyasachi wedding saree. Often time, Alia Bhatt has shared her thoughts on the importance of re-wearing and repeating outfits. She’s a strong supporter of sustainable fashion choices, encouraging everyone to embrace the idea of wearing clothes more than once. It’s all about being mindful and making a positive impact on the environment through our fashion decisions. Go, Alia, for promoting sustainability!
The ceremony took place at Vigyan Bhavan, Delhi. And, the winners obviously can’t keep calm as they won the most prestigious accolade as an Indian artist, their social media trending posts prove it all.
