Cinema VinesOn Saturday, the 72nd National Film Awards were announced, celebrating the best films and performances from the 2024 calendar year. The ceremony revealed a mix of expected winners and surprising choices, underscoring the diversity of Indian cinema.
The award for Best Actor in a Leading Role was shared between legendary Malayalam actor Mammootty, for his performance in "Bramayugam", and Hindi star Kartik Aaryan, who earned the honor for his role in "Chandu Champion". In the female category, Yami Gautam Dhar was named Best Actor in a Leading Role for her work in "Article 370".
Supporting performances were also recognized, with Sanjay Mishra receiving the Best Supporting Actor award for his work in "Bhakshak". In the film categories, Rajkummar Rao’s "Srikanth" was declared Best Hindi Film, while the action drama "Maidaan" starring Ajay Devgn also appeared on the winners list.
Technical achievements were highlighted as well. Kartik Aaryan’s film "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3" won Best Sound Design, and the sports drama "Maidaan" was acknowledged for its overall excellence. Lyricist Manoj Muntashir earned the National Film Award for Best Lyrics for the song "Jaane Do" from the same sports drama.
The ceremony also celebrated choreography, with Vijay Ganguly receiving the award for his work on the popular track "Aaj Ki Raat" from "Stree 2", a song that had captured the nation’s attention with its catchy tune and hookstep.
