Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Allu Arjun Win Big at 69th National Film Awards

Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, and Allu Arjun were among the big winners at the 69th National Film Awards. Bhatt won Best Actress for her performance in "Gangubai Kathiawadi," Sanon won Best Actress for her performance in "Mimi," and Arjun won Best Actor for his performance in "Pushpa: The Rise."

Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Allu Arjun Win Big at 69th National Film Awards
Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Allu Arjun Win Big at 69th National Film Awards

New Delhi: The 69th National Film Awards were announced on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at the National Media Center in New Delhi. The awards were presented by the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Thakur.

The awards were given in 37 categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, and Best Cinematography. The following are some of the major award winners:

  • Best Feature Film: RRR (Telugu)
  • Best Director: S.S. Rajamouli (RRR)
  • Best Actor: Allu Arjun (Pushpa: The Rise)
  • Best Actress: Alia Bhatt (Gangubai Kathiawadi)
  • Best Cinematography: K. K. Senthil Kumar (RRR)

Other notable award winners include:

  • Best Supporting Actor: Prakash Raj (Kaithi)
  • Best Supporting Actress: Samuthirakani (Vikram)
  • Best Music Direction: M. M. Keeravani (RRR)
  • Best Lyrics: Chandrabose (Pushpa: The Rise)
  • Best Editing: S.R. Sekhar (Vikram)

The 69th National Film Awards were a diverse and well-deserved celebration of Indian cinema. The awards highlighted the richness and diversity of Indian filmmaking, and they also recognized the talent and hard work of the many filmmakers who contribute to the Indian film industry.

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The awards were also a testament to the importance of the National Film Awards in recognizing and celebrating the best of Indian cinema. The awards have been an important part of the Indian film landscape for over 60 years, and they continue to play a vital role in promoting and preserving Indian cinema.