Kriti Sanon Triumphs with National Award Win for 'Mimi': A Grateful Step into Excellence
Kriti Sanon has expressed her heartfelt gratitude following her maiden National Award victory for her exceptional performance in Laxman Utekar's 'Mimi'.
Rajpurohit Ganpat Singh
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New Delhi : Kriti Sanon has expressed her heartfelt gratitude following her maiden National Award victory for her exceptional performance in Laxman Utekar's 'Mimi'. The acclaimed actress secured the Best Actress accolade for her portrayal of a surrogate mother in the film, sharing this prestigious honor with fellow actress Alia Bhatt. Alia was recognized for her role in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'. The decision ignited online discussions, as the choice between Alia and Kangana Ranaut, a four-time National Award winner, had been fervently debated. Kangana's portrayal of the late Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalitha was considered a strong contender.
Kriti Sanon took to Instagram to convey her joy, sharing a touching note that resonated with her fans. Her note exclaims, "Elated, overwhelmed, grateful. Still sinking it in…pinching myself… this has actually happened. The National Award for the Best Actress for 'Mimi'.
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Thank you to the jury who considered my performance worthy of the most prestigious award. It means the world to me. Congratulations Alia, so so well deserved! I’ve always admired your work, and I’m too excited that I get to share this moment with you. Big hug. Let’s celebrate." The actress punctuated her message with smiling emojis, reflecting her genuine emotions.
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Kriti, who recently appeared in Om Raut's 'Adipurush' alongside Prabhas and Saif Ali Khan, has an array of promising projects ahead. She is set to grace the screen in Dinesh Vijan's untitled romantic comedy alongside Shahid Kapoor and Dharmendra in pivotal roles. Moreover, she is an integral part of 'The Crew', a film featuring Kareena Kapoor and Diljit Dosanjh. Notably, Kriti is also actively engaged in her home production, 'Do Patti'.
As the actress embraces this remarkable achievement, her fans and the film industry celebrate her well-deserved recognition on the national stage. This award not only symbolizes her talent but also showcases the diversity and excellence that Kriti Sanon brings to her roles.
