Allu Arjun, Alia Bhatt, and Kriti Sanon Take Home Top Acting Honors at the National Film Awards

The 69th National Film Awards were announced on August 24, 2023, at the National Media Center in New Delhi. The awards honor the best films, actors, and technicians in Indian cinema.

Best Film

The award for Best Film went to Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, a biographical drama film about the life of Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organisation scientist who was falsely accused of espionage. The film was directed by R. Madhavan, who also starred in the lead role.

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Best Actor

The award for Best Actor went to Allu Arjun for his performance in the Telugu film Pushpa: The Rise. Arjun played the role of Pushpa Raj, a lorry driver who becomes a sandalwood smuggler.

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Best Actress

The award for Best Actress was shared by Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon. Bhatt won for her performance in the Hindi film Gangubai Kathiawadi, while Sanon won for her performance in the Hindi film Mimi.

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Other awards

• Best Director: S.S. Rajamouli (RRR)
• Best Supporting Actor: Fahadh Faasil (Pushpa: The Rise)
• Best Supporting Actress: Sai Pallavi (Virata Parvam)
• Best Cinematography: Manoj Paramahamsa (RRR)
• Best Editing: A. Sreekar Prasad (RRR)
• Best Music Direction: M. M. Keeravani (RRR)

The National Film Awards are one of the most prestigious awards in Indian cinema. They are a recognition of the hard work and dedication of the filmmakers, actors, and technicians who make Indian cinema the vibrant and diverse art form that it is.

The winners of the 69th National Film Awards are a testament to the creativity and talent of the Indian film industry. They are a source of pride for all Indians, and they inspire us to continue to create great films that will entertain and enlighten audiences around the world.