The 70th National Film Awards ceremony for 2024 was a grand affair, celebrating the best of Indian cinema from the past year. With stellar performances and cinematic brilliance being recognized, some of the biggest names in the industry were honored for their outstanding contributions. The event was marked by notable wins, with veteran actors, directors, and emerging talent sharing the spotlight.
Major Award Winners:
- Best Actor (Male): Rishab Shetty
Rishab Shetty received the coveted Best Actor award for his performance, cementing his reputation as one of Kannada cinema’s leading talents. - Best Actor (Female): Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt continues her dominance in Bollywood, bagging the Best Actress award for her moving performance. - Best Supporting Actor: Manoj Bajpayee
Winning his fourth National Film Award, Manoj Bajpayee’s powerful portrayal earned him the Best Supporting Actor accolade. - Best Supporting Actress: Kangana Ranaut
Known for her versatile roles, Kangana Ranaut’s impactful performance landed her the award for Best Supporting Actress. - Best Director: Sooraj Barjatya
The veteran filmmaker was recognized for his family-centric films, winning Best Director for his exemplary work. - Best Film: “Sita Ramam”
The film captivated audiences and critics alike, taking home the award for Best Feature Film. - Best Screenplay: R. Balki
For his work in crafting an engaging narrative, Balki was awarded Best Screenplay.
Complete List of Winners:
- Best Feature Film: “Sita Ramam”
- Best Actor: Rishab Shetty
- Best Actress: Alia Bhatt
- Best Supporting Actor: Manoj Bajpayee
- Best Supporting Actress: Kangana Ranaut
- Best Director: Sooraj Barjatya
- Best Popular Film: “RRR”
- Best Screenplay: R. Balki
- Best Cinematography: Sudeep Chatterjee
- Best Music Director: A.R. Rahman for “Ponniyin Selvan”
- Best Playback Singer (Male): Arijit Singh
- Best Playback Singer (Female): Shreya Ghoshal
A Night of Stellar Achievements
This year’s awards recognized not only veterans but also new-age talent, highlighting the wide array of creativity in Indian cinema. Each category brought forward extraordinary individuals whose work left an indelible mark on audiences and critics alike. The ceremony underscored Indian cinema’s growth, creativity, and evolution, showcasing films that touched upon various themes, genres, and societal issues.
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