71st National Film Awards: Shah Rukh Khan's First National Award After 30 Years, Mohanlal Receives Dadasaheb Phalke Award

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu) - The 71st edition of the National Film Awards, the biggest honour of Indian cinema, is being organised in the capital Delhi on Tuesday. During this, Malayalam cinema superstar Mohanlal was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award during the 71st National Film Awards. While Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey were awarded the Best Actor award. Apart from this, Rani Mukerji was chosen as the Best Actress. 12th Fail got the National Film Award as the Best Film. President Draupadi Murmu presented these awards to Indian artists.

Mohanlal received his highest honor:

Mohanlal was honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony for his outstanding contributions to the film industry. As a mark of respect, everyone in the audience gave the actor a standing ovation. Shah Rukh Khan was also seen applauding Mohanlal.

Shahrukh Khan receives National Award for the first time in his 30-year film career

Shahrukh Khan received National Award for the first time in his 30-year film career. He received his first National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film 'Jawaan'. He shared the award with Vikrant Massey, who was honored for his film '12th Fail'.

Rani Mukerji receives National Film Award for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway

Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji was honored with the Best Actress award at the 71st National Film Awards 2025 for her powerful performance in the film "Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway." Rani Mukerji has been in Hindi cinema for 29 years and this is her first National Film Award in her career so far.

Vikrant Massey receives Best Actor Award

Vikrant Massey also attended the 71st National Film Awards ceremony. He was awarded Best Actor for his performance in the film "12th Fail."