Celebrating Excellence: List of National Film Awards 2025 Winners

The 71st National Film Awards honored exceptional contributions to cinema. Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey both received the Best Actor award for their performances in Jawan and 12th Fail, respectively. Rani Mukerji was awarded Best Actress for her role in Mrs. Chatterjee Vs. Norway. The awards highlighted a variety of films and talents from India's diverse regional cinema scene.

The National Film Awards represent one of the most esteemed accolades in Indian cinema. Annually presented by the Government of India, these awards celebrate excellence in filmmaking, acknowledging the finest films, performances, and technical accomplishments across a variety of languages and genres. 

Distinguished from other awards, the National Film Awards are renowned for their impartial and merit-based selection process. Eligibility is granted to films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) between January 1 and December 31 of the preceding year.

The awards are determined by a jury appointed by the Directorate of Film Festivals and are conferred by the President of India. Receiving a National Film Award is regarded as a significant achievement by both filmmakers and actors.

This article will explore the complete list of National Film Awards 2025 winners, including prominent categories such as Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, and more.

Winners of the 71st National Film Awards 2025

The following individuals and films have been recognized as winners at the 71st National Film Awards, as announced by the National Film Awards committee:

Category	Winner(s)	Film(s)
Best Actor	Shah Rukh Khan Vikrant Massey	Jawan 12th Fail
Best Actress	Rani Mukerji	Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway
Best Supporting Actor	Vijayaraghavan Muthupettai Somu Bhaskar	Pookkalam Parking
Best Supporting Actress	Urvashi Janaki Bodiwala	Ullozhukku Vash
Best Feature Film	-	12th Fail
Best Film in Hindi	-	Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery
Best Film in Telugu	-	Bhagavanth Kesari
Best Film in Tamil	-	Parking
Best Film in Punjabi	-	Godday Godday Chaa
Best Film in Odia	-	Pushkara
Best Film in Marathi	-	Shyamchi Aai
Best Film in Malayalam	-	Ullozhukku
Best Film in Kannada	-	Kandeelu: The Ray of Hope
Best Film in Gujarati	-	Vash
Best Film in Bengali	-	Deep Fridge
Best Film in Assamese	-	Rongatapu 1982
Best Direction	Sudipto Sen	The Kerala Story
Best Choreography	Vaibhavi Merchant	Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Best Action Direction	Nandu and Prudhvi	Hanu-Man
Best Lyrics	Kasarla Shyam	Balagam
Best Music Direction	G.V. Prakash Kumar (Songs)Harshavardhan Rameshwar (BGM)	VaathiAnimal
Best Male Playback Singer	P.V.N. S. Rohit	Baby
Best Female Playback Singer	Shilpa Rao	Jawan
Best Cinematography	Prasanthanu Mohapatra	The Kerala Story
Best Editing	Midhun Murali	Pookkaalam
Best Sound Design	Sachin Sudhakaran, Hariharan	Animal
Best Production Design	Mohandas	2018 - Everyone is a Hero
Best Make-up	Shrikanth Desai	Sam Bahadur
Best Costume Designer	Sachin, Divya, Nidhhi	Sam Bahadur
Special Mention	M.R. Radhakrishnan (Re-recording mixer)	Animal

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Imtiaz Ali Unveils Friendship Day Film 'Side Heroes' with Star Cast

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 3: Renowned director Imtiaz Ali has revealed his newest project, aligning with the celebration of Friendship Day.

Varun Sharma, Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee

In an official Instagram post, Mahaveer Jain Films released a video featuring the director alongside the lead cast, which includes the energetic Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurana, and Varun Sharma. This trio is renowned for their hilarious comedic performances in the 'Stree' and 'Fukrey' series. In the video, Imtiaz Ali seems to be discussing plans for a potential film titled 'Side Heroes' with the actors, showcasing a surprising Bhojpuri accent while speaking to a friend on the phone.

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Later in the video, the filmmaker hints at a story about lifelong friends, infused with humor and emotions. "It's time to celebrate friendship! To all the friends on Friendship Day," the creators mentioned in the caption. The film, directed by Ssanjay Tripathy, is penned by Siddharth Sen and Pankaj Matta. Imtiaz Ali will produce the movie alongside Mahaveer Jain, Reeyan M Shah, and Mrighdeep Singh Lamba. Providing an update on the project, Varun Sharma expressed his excitement about collaborating with a dream team on a film that he described as "made by friends and for friends."

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A team filled with heart and love. With a big smile and immense gratitude, I'm thrilled to be working with this incredible dream team. A film created by friends, for friends everywhere. There's nothing greater than the emotion of friendship. I'm eagerly anticipating the magic to unfold and for the world to witness this wonderfully beautiful script. See you on Friendship Day 2026 in cinemas with "Side Heroes," he wrote on Instagram. Varun also posted behind-the-scenes pictures from the team meeting, capturing everyone in high spirits.

"Side Heroes" is scheduled to begin production this year and is set to be released in theaters on Friendship Day 2026.

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Maharani (2025): A Heartfelt Gujarati Cinematic Gem

Maharani is a refreshing Gujarati film that brings warmth, humor, and emotion in equal measure.

Swati Bhat

Directed by Viral Shah, the story follows Manasi (played by Manasi Parekh), a working mother struggling to balance her home and career. When she hires Rani (Shraddha Dangar), an outspoken and quirky maid, an unlikely but touching friendship begins to form.

What starts as a typical “maid hunt” soon evolves into something deeper. The film explores themes of emotional labor, gender roles, and how women support each other in ways often unseen. Both leads deliver honest, heartfelt performances. Parekh’s portrayal of a modern woman feels authentic, while Dangar’s natural comic timing and energy add spark to every scene. Their chemistry is the backbone of the film.

Supporting actors like Ojas Rawal and Sanjay Goradia bring lightness without overshadowing the main narrative. The writing by Raam Mori and Hardik Sangani keeps things relatable, though a few subplots could’ve been more fleshed out.

Parth Bharat Thakkar’s music adds subtle emotional depth, enhancing the film’s grounded tone. Maharani isn’t flashy, but it’s sincere, entertaining, and deeply relatable—especially for urban families.

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