Ekta Nagar: At the 72nd National Film Awards, Mammootty received the Best Actor award for his performance in the Malayalam film 'Bramayugam'. He shared the honour with Kartik Aaryan, who was recognised for his performance in 'Chandu Champion'.
President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards at a ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, honouring outstanding achievements in Indian cinema for 2024.
Randeep Hooda received the National Film Award for Best Debut Film of a Director for his Hindi film 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar'.
Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contribution to Indian cinema and a career spanning more than five decades.
Yami Gautam received the Best Actress in a Leading Role award for 'Article 370', which was also named Best Feature Film.
Malayalam singer Vaikom Vijayalakshmi won the Best Female Playback Singer award for 'Angu Vaana Konilu' from 'ARM'
Tamil actor Dhanush’s 'Raayan' won Best Tamil Film, while 'Captain Miller' received the award for Best Feature Film Promoting National, Social and Environmental Values.