71st National Film Awards 2025
The 71st National Film Awards 2025 once again celebrated the finest talent in Indian cinema, recognizing excellence across various categories including Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Feature Film, and more. These prestigious awards, presented annually by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, honor films made across languages and regions in India. This year, the awards brought several surprises, emotional moments, and well-deserved recognition to outstanding performances, especially from Bollywood. One of the biggest highlights of the ceremony was Vikrant Massey winning the Best Actor Award for his powerful performance in 12th Fail , a biographical drama based on the real-life struggles of a UPSC aspirant. His raw and relatable portrayal struck a chord with both audiences and critics alike. In the Best Actress category , the honor was jointly shared by two Bollywood stars – Alia Bhatt for her role in Gangubai Kathiawadi and Kriti Sanon for her performance in Mimi . ...