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The 71st National Film Awards 2025, India's most prestigious film recognition, have been announced, ending Bollywood's King Shah Rukh Khan's long wait. For the first time in his 33-year career, he has won the Best Actor award. This achievement has created a new wave of excitement among Indian film lovers.
Since his debut in the 1992 film 'Deewana', Shah Rukh Khan has won the hearts of countless audiences by playing various roles in romance, action, comedy, and drama. However, the country's highest film honor, the 'National Film Award', had eluded him. The wait is finally over with his outstanding performance in the film 'Jawan' (2023). This award is a new recognition of the depth and versatility of his acting skills. The extraordinary blend of romance, action, and drama in 'Jawan' earned him not only box office success but also critical acclaim.
Vikrant Massey also shared the Best Actor award with Shah Rukh Khan for his exceptional performance in the film '12th Fail'. It is worth noting that this is also Vikrant's first National Film Award.
This year, the Best Actress award went to Rani Mukerji for her emotional and realistic acting in 'Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway'. On the other hand, singer Shilpa Rao won the Best Female Playback Singer award for her song in the film 'Jawan'. Sudipto Sen received the Best Director award for 'The Kerala Story'. The film '12th Fail' won the Best Feature Film award, and director Arjun Dutta's 'Deep Freeze' clinched the Best Bengali Film title.
The National Film Awards were first presented in 1954. The Government of India introduced this award to encourage Indian art and culture. It is not just an award but is considered an important benchmark for the quality and creativity of Indian cinema. Over the years, this award has become the most important and respected recognition in the Indian film industry. The winners receive the 'Rajat Kamal' (Silver Lotus), a certificate, and a cash prize.
This achievement of Shah Rukh Khan has added a new feather to his cap and once again solidified his immense contribution to Indian cinema.