71st National Film Awards 2025: SRK, Vikrant Massey, and Rani Mukerji Among Top Winners
The 71st National Film Awards were announced today, celebrating excellence in Indian cinema. The prestigious awards recognized outstanding performances, with Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey, and Rani Mukerji emerging as top winners.
Key Highlights of the 71st National Film Awards
🏆 Major Award Winners
- Best Actor (Male): Shah Rukh Khan – Jawan* (Hindi)
- SRK’s intense performance as a vigilante in the action-thriller earned him his first National Award for Best Actor.
- Best Actor (Female): Rani Mukerji – Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway (Hindi)
- Her powerful portrayal of a mother fighting for her child won critical acclaim.
- Best Supporting Actor (Male): Vikrant Massey – 12th Fail (Hindi)
- Massey’s inspiring role as an IPS aspirant was widely praised.
- Best Film (Popular): Jawan (Hindi) – A blockbuster that combined social messaging with mass entertainment.
- Best Director: Atlee – Jawan
- Best Feature Film: Parking (Tamil) – A gripping thriller that impressed the jury.
- Special Jury Award: Swades (Re-release) – Honored for its enduring impact on Indian cinema.
Other Notable Wins
- Best Child Artist: Urvashi (Malayalam film)
- Best Lyrics: "Zinda Banda" from Jawan
- Best Action Choreography: Jawan
SRK’s Emotional Reaction
Shah Rukh Khan, who won his first National Award for Best Actor, dedicated the honor to his fans and family.
> "This award is for every person who believed in me when I was struggling. Jawan was a special film, and I’m grateful."
Vikrant Massey’s Heartfelt Speech
Vikrant Massey, who won for 12th Fail, said:
> "Playing Manoj Kumar Sharma’s journey was life-changing. This award is for every student who fights against all odds."
Rani Mukerji’s Triumphant Return
Rani Mukerji, after a long gap, won her second National Award for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. She thanked the jury for recognizing "a mother’s resilience."
Complete Winners List (Selected Categories)
Final Thoughts
The 71st National Film Awards 2025 celebrated both commercial successes and meaningful storytelling. While Jawan dominated the popular categories, films like 12th Fail and Parking proved that content-driven cinema continues to shine.
🔗 Full winners list available on [PIB India](https://pib.gov.in)
