71st National Film Awards 2025: Full News
🏆 71st National Film Awards 2025: Full Winners List, Highlights & Major Moments
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Explore the full winners list of the 71st National Film Awards 2025. Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey, and Rani Mukerji shine, while 12th Fail takes Best Feature Film. Read all the key highlights and surprises from this year’s prestigious awards.
📌 Introduction
The 71st National Film Awards 2025 were announced on August 1, 2025, and the award ceremony was held on September 23, 2025, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, these awards celebrated the best in Indian cinema from films released in 2023.
From 12th Fail sweeping the top honors to Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey sharing the Best Actor title, this year’s awards were full of surprises and well-deserved wins.
🥇 Major Winners at the 71st National Film Awards 2025
| Category | Winner(s) | Film |
|---|---|---|
| Best Feature Film | – | 12th Fail |
| Best Actor (shared) | Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey | Jawan, 12th Fail |
| Best Actress | Rani Mukerji | Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway |
| Best Director | Sudipto Sen | The Kerala Story |
| Best Supporting Actor | Vijayaraghavan, M.S. Bhaskar | Pookalam, Parking |
| Best Supporting Actress | Urvashi, Janki Bodiwala | Ullozhukku, Vash |
| Best Hindi Film | – | Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery |
| Best Tamil Film | – | Parking |
| Best Telugu Film | – | Bhagavanth Kesari |
| Best Malayalam Film | – | Ullozhukku |
🌟 Lifetime Achievement: Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2025
The prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award was conferred upon Mohanlal, one of Indian cinema’s finest actors. The jury recognized his decades-long contribution to the art of filmmaking and acting, particularly in Malayalam cinema.
🔍 Key Highlights of the 71st National Film Awards
🎥 12th Fail Wins Best Feature Film
A film based on a real-life story, 12th Fail won hearts and the Best Feature Film award. Its lead actor, Vikrant Massey, was also awarded Best Actor, tied with Shah Rukh Khan.
🦸 Shah Rukh Khan’s National Award Win for Jawan
Marking a historic moment, Shah Rukh Khan received his first-ever National Award for his action-packed performance in Jawan, a blockbuster that resonated with both critics and audiences.
👩⚖️ Rani Mukerji Wins Best Actress
Rani’s portrayal in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway won her the Best Actress award, making a powerful impact with her emotionally charged role of a mother battling foreign authorities.
🧭 Regional Cinema Shines
Films like Parking (Tamil), Ullozhukku (Malayalam), and Vash (Gujarati) proved that regional cinema continues to push boundaries and win national acclaim.
🗣️ What Made the 71st National Awards Unique?
- Diverse Representation: Multiple languages and industries were recognized, from Tamil to Gujarati.
- OTT Influence: Several winners were released or gained popularity via streaming platforms.
- Balanced Jury Choices: Both commercial blockbusters (Jawan) and content-driven dramas (12th Fail) were equally celebrated.
📽️ Complete List of Regional Film Winners
| Language | Best Film |
|---|---|
| Hindi | Kathal |
| Tamil | Parking |
| Telugu | Bhagavanth Kesari |
| Malayalam | Ullozhukku |
| Gujarati | Vash |
🔚 Conclusion
The 71st National Film Awards reflected the dynamic and evolving landscape of Indian cinema. With veterans and newcomers sharing the spotlight, and regional cinema gaining nationwide recognition, the 2025 awards were truly a celebration of diversity, talent, and storytelling.
Stay tuned for more updates, behind-the-scenes stories, and industry reactions to this landmark event in Indian cinema.
71st National Film Awards 2025
Shah Rukh Khan National Award
Vikrant Massey 12th Fail award
Rani Mukerji Best Actress
Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2025 Mohanlal
Full winners list National Film Awards 2025
Best Hindi film Kathal
National Film Awards regional cinema