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From 12th Fail to Shershaah: A look at National award movies to watch
From the heartbreaking and heroic biopic Shershaah to the unvarnished, inspirational journey of a UPSC candidate in 12th Fail, these National Award-winning movies are must-sees for their compelling narratives and standout performances.
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12th Fail
Vidhu Vinod Chopra directorial film 12th Fail won the Best Feature Film award at the 71 National Film Award. The biographical film tells the story of an IPS officer, Manoj Kumar Sharma, who overcomes his academic setback and poverty to fulfil his dreams. The film is the best example of the human spirit and the importance of perseverance. Vikrant Massey’s excellent performance in the movies earned him the Best Actor award, which he shared with Shah Rukh Khan. 12th Fail is streaming on JioHotstar.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra directorial film 12th Fail won the Best Feature Film award at the 71 National Film Award. The biographical film tells the story of an IPS officer, Manoj Kumar Sharma, who overcomes his academic setback and poverty to fulfil his dreams. The film is the best example of the human spirit and the importance of perseverance. Vikrant Massey’s excellent performance in the movies earned him the Best Actor award, which he shared with Shah Rukh Khan. 12th Fail is streaming on JioHotstar.
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Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery
Yashowardhan Mishra's comedy-drama took home the Best Hindi Film award. Kathal takes a strange and humorous look at Indian bureaucracy and social order. The movie revolves around a sincere police officer who is looking into two jackfruits which went missing from a politician's garden. Kathal is a humorous yet moving critique of the system's inanities.
Yashowardhan Mishra's comedy-drama took home the Best Hindi Film award. Kathal takes a strange and humorous look at Indian bureaucracy and social order. The movie revolves around a sincere police officer who is looking into two jackfruits which went missing from a politician's garden. Kathal is a humorous yet moving critique of the system's inanities.
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Jawan
Shah Rukh Khan received his first National Award at the 71st National Film Award for Best Actor for his dual role in Jawan. The movie directed by Atlee is a high-energy energy entertaining film with a strong social message. The film was remembered for its musical achievement, with Shilpa Rao winning the Best Female Playback Singer award for the song ‘Chaleya’.
Shah Rukh Khan received his first National Award at the 71st National Film Award for Best Actor for his dual role in Jawan. The movie directed by Atlee is a high-energy energy entertaining film with a strong social message. The film was remembered for its musical achievement, with Shilpa Rao winning the Best Female Playback Singer award for the song ‘Chaleya’.
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Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway
Rani Mukerji’s charged performance in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway got her the Best Actress award at the 71st National Award. The film, directed by Ashima Chibber, was based on a real-life story of a mother’s struggle against the Norwegian foster care system to get her children’s custody back.
Rani Mukerji’s charged performance in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway got her the Best Actress award at the 71st National Award. The film, directed by Ashima Chibber, was based on a real-life story of a mother’s struggle against the Norwegian foster care system to get her children’s custody back.
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Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
The Karan Johar directed movie received the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment award. The film had a star-studded cast, including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt in the lead roles, which celebrates family, love and breaking stereotypes. The film’s success is an example of broad appeal and entertainment value. The Ranveer Singh starrer movie also won a National Award for Best Choreography for the song “Dhindhora Baje Re’
The Karan Johar directed movie received the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment award. The film had a star-studded cast, including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt in the lead roles, which celebrates family, love and breaking stereotypes. The film’s success is an example of broad appeal and entertainment value. The Ranveer Singh starrer movie also won a National Award for Best Choreography for the song “Dhindhora Baje Re’
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The Kerala Story
The Kerala Story, directed by Sudipto Sen, earned the Best Direction and Best Cinematography award at the 71 National Film Awards. The film explores a dramatic portrayal of a conversational and sensitive subject, focusing on the conversion of young women in Kerala.
The Kerala Story, directed by Sudipto Sen, earned the Best Direction and Best Cinematography award at the 71 National Film Awards. The film explores a dramatic portrayal of a conversational and sensitive subject, focusing on the conversion of young women in Kerala.
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Sam Bahadur
Meghna Gulzar’s biographical film was honoured with the Best Feature Film Promoting National, Social and Environmental Values at the 71 National Film Awards. The film depicts the life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, who was one of the decorated army officers. Sam Bahadur was also awarded for the Best Makeup and Best Costume Design.
Meghna Gulzar’s biographical film was honoured with the Best Feature Film Promoting National, Social and Environmental Values at the 71 National Film Awards. The film depicts the life of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, who was one of the decorated army officers. Sam Bahadur was also awarded for the Best Makeup and Best Costume Design.
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Shershaah
The biographical film starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani in the lead roles was honoured with the Special Jury Award at the 69th National Film Awards. The film is about the story of a Param Vir Chakra awardee and Kargil War hero, Captain Vikram Batra. Shershaah was appreciated for its authentic portrayal of the soldier's life and sacrifice.
The biographical film starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani in the lead roles was honoured with the Special Jury Award at the 69th National Film Awards. The film is about the story of a Param Vir Chakra awardee and Kargil War hero, Captain Vikram Batra. Shershaah was appreciated for its authentic portrayal of the soldier's life and sacrifice.
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