The National Film Awards 2025 celebrated the best of Indian cinema. The ceremony took place at the Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. President Droupadi Murmu presented the awards.
Unlike popular Bollywood awards, these honours emphasise artistic and technical excellence. They highlight stories from all regions of India. This year, films from Bollywood and regional industries shared the spotlight.
What makes these awards unique is their credibility and inclusiveness—unlike popular Bollywood awards, the National Film Awards focus purely on merit, irrespective of box office numbers. The 2025 ceremony, held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, saw President Droupadi Murmu felicitate winners from across the country. This year’s winners reflect the growing influence of regional cinema, the rise of OTT platforms, and the industry’s move toward socially relevant storytelling.
National Film Awards 2025
| Category | Winner | Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Feature Film | Ullozhukku | Malayalam | Poore desh me is film ko sabse acchi film ke liye award mila |
| Best Actor | Shah Rukh Khan | Jawan | Pehli baar National Award jeeta |
| Best Actor | Vikrant Massey | 12th Fail | Nuanced performance ke liye award |
| Best Actress | Rani Mukerji | Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway | Powerful performance aur emotional drama ke liye |
| Best Supporting Actor | Vijayaraghavan | Pookkalam | Authentic aur impactful performance |
| Best Supporting Actor | M.S. Bhaskar | Parking | Versatile performance ke liye award |
| Best Supporting Actress | Urvashi | Ullozhukku | Film ke impact ko enhance kiya |
| Best Supporting Actress | Janaki Bodiwala | Vash | Emotional aur strong performance |
| Best Child Artist | Trisha Thosar | Naal 2 | Sirf 4 saal ki umar me award jeeta |
| Best Director | Anand Ekarshi | Ullozhukku | Storytelling aur direction ke liye award |
| Lifetime Achievement (Dadasaheb Phalke Award) | Mohanlal | – | Cinema me lifetime contribution ke liye award |
Regional Cinema Winners
Regional films made a strong impact in 2025, showing India’s diverse storytelling.
| Language | Best Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Telugu | Karthikeya 2 | Directed by Chandoo Mondeti. |
| Tamil | Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 | Directed by Mani Ratnam |
| Punjabi | Baghi Di Dhee | Directed by Mukesh Gautam. |
| Bengali | Deep Fridge | Directed by Arjunn Dutta |
| Odia | Pushkara | Directed by Subhransu Das |
These films combined cultural depth, unique storytelling, and strong performances. Their success proves Indian cinema extends far beyond Bollywood.
Acting Performances That Stood Out
- Shah Rukh Khan won his first National Award for Jawan. His intense performance earned critical acclaim.
- Vikrant Massey received praise for his role in 12th Fail, resonating strongly with audiences.
- Rani Mukerji won Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, delivering a heartfelt performance.
- Urvashi and Vijayaraghavan were recognized for supporting roles in Malayalam cinema.
- Treesha Thosar, only four years old, won Best Child Artist for Naal.
Music, Screenplay & Technical Achievements
- 12th Fail won Best Screenplay, showing the power of strong writing.
- Jawan earned Best Music Direction, enhancing the film’s appeal.
These awards highlight that behind-the-scenes talent is equally important in shaping great cinema.
Books & Film Criticism
The awards also recognized contributions beyond films:
- Best Book on Cinema: Kishore Kumar: The Ultimate Biography by Anirudha Bhattacharjee & Parthiv Dhar
- Best Film Critic: Deepak Dua
This encourages writers and critics who preserve cinema’s legacy and guide audiences toward meaningful films.
Key Highlights
- Shah Rukh Khan ka National Award jeetna is saal ka sabse bada highlight tha.
- Rani Mukerji ka emotional performance sabko pasand aaya.
- Trisha Thosar 4 saal ki umar me National Award jeet kar sabko surprise kar diya.
- Mohanlal ko Lifetime Achievement award se sammanit kiya gaya.
FAQs
Q1: National Film Awards 2025 kis date ko hua?
A: September 2025 me Vigyan Bhawan, Delhi me hua.
Q2: Best Feature Film kaun si hai?
A: Ullozhukku (Malayalam)
Q3: Best Actor award kisne jeeta?
A: Shah Rukh Khan (Jawan) aur Vikrant Massey (12th Fail)
Q4: Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2025 ka recipient kaun hai?
A: Mohanlal
Q5: Best Child Artist award kisne jeeta?
A: Trisha Thosar (Naal 2)