The 72nd National Film Awards have announced their winners, with Kartik Aaryan and Yami Gautam Dhar taking home the top acting honours. Kartik Aaryan won the Best Actor award for his performance in Chandu Champion, while Yami Gautam Dhar bagged the Best Actress award for her role in Article 370.
Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty Share Best Actor Honour
Kartik Aaryan shares the Best Actor award with Malayalam superstar Mammootty, who was recognised for his acclaimed performance in the film Bramayugam. According to The New Indian Express, the shared win marks a major milestone for both actors, with Kartik receiving his first National Award.
Yami Gautam Dhar Wins Best Actress for Article 370
Yami Gautam Dhar won the Best Actress award for her performance in Article 370. The film also won the Best Film award at the 72nd National Film Awards, as reported by Deccan Herald.
Chandu Champion: A Career-Defining Role for Kartik Aaryan
Directed by Kabir Khan, Chandu Champion saw Kartik Aaryan portray the inspiring journey of a determined athlete, Murlikant Petkar. The performance earned praise from audiences and critics alike, and is widely regarded as one of the strongest of his career.
"Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty shared the Best Actor honour for their lead roles in Chandu Champion and Bramayugam, respectively." — The New Indian Express
Article 370 Sweeps Major Awards
The film Article 370 not only won Yami Gautam Dhar the Best Actress award but also took home the Best Film award at the 72nd National Film Awards. According to ET Now, the awards honoured the best of Indian cinema, with Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty sharing Best Actor and Yami Gautam winning Best Actress.
Our Take: A Well-Deserved Recognition
In our view, the 72nd National Film Awards have made strong choices this year. Kartik Aaryan's win for Chandu Champion is a testament to his growth as an actor, taking on a physically and emotionally demanding role. Sharing the award with a veteran like Mammootty only adds to the prestige. Yami Gautam Dhar's win for Article 370 also feels right — the film tackled a sensitive political subject with nuance, and her performance was central to its success. These awards show that the National Film Awards continue to recognise both popular and meaningful cinema.
