72nd National Film Awards Announced

19 July 2026National

The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards — honouring Indian cinema of 2024 — were announced in New Delhi on 18 July 2026, with the jury headed by veteran Malayalam filmmaker Jayaraj. Best Feature Film went to Article 370. Kartik Aaryan (for *Chandu Champion*, portraying Paralympic gold medallist Murlikant Petkar) and Mammootty (for *Bramayugam*) shared the Best Actor award, while Yami Gautam won Best Actress for *Article 370*. Other winners across categories included *Amaran*, *Kalki 2898 AD*, *Pushpa: The Rule* and *Maharaja*.

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National Film Awards instituted: 1954 | Administered by NFDC under Ministry of Information & Broadcasting | Highest film honour: Dadasaheb Phalke Award | Best Actor trophy: Rajat Kamal (Silver Lotus)

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At the 72nd National Film Awards (announced 18 July 2026, jury chaired by Jayaraj), Article 370 won Best Feature Film, Kartik Aaryan & Mammootty shared Best Actor, and Yami Gautam won Best Actress.

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