The National Film Award is one of the most esteemed and highest awards granted to Indian film industry professionals in recognition of their artistic vision and commitment to the field. This award is given to deserving candidates by the President of India.
Sharmila Tagore
Sharmila Tagore, the renowned actress, needs no introduction. Sharmila is a two-time national award winner. One for the film “Mausam” from 1975 and another for “Abar Aranye” from 2003.
Kangana Ranaut
Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut conveyed her bold and independent persona in her female-focused films. Kangana’s legendary role has garnered four National Film Awards.
Shabana Azmi
Shabana Azmi, the actress with the most national awards, is a renowned figure in acting. She has received awards in the Best Actress category in 1975, 1983, 1984, 1985, and 2000.
Waheeda Rehman
The romance drama Reshma and Shera earned veteran actress Waheeda Rehman a national prize in 1971. In the 69th National Award Ceremony in 2023, she once again won a national award.
Vidya Balan
For her captivating performance as “Silk Smitha” in Dirty Picture, veteran actress Vidya Balan won the National Award.
Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt, a millennium actress, was honoured with a national award in 2023 in the Best Actress category for her legendary performance in the film “Gangu Bai Kathiyawadi.”
Priyanka Chopra
Bollywood Desi Girl Priyanka Chopra has become a global icon and has made India proud of her painstaking work in overseas films. In recognition of her legendary performance in the films Mary Kom and Fashion, she has won two national honours.