The announcement of the 71st National Film Awards on August 1 created a huge buzz, especially with superstar Shah Rukh Khan winning his first National Award, which quickly went viral. After the excitement around the winners died down, fans eagerly awaited news about the award ceremony date. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that the event will take place in less than two weeks.
A source informed Bollywood Hungama, “The 71st National Film Awards will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 4:00 pm, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Winners and jury members have been officially notified with invitations detailing the time, date, and venue. As per protocol, invitees will receive flight tickets, accommodation, and airport transfers as mentioned in the official communication.”
The ceremony is expected to see a star-studded attendance, with winners like Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey, Rani Mukerji, Karan Johar, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Sudipto Sen, Janki Bodiwala, Shilpa Rao, Vaibhavi Merchant, and others present to receive their honors. The awards will be presented by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu.
Highlights of the 71st National Film Awards
- Best Feature Film: 12th Fail produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s VVC Films
- Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani by Karan Johar
- Best Direction: Sudipto Sen for The Kerala Story
- Best Actor (Shared): Shah Rukh Khan for Jawan and Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail
- Best Actress: Rani Mukerji for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway
- Best Supporting Actress (Shared): Janki Bodiwala (Vash) and Urvashi (Ullozhukku)
- Best Playback Singer (Female): Shilpa Rao for “Chaleya” from Jawan
- Best Dialogues: Deepak Kingrani for Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai
The upcoming ceremony promises to be a grand celebration of Indian cinema’s finest talents and achievements in 2025. Stay tuned to know more about it and others only with us.
