Highlights from the 72nd National Film Awards 2026

The 72nd National Film Awards were announced on July 18, 2026, celebrating outstanding achievements in Indian cinema. This year's awards recognized films certified by the CBFC in 2024, with notable winners including Mammootty and Yami Gautam. The event highlighted various categories, from Best Feature Film to Best Child Artist, showcasing the diversity and talent within the industry. Stay tuned for the full list of winners and more details on this prestigious event.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 18, 2026, 19:24 IST

Winners Announced at the 72nd National Film Awards

On July 18, 2026, the winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were revealed during a press conference. This event recognized outstanding feature and non-feature films, as well as performances by actors across various Indian languages. The awards celebrate films that received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) throughout the 2024 calendar year.

Here is the complete list of winners for the 72nd National Film Awards 2026:

Best Feature Film: Article 370

Best Actor: Mammootty, Kartik Aaryan

Best Actress: Yami Gautam

Best Director: [To be announced]

Best Supporting Actor: [To be announced]

Best Supporting Actress: [To be announced]

Best Feature Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment: [To be announced]

Best Film Promoting National and Social Values: [To be announced]

Best Child Artist: [To be announced]

Best Cinematography: [To be announced]

Best Screenplay: Obur (Clouds) – Faraz Ali

Best Dialogue Writer: [To be announced]

Best Production Design: [To be announced]

Best Action Choreography: [To be announced]

Best Make-Up Artist: [To be announced]

Best Costume Design: [To be announced]

Best Music Direction (Songs): [To be announced]

Best Music Direction (Background Score): [To be announced]

Best Lyrics: Jaane Do - Maidaan

Best Male Playback Singer: [To be announced]

Best Female Playback Singer: [To be announced]

Best Choreography: Aaj Ki Raat – Vijay Ganguly

Best Sound Design: [To be announced]

Best Editing: [To be announced]

Best Action Direction: Maharaja

Best Assamese Film: Juiphool

Best Bengali Film: Chalchitra Ekon

Best Gujarati Film: Maaran

Best Hindi Film: Srikanth

Best Kannada Film: Mithya

Best Konkani Film: Mog Asum

Best Malayalam Film: Feminichi Fathima

Best Manipuri Film: Sunita

Best Marathi Film: Mukkam Post Bombilvadi

Best Odia Film: Lahari

Best Tamil Film: Raayan

Best Telugu Film: Committee Kurrollu

Best Garhwali Film: Dholi

Best Tulu Film: Imbu

Special Mention: Suren G (Meiyazhagan), Dhanush (Captain Miller)