Yami Gautam and Aditya Dhar Celebrate National Film Awards Triumph for Article 370
Article 370 Shines at the 72nd National Film Awards
The film Article 370 emerged as a standout at the 72nd National Film Awards, garnering several accolades and bringing immense pride to its cast and crew. Yami Gautam, who was awarded the National Award for Best Actress for her role in this political thriller, shared a heartfelt message reflecting on her 14-year journey in the film industry. Her husband and producer, Aditya Dhar, also celebrated the film's success, describing the recognition as a profoundly humbling experience. Both expressed their gratitude towards the jury, the audience, and the entire team behind this critically acclaimed project.
Yami Gautam Describes the Award as a Lifelong Honor
After the announcement of the National Film Awards, Yami Gautam took to social media to express her emotions regarding the recognition. She stated, "Every journey has a moment that reminds you why you never gave up. Today is that moment for me. Receiving the National Award for Article 370 is an honor I will cherish for the rest of my life." Reflecting on her career, she emphasized her commitment to her craft and how her work has defined her path. Yami noted, "For fourteen years, I have simply tried to stay true to my craft, work with honesty, and let my performances speak for themselves. This honor feels like the culmination of a journey filled with hope, perseverance, resilience, and an unwavering love for cinema." She revealed that Article 370 holds a special significance for her as it was also a home production, where every challenge and conversation on set was driven by honesty and conviction.
Yami expressed her gratitude to the National Award jury, the director, cast, crew, and audiences for their support of the film. She also thanked her family, team, and well-wishers, acknowledging that their encouragement helped her through challenging times in her career. In conclusion, Yami dedicated the award to dreamers everywhere, stating, "This award is not the end of a dream; it is the beginning of a greater responsibility. To keep growing, to keep taking risks, and to keep telling stories that matter. Dreams do come true, but only when passion refuses to give up. This one's for every dreamer who is still waiting for their moment. Never stop believing."
Aditya Dhar Celebrates Three National Awards
Producer Aditya Dhar also shared a touching message after Article 370 won three National Awards. He mentioned that the team did not create the film with awards in mind but focused on telling an authentic story. The director of Dhurandhar wrote, "When we set out to make this film, we weren't chasing accolades. We were driven by a conviction to tell a story with honesty, courage, and sincerity. To see that journey resonate with audiences across the country and now be recognized with the highest honor in Indian cinema is truly overwhelming." Aditya acknowledged director Aditya Suhas Jambhale for shaping the film's vision and praised Yami Gautam Dhar, Priyamani, composer Shashwat Sachdev, and the entire cast and crew. He also expressed gratitude to Jio Studios and Jyoti Deshpande for their belief in the project and support for meaningful cinema. Reflecting on the significance of the recognition, Aditya noted that awards celebrate achievements but also remind filmmakers of their responsibility to continue creating impactful stories. He concluded his note with heartfelt thanks, stating, "From the bottom of my heart... THANK YOU. This honor belongs to all of us."
The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced on July 18, 2026, recognizing the best feature and non-feature films, along with outstanding performances from across Indian cinema. The awards honored films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) between January 1 and December 31, 2024. Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor award, while Yami Gautam won Best Actress for Article 370, which was also named Best Feature Film.