The 72nd National Film Awards took place in Gujarat on Tuesday, September 22, and Malayalam superstar Mammootty won the Best Actor award for his portrayal of Kodumon Potty in the psychological horror film. Brahma Yugam An honor ceremony was held at Ekta Nagar (Kedia).
The win marks Mammootty’s fourth National Film Award for Best Actor, tying him with Amitabh Bachchan for the most wins in the category. President Draupadi Murmu presented the award to the eminent actor.
Speaking to DD National on the red carpet ahead of the event, the veteran actor said the recognition was an inspiration for the artiste and credited those who have supported him throughout his journey.
“To be recognized by the nation is an inspiration for every actor, and fortunately I am very fortunate to be receiving my fourth National Award for Best Actor. It has been a long journey with so many people behind me or supporting me: my director, my writer, my co-actors, my producers, and people who were appreciative and I hope I can appreciate them for a long time,” Mammootty said.
Mammootty won the best actor award for the first time Oru Vadakkan Virgatha And Mathilukal At the 37th National Film Awards. For he received his second Ponton female And Vidheyan At the 41st edition, followed by the 46th National Film Awards, Dr. Third for Babasaheb Ambedkar. His victory for Brahma Yugam It comes 28 years after his last Best Actor honor.
Amitabh Bachchan has also won the National Film Award for Best Actor four times. Received honor for Agnipatha, black, pa, And Piku.
With Mammootty’s latest win, the two actors now jointly hold the record for winning the most National Film Awards in the Best Actor category.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on July 18 announced the winners of the 72nd National Film Awards, recognizing excellence in Indian cinema for films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) between January 1 and December 31, 2024.
Karthik Aryan and Mammootty shared the Best Actor award for their films Chandu Champion And Brahma Yugamrespectively.
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