Triumphant Moments at the 70th National Film Awards

Actors Rishabh Shetty and Neena Gupta, along with filmmaker Anand Ekarshi, celebrated their major wins at the 70th National Film Awards. Shetty bagged the best actor for 'Kantara,' while Ekarshi's 'Aattam' won three awards. Gupta won best supporting actress for 'Uunchai,' and Vishal Bhardwaj and Pritam were recognized in music categories.

Actors Rishabh Shetty, Neena Gupta, and filmmaker Anand Ekarshi celebrated their significant achievements at the 70th National Film Awards on Friday.

Rishabh Shetty, honored with the best actor award for his Kannada hit 'Kantara,' which he co-wrote and directed, expressed his gratitude to his team and fans. 'Kantara' also won best Kannada film and popular film accolades.

Anand Ekarshi's debut Malayalam film 'Aattam' took home three awards, including best feature film. Ekarshi, who also won best screenplay, found the recognition incredibly motivating.

Neena Gupta received the best supporting actress award for her role in 'Uunchai,' a film that also won Sooraj Barjatya his first best director award. Gupta shared her joy and reflected on her career.

Veteran actor Sharmila Tagore's film 'Gulmohar' was recognized as best Hindi film, with other accolades for dialogues and a special mention for Manoj Bajpayee.

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj secured his ninth National Award for the music in his short film 'Fursat.' Renowned composer Pritam also celebrated winning best music director for 'Brahmastra Part 1: Shiva.' Singer Bombay Jayashri was named best female playback singer for 'Saudi Vellaka CC 225/2009,' and A R Rahman garnered recognition for his background score in 'Ponniyin Selvan Part 1.'

(With inputs from agencies.)