71st National Film Awards 2025: Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal Share Warm Hug, Rani Mukerji Captured With Legends In Viral Pic

The 71st National Film Awards concluded in a grand ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday night. Three of India's iconic actors, Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal and Rani Mukerji, were honoured with National Film Awards,

marking a significant moment in Indian cinema. The awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu at the 71st National Film Awards, celebrating excellence across languages and genres. Now, a picture of the legends SRK, Lalettan Mohanlal sharing a hug and Rani Mukerji witnessing the moment has gone viral from the award ceremony.

Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal share warm hug, Rani Mukerji captured in frame at National Film Awards 2025

In a post shared by Shah Rukh Khan's fan page on X (Formerly known as Twitter), SRK, Mohanlal are seen sharing an iconic moment at the award ceremony and Rani was a part of it too.The caption to the post reads, "When LEGENGS meet at the #71stNationalFilmAwards! SRK and Mohanlal share a warm hug after receiving their respective National Awards!"

Mohanlal conferred with Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Mohanlal was conferred with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Indian cinema's highest recognition, by President Droupadi Murmu at the 71st National Film Awards. Mohanlal expressed that he sees the award as greater than himself. The senior actor, also addressed as Lalettan, noted that since this recognition is coming back to Malayalam cinema after two decades, he considers it a tribute to all the artists who have shaped his journey as an actor, according to ANI.

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SRK receives his first National Award

Shah Rukh Khan, the megastar often dubbed the

King of Bollywood, received his first National Award in decades, bagging the Best Actor honour for his performance in Jawan (2023). The moment was met with thunderous applause as his name was announced, a testament to the enduring love the audience holds for him. SRK’s performance in Jawan, where he played dual roles in a hard-hitting action drama with strong socio-political undertones, was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful. His presence at the ceremony was a true highlight, marking a monumental chapter in his long and storied career.Rani Mukerji received the Best Actress Award for her powerful portrayal in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. Dressed in a striking brown saree with bold borders, Rani made a graceful and emotional appearance on stage. In a moving gesture, she bowed down and touched the stage floor before receiving the honour, signifying her deep respect for the art and the recognition. Her role, based on a real-life mother’s legal battle for her children, was hailed for its emotional depth and intensity.

Who won what at 71st National Film Awards

The winners of the 71st National Film Awards, announced on August 1, reflected the diversity and depth of Indian cinema across languages and genres. Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 12th Fail was honoured as Best Feature Film for its powerful narrative, while the quirky satire Kathal - A Jackfruit Mystery won Best Hindi Film. In the acting categories, Shah Rukh Khan received his first-ever National Award for Best Actor for Jawan, sharing the honour with Vikrant Massey for his acclaimed role in 12th Fail. Rani Mukerji was awarded Best Actress for her emotionally gripping performance in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway.