69th National Film Awards 2023 – An Overview

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The 69th National Film Awards 2023, a prestigious recognition of cinematic excellence in India, marked yet another year of honoring outstanding achievements in the world of Indian cinema. Organized by the Directorate of Film Festivals, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the awards celebrated the diversity, creativity, and innovation displayed by filmmakers across the country.

The 69th National Film Awards 2023 served as a platform to acknowledge and reward exceptional contributions in various categories, spanning across feature films, non-feature films, and best writing on cinema. The awards ceremony showcased the remarkable achievements of filmmakers who pushed the boundaries of storytelling, visual aesthetics, and social impact.

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At the heart of the event were the filmmakers and artists whose dedicated efforts and artistic vision brought stories to life. The 69th National Film Awards 2023 celebrated films that resonated with audiences on both artistic and emotional levels. These films demonstrated a deep connection to societal issues, cultural heritage, and contemporary narratives that left an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape.

69th National Film Awards 2023 list:

S.NoCategoryWinner
1.Best Feature FilmRocketry
2.Best DirectorNikhil Mahajan, Godavari
3.Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome EntertainmentRRR
4.Nargis Dutt Award for Best Film on National IntegrationThe Kashmir Files
5.Best ActorAllu Arjun, Pushpa
6.Best Actress1. Alia Bhatt, Gangubai Kathiawadi
2. Kriti Sanon, Mimi
7.Best Supporting ActorPankaj Tripathi, Mimi
8.Best Supporting ActressPallavi Joshi, The Kashmir Files
9.Best Child ArtistBhavin Rabari, Chhello Show
10.Best Screenplay (Original)Shahi Kabir, Nayattu
11.Best Screenplay (Adapted)Sanjay Leela Bhansali & Utkarshini Vashishtha, Gangubai Kathiawadi
12.Best Dialogue WriterUtkarshini Vashishtha & Prakash Kapadia, Gangubai Kathiawadi
13.Best Music Director (Songs)Devi Sri Prasad, Pushpa
14.Best Music Direction (Background Music)MM Keeravaani, RRR
15.Best Male Playback SingerKaala Bhairava, RRR
16.Best Female Playback SingerShreya Ghoshal, Iravin Nizhal
17.Best LyricsChandrabose, Konda Polam’s Dham Dham Dham
18.Best Hindi FilmSardar Udham
19.Best Kannada Film777 Charlie
20.Best Malayalam FilmHome
21.Best Gujarati FilmChhello Show
22.Best Tamil FilmKadaisi Vivasayi
23.Best Telugu FilmUppena
24.Best Maithili FilmSamanantar
25.Best Mishing FilmBoomba Ride
26.Best Marathi FilmEkda Kaay Zala
27.Best Bengali FilmKalkokkho
28.Best Assamese FilmAnur
29.Best Meiteilon FilmEikhoigi Yum
30.Best Odia FilmPratikshya
31.Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a DirectorMeppadiyan, Vishnu Mohan
32.Best Film on Social IssuesAnunaad – The Resonance
33.Best Film on Environment Conservation/PreservationAavasavyuham
34.Best Children’s FilmGandhi and Co
35.Best Audiography (Location Sound Recordist)Arun Asok & Sonu K P, Chavittu
36.Best Audiography (Sound Designer)Aneesh Basu, Jhilli
37.Best Audiography (Re-recordist of the final mixed track)Sinoy Joseph, Sardar Udham
38.Best ChoreographyPrem Rakshith, RRR
39.Best CinematographyAvik Mukhopadhayay, Sardar Udham
40.Best Costume DesignerVeera Kapur Ee, Sardar Udham
41.Best Special EffectsSrinivas Mohan, RRR
42.Best Production DesignDmitrii Malich and Mansi Dhruv Mehta, Sardar Udham
43.Best EditingSanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi
44.Best MakeupPreetisheel Singh, Gangubai Kathiawadi
45.Best Stunt ChoreographyKing Soloman, RRR
46.Special Jury AwardVishnuvardhan, Shershaah
47.Special Mention1. Late Shri Nallandi, Kadaisi Vivasayi
2. Aranya Gupta & Bithan Biswas, Jhilli
3. Indrans, Home
4. Jahanara Begum, Anur
48.Best Non-feature filmEk Tha Gaon
49.Best Direction (Non-feature film)Bakul Matiyani, Smile Please
50.Best Debut Non-Feature Film of a DirectorPaanchika, Ankit Kothari
51.Best Anthropological FilmFire on Edge
52.Best Biographical FilmRukhu Matir Dukhu Majhi and Beyond Blast
53.Best Arts FilmsT.N. Krishnan Bow Strings to Divine
54.Best Science & Technology FilmsEthos of Darkness
55.Best Promotional FilmEndangered Heritage ‘Warli Art’
56.Best Environment Film (Non-feature film)Munnam Valavu
57.Best Film on Social Issues (Non-feature film)Mithu Di and Three Two One
58.Best Investigative FilmLooking For Challan
59.Best Exploration FilmAyushman
60.Best Educational FilmSirpigalin Sirpangal
61.Best Short Fiction FilmDal Bhat
62.Best Animation FilmKandittundu
63.Best Film on Family ValuesChand Saanse
64.Best Cinematography (Non-feature film)Bittu Rawat, Pataal
65.Best Audiography (Re-recordist of the final mixed track) (Non-feature film)Unni krishnan, Ek Tha Gaon
66.Best Production Sound Recordist (Location/Sync Sound) (Non-feature film)Suruchi Sharma, Meen Raag
67.Best Editing (Non-feature film)Abhro Banerjee, If Memory Serves Me Right
68.Best Music Direction (Non-feature film)Ishaan Divecha, Succelent
69.Best Narration/Voice Over (Non-feature film)Kulada Kumar Bhattacharjee, Hathibondhu
70.Special Mention (Non-feature film)1. Aniruddha Jatkar, Baale Bangara
2. Srikanth Deva, Karuvarai
3. Sweta Kumar Das, The Healing Touch
4. Ram Kamal Mukherjee, Ek Duaa
71.Special Jury Award (Non-feature film)Shekhar Bapu Rankhambe, Rekha
72.Best Book on CinemaMusic by Laxmikant Pyarelal: The Incredibly Melodious Journey by Rajiv Vijayakar
73.Best Film CriticPurushothama Charyulu
74.Best Film Critic (Special Mention)Subramanya Bandoor
List of various categories and winners of the 69th National Film Awards 2023

The 69th National Film Awards 2023 ceremony not only highlighted the achievements of well-established names in the industry but also served as a platform to uplift emerging talents. As the Indian film industry continues to evolve, the National Film Awards play a crucial role in encouraging innovation and celebrating the bold and unique voices that contribute to the nation’s cinematic legacy.

The 69th National Film Awards 2023, underscored the power of cinema to inspire, educate, and entertain. It recognized films that moved beyond entertainment, touching on themes that resonate with the core of human experiences. As the event celebrated the achievements of Indian filmmakers, it also reinforced the vital role of cinema in shaping culture, society, and artistic expression.

In a nation with a rich tapestry of languages, cultures, and perspectives, the National Film Awards brought together the diverse flavors of Indian cinema. The event not only honored the efforts of filmmakers but also highlighted the collective journey of storytelling that continues to captivate audiences across the country and beyond.

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