In Indian cinema, the National Film Awards stand as a beacon of recognition and honor. This year, the spotlight falls on two monumental blockbusters streaming on ZEE5 – RRR and The Kashmir Files. The Telugu blockbuster RRR, which won the Academy Award mainly known as the Oscars and Golden Globe for Best Original Song for ‘Naatu Naatu’ early this year, picked up six National Awards — Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, Best Choreography for Prem Rakshith, Best Music Direction (Background Music) for MM Keeravaani, Best Special Effects for Srinivas Mohan, Best Male Playback Singer for Kaala Bhairava, and Best Stunt Choreography for King Soloman.
In response to his significant victory at the 69th National Film Awards 2023, S. S. Rajamouli expressed, “As a filmmaker, my primary goal is to create films for the audience. Awards are an added bonus. However, receiving recognition at the national level, winning six awards for our film, and having all my technicians acknowledged for their tireless dedication over 3-4 years naturally fills me with immense joy and gratitude.”
Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s The Kashmir Files was another winner at the National Film Awards 2023 this year, bagging the Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration. The accolades reflect these movies’ exceptional quality and impact on audiences and the film industry.
Vivek has expressed his joy at winning the award and dedicated it to the victims of the 1990 Kashmir genocide, especially the Kashmiri Hindus. He said, “I am in America, and I started receiving calls from my friends from where I came to know about the award. The 69th National Film Awards is a prestigious award in India, and since starting, I have been saying that The Kashmir Files is not my film and that I was just a medium. On behalf of our IamBuddha Production Company, I’m dedicating this award to all the victims, especially the Kashmiri Hindus and Hindus from all corners of the world who are facing terrorism. This film is their voice, their sufferings, so it belongs to them.”
These award-winning movies have surged into the spotlight, garnering widespread acclaim for their outstanding storytelling, compelling performances, and powerful narratives.
RRR – An Epic Tale Of Spectacle and Courage
The Telugu-language period action drama film is a fictional story revolving around India’s freedom fighters, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, who fought against the British Raj and the Nizam of Hyderabad, respectively. S.S. Rajamouli features an ensemble cast, including N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn. The RRR movie had an impressive cast, grand scale, and the reputation of the director, known for his previous blockbusters Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion. Winning the National Award is a deserving testament to the film’s larger-than-life storytelling and exceptional direction.
The Kashmir Files – Revealing Untold Realities
The Kashmir Files movie recounts the horrific events of the exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits from the Kashmir valley in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It aims to shed light on the challenges faced by the Kashmiri Hindu community during that period. The movie stars Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty, Pallavi Joshi, and Darshan Kumaar, among others. Pallavi received the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance in the film. The Kashmir Files gained significant attention for their subject matter and powerful portrayal of historical events. The National Award acknowledged the film’s uncompromising storytelling, dedication to truth, and the powerful impact it has had on society.
The triumphs achieved by these blockbuster hits stand as proof of ZEE5’s dedication to providing top-notch, engaging content. The National Awards solidified their position as must-watch films, capturing the hearts of nationwide viewers. Additionally, on ZEE5, you can watch National Award-winning movies online, including Uri The Surgical Strike, Chup: Revenge of the Artist, Jersey, Haider, Rustom, and many others, for your viewing pleasure.
