“Shah Rukh Khan wins first National Film Award after 33 years” is now a celebrated fact. At the 71st National Film Awards, he finally received the Best Actor award. This marks a turning point in his long career.
SRK won for his role in Jawan (2023). The film impressed both critics and audiences. Shah Rukh Khan wins first National Film Award after 33 years and shares the Best Actor honour with Vikrant Massey, who was awarded for 12th Fail.
The awards took place on September 23, 2025 in New Delhi. President Droupadi Murmu officially handed over the honours. Rani Mukerji was named Best Actress for her performance in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. Lifetime achievement honour, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, went to Mohanlal.
Shah Rukh Khan wins first National Film Award after 33 years not just for fame, but for acting weight. His role in Jawan included a double role and multiple looks. He showed both raw energy and emotional depth. Fans celebrated widely.
His wife, Gauri Khan, posted on social media calling it “years of hard work and dedication.” His manager, Pooja Dadlani, said the honour was “deeply deserved.”
Some details about the award: because the Best Actor prize was shared, the cash portion was divided. Each recipient got a Silver Lotus medal and a certificate.
Shah Rukh’s journey began in 1992 with Deewana. Over time, he earned many accolades but never this one. Now he has his first National Award, a first in 33 years of acting in Hindi cinema.
After decades, Shah Rukh Khan wins first National Film Award after 33 years, showing persistence matters. This award may mark a new chapter. Fans, colleagues and industry are all congratulating him.
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