New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- The 71st National Film Awards were held in New Delhi on Tuesday at Vigyan Bhawan, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting honours to winners for films released in 2023. The ceremony marked a milestone for several Bollywood names, as Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji and Vikrant Massey received their first-ever National Awards in acting categories.

Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey jointly won the Best Actor award for their performances in Jawan and 12th Fail, while Rani Mukerji was named Best Actress for her critically acclaimed role in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway.

For Khan, the recognition comes after a three-decade-long career as one of India's most bankable stars. Jawan, which cemented his box office dominance in 2023...