New Delhi, Sept 23, 2025: Bollywood’s King Khan finally did it. After more than three decades of ruling hearts and box office records, Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) won his first ever National Award for acting. He received the honour for his blockbuster film Jawan at the *71st National Film Awards 2025.
What made the moment even more special was that he shared the Best Actor award with Vikrant Massey, who won for his brilliant performance in 12th Fail.
The Shah Rukh Khan, SRK’s Emotional Win
For years, SRK fans had been waiting for this recognition. While he has bagged countless Filmfare and international awards, the National Award always felt missing from his trophy cabinet. His powerful role in Jawan not only set the box office on fire but also gave him the credibility of India’s top honour in cinema.
On social media, fans called it “long overdue” and “a moment of justice.” Many said it was the perfect crown on his already legendary career.
Vikrant Massey’s Big Leap with Shah Rukh Khan
Sharing the award with SRK, Vikrant Massey proved that talent speaks louder than anything else. From television beginnings to serious cinema, his journey has been inspiring. 12th Fail, based on a true story, connected with millions and brought him the recognition he deserved.
Rani Mukerji and Mohanlal Shine
The awards night also saw Rani Mukerji win Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, a film that touched hearts with its raw storytelling.
The biggest lifetime honour, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, went to Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, celebrating his decades of contribution to Indian cinema. His acceptance speech was full of humility, reminding everyone why he is one of the greatest actors of our times.
Why This Awards Night Stands Out other then Shah Rukh Khan
This year’s National Awards celebrated both mainstream blockbusters like Jawan and content-driven films like 12th Fail. It showed that Indian cinema is big enough to reward commercial success as well as meaningful storytelling.
SRK’s win will be remembered as a turning point — proof that even after 30 years, he can reinvent himself and still surprise audiences. Vikrant’s win, on the other hand, is a signal to young actors that hard work and persistence do pay off.
Bottom Line
The 71st National Film Awards will go down in history as the night SRK finally got his long-awaited National Award, Vikrant Massey joined the big league, and legends like Rani Mukerji and Mohanlal added new feathers to their caps.
For fans, it wasn’t just about awards — it was about emotion, legacy, and the magic of cinema.
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