The National Film Awards in India are a celebration of cinematic excellence and a recognition of outstanding contributions to the world of filmmaking. This year, ‘Shershaah,’ a film that captured the heroic story of Captain Vikram Batra, was honoured with a National Film Award for Special Jury Award (Feature Film.) The film’s lead actor, Sidharth Malhotra, played the pivotal role of Captain Vikram Batra. His reaction to the film’s National Award win speaks volumes about his dedication and commitment to the project. Check it out below…

The actor took to Instagram to share the news of their win and also penned down a heartfelt note for his film. He said that the award they’ve received today is a tribute to hard work, determination, and patriotism and its significance will be etched in his heart forever. Sidharth Malhotra’s portrayal of Captain Vikram Batra was a transformative moment in his career. The actor invested not only in delivering a powerful performance but also in capturing the essence and spirit of the real-life hero.

He also went on to thank the crew for their support! Sidharth Malhotra’s reaction to ‘Shershaah’s National Award win is a reflection of the deep personal connection he forged with his character and the story.