The National Film Awards 2023, a highly anticipated event in the Indian film industry, is set to take place at Vigyan Bhavan in Delhi. The ceremony will witness the presence of celebrated winners such as Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, and Allu Arjun, accompanied by their loved ones, as they gather to receive accolades for their outstanding contributions to cinema. President Droupadi Murmu will be conferring the prestigious awards to the deserving talents. Here's all you need to know about how and when to watch this grand celebration of cinematic excellence.
When and Where to Watch
The 69th National Film Awards ceremony will be broadcast live on DD National, starting at 1:30 pm on Tuesday. For those who cannot be near a television set, the event will also be streamed live on DD National's official YouTube channel. The online streaming will commence at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, ensuring that viewers from around the world can join in the celebration of exceptional cinematic achievements.
The official announcement of the ceremony was made through the X handle of Doordarshan National, which shared a poster along with the caption: "#Celebrate talent and excellence at the 69th National Film Awards at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Join us live on #DDNational, Tuesday, October 17th, at 1:30 PM."
Confirmed Guests at the Event
The National Film Awards ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, with the presence of illustrious film personalities. Kriti Sanon, who will be receiving the Best Actress award for her remarkable performance in "Mimi," arrived in Delhi ahead of the event. Allu Arjun, who made history as the first Telugu actor to win the Best Actor award at the National Film Awards, was spotted in Delhi along with his wife Sneha Reddy. He received the award for his role in "Pushpa: The Rise."
On Tuesday morning, Alia Bhatt and her husband, Ranbir Kapoor, were seen departing from Mumbai's Kalina airport as they headed to Delhi for the ceremony. Alia, who won the Best Actress award for her portrayal in "Gangubai Kathiawadi," is undoubtedly a prominent figure at the event.
Karan Johar, the renowned filmmaker and producer of "Shershaah," was also seen at the event. His production, "Shershaah," starring Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, secured the Special Jury Award.
Among other notable attendees are Sanjay Leela Bhansali, whose directorial venture "Gangubai Kathiawadi" achieved success in multiple categories, and R Madhavan, whose directorial "Rocketry: The Nambi Effect" was honored with the Best Feature Film award. Vivek Agnihotri's "The Kashmir Files" was also a notable winner in several categories.
The National Film Awards 2023 promises to be a celebration of exceptional talent and cinematic achievements, showcasing the diverse and remarkable contributions to Indian cinema. With its live broadcast and online streaming, fans and enthusiasts will have the opportunity to witness this prestigious event in the world of Indian film.