National

Urvashi Calls for Transparency: Questions Shah Rukh Khan’s National Award Win and Jury Criteria

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MUMBAI, India — The recent announcement of the 71st National Film Awards has sparked controversy, particularly regarding the honor bestowed upon Shah Rukh Khan for his performance in “Jawan.” While fans celebrated the actor’s first National Award for Best Actor, actress Urvashi voiced concerns about the decision’s fairness, questioning the jury’s evaluation criteria. Khan’s recognition was met with enthusiasm from his supporters after a 33-year wait in the industry. However, Urvashi, who won the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in “Ullozhukku,” took issue with the distinctions made by the jury, highlighting discrepancies between … Read more

Urvashi’s Bold Response: National Award Jury’s ‘Supporting Actress’ Label Sparks Controversy Over Lead Role Recognition

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MUMBAI, India — Actress Urvashi Rautela has voiced her frustration over the National Award jury’s classification of her role as a supporting actress, despite her prominent position in the film for which she was nominated. Rautela’s response has sparked conversations within the film industry about the nuances of categorizing performances in movies. In a recent statement, Rautela expressed her disappointment after receiving recognition from the National Film Awards, where her work was deemed deserving but categorized in a way she believes undermines her contribution. The actress played a central role in the production, and she … Read more

Urvashi Critiques National Award Jury’s Choice: ‘Is This All That’s Left After a Certain Age?’

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Urvashi, a prominent figure in the Indian film industry, has voiced her discontent with the National Award jury’s decision regarding the Best Supporting Actress honor. In a recent statement, she expressed her belief that the award’s criteria seem to favor younger actresses, raising questions about recognition for more seasoned performers. The actress, renowned for her contributions to Indian cinema, articulated that receiving accolades does not appear to be equitable as individuals age. “Is this all you get after a certain age?” she questioned, implying that the industry may overlook the talents and achievements of older … Read more

Director Blessy Voices Discontent Over Doubled Standards in National Award Critique of ‘Aadujeevitham’

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Thiruvananthapuram, India — Renowned director Blessy voiced his discontent with the National Awards jury’s recent critique of his film “Aadujeevitham” (The Goat Life), especially considering the previous commendations from jury chair Ashutosh Gowariker. In remarks made during the Kerala government’s Film Policy Conclave, Blessy expressed astonishment over what he perceived as a contradictory assessment of his work. “I recall Gowariker praising the film sincerely during our discussions,” Blessy remarked in an interview following the event. He highlighted their earlier exchange during the film’s Mumbai premiere, part of its Oscar campaign, where Gowariker commented on the … Read more