The 68th National Film Awards were announced some time back. Finally, the government of India awarded the winners with the certificates on Friday at New Delhi. Asha Parekh was honoured with the Dada Saheb Phalke Award. At the same time, Suriya and Ajay Devgn received the Best Actor award.
Ahead of her 80th birthday, Asha Parekh received the 52nd Dada Saheb Phalke award. She is extremely happy with this honour from the government. Last year, it was Dhanush and this time, it was Suriya who won the Best Actor award. Suriya was in Delhi with his wife Jyothika to receive the National award. His performance in the film Soorarai Pottru granted him the National award.
It was a double dhamaka for Ajay Devgn as he received two awards at the 68th National awards. He received the Best Actor award and also received an award as the producer of Tanhaji, which was adjudged Best Feature Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
Malayalam singer Nanjiyamma was conferred with the Best Female Playback Singer award for AK Ayyappanum Koshiyum (Malayalam). Her song is a big sensation on social media. She is extremely honoured and everyone gave a standing ovation to her.
Producer Sai Rajesh and director Sandeep Raj attended the event to receive their award for the film Colour Photo.