'Srikanth' clinches Best Hindi Film at 72nd National Awards, Bhushan Kumar receives trophy

Srikanth clinched the National Award in the Best Hindi Film category at the 72nd National Awards. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award at the ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat. Producer Bhushan Kumar and director Tushar Hiranandani stepped onto the stage to accept the honour. Kumar called the win proud and humbling, saying the team was moved by Srikanth Bolla’s determination, resilience and refusal to let circumstances limit his dreams. He praised Hiranandani’s sensitive storytelling and highlighted the sincere performances of Rajkummar Rao, Jyotika, Alaya F and Sharad Kelkar. Hiranandani described Bolla’s life as a story of daring to dream beyond what others deem possible and thanked the President for the recognition, noting the award celebrates the belief, perseverance and spirit the film shows. Producer Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani added that seeing audiences connect deeply with the movie has been most rewarding and called the award a beautiful acknowledgment of the journey. The film, based on industrialist Srikanth Bolla’s life, portrays his vision and unyielding spirit that helped him overcome obstacles and create an extraordinary path. The accolade marks another milestone, confirming the movie’s lasting inspiration for viewers across India.