The 64th National Film Awards are the most prestigious awards ceremony for achievement in filmf in India
The 64th National Film Awards, the most prestigious awards ceremony for achievement in film in India, took place yesterday on May 3, 2017. The ceremony saw many distinguished personalities in film receive awards from the President of India, Honourable Dr. Pranab Mukherjee. Some of the recipients of awards were K. Vishwanath, Rajesh Mapuskar, Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, Surabhi Lakshmi, Zaira Wasim, Akshay Kumar and Sonam Kapoor.
1. Akshay Kumar receives his Award
Kumar was presented with the 'Best Actor' award for his performances in Rustom.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
2. Akshay felicitated by President of India
Akshay Kumar received the award under intense criticism, but fought back to justify that he was deserving.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
3. Akshay and Boman
Akshay Kumar was congratulated by Boman Irani following his National Award win.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
4. K Vishwanath honoured
K Vishwanath was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for excellence in film-making.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
5. Sonam cheers
Sonam Kapoor appeared to be in high spirits, cheering on the winners enthusiastically.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
6. Sonam Kapoor ecstatic
Sonam Kapoor was in a pretty jumpy mood post her National Award win.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
7. Sonam awarded for 'Neerja'
Sonam Kapoor was awarded with a special mention for her acclaimed performance in Neerja.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)
8. Sonam and Surabhi take the style awards
Sonam Kapoor and 'Best Actress' winner Surabhi Lakshmi both were amongst the most stylish celebrities present at the ceremony.
(Image courtesy: Bir Bahadur)