Breaking Hype
Dilip Kumar Dried Nana Patekar’s Hair After Krantiveer Win
Saira Banu recalls Dilip Kumar drying Nana Patekar's head after he arrived soaked at their home post-Krantiveer award win.
2 days ago2 min
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The National Film Award is India's highest film honour, presented annually to recognise excellence in cinematic achievement. CutMirchi covers its winners, their journeys, and the impact of the award on their careers.
Bollywood
Nana Patekar Dead at 75: The Man Who Made Krantiveer Survive Its Own Doubters
Nana Patekar has died at 75, leaving behind a legacy shaped by Krantiveer—a film that nearly didn’t get made. Sridevi and Kajol rejected roles. Distributors feared failure. He improvised the iconic climax monologue. Now, the nation mourns.
3 days ago1 min
Bollywood
Nana Patekar Dies At 75, Leaves Behind Four Decades Of Defiant Cinema
Nana Patekar, the three-time National Award winner known for Krantiveer, Parinda and Natsamrat, died at 75 on Thursday of a sudden cardiac arrest, per The Hindu.
4 days ago2 min
Bollywood
Yami Gautam Deflects Oscar Talk At Nayyi Navelli Trailer Launch
Yami Gautam made her first public appearance since her National Award win at the Nayyi Navelli trailer launch in Mumbai, talking responsibility and dodging an Oscar question with a one-liner in Hindi.
1 Oct 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Kartik Aaryan Offers National Film Award at Lalbaugcha Raja’s Feet
Kartik Aaryan, the latest National Film Award winner for Best Actor, placed his trophy at the feet of Lalbaugcha Raja, sharing his gratitude and hopes for the future with fans on social media.
23 Sept 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Dhanush Wins Third National Award For Captain Miller
Dhanush won his third National Film Award, for Captain Miller, at a Delhi ceremony where Raayan was named Best Tamil Film. He later shared a viral post with his sons, crediting his fans.
23 Sept 20262 min