The 70th National Film Awards celebrated notable achievements in Indian cinema, with the film KGF Chapter 2 winning awards for Best Kannada Film and Best Action Direction, while director Prashanth Neel expressed gratitude for the recognition and praised lead actor Yash. Actress Manasi Parekh won the Best Actress award for her role in the Gujarati film Kutch Express, sharing the honor with Nithya Menen for her performance in Thiruchitrambalam. Parekh described the win as a significant personal achievement and a victory for working mothers, highlighting the film's focus on empowerment. Director Viral Shah emphasized the film's commitment to addressing social issues through engaging storytelling. The awards reflect a growing recognition of diverse narratives within Indian cinema, celebrating both critical and popular success.