64th National Film Awards, 2016

64th National Film Awards, 2016 announced

Kasaav awarded Best Feature Film and Sathamanam Bhavathi awarded as Best Popular Film providing Wholesome Entertainment

Akshay Kumar to be given Best Actor award for the film Rustom;

Uttar Pradesh awarded Most Film Friendly State Award; Jharkhand given the Special Mention Award

Ms. Surabhi awarded Best Actress for the Malayalam movie Minnaminungu-The Firefly
Rajesh Mapuskar given Best Direction Award for Marathi movie Ventilator


The 64th National Film Awards 2016 were announced today by the Chairpersons of the juries on Feature Films, Non Feature Films, Best Writing on Cinema and Most Film Friendly State Award. The Feature Film Central panel was headed by Shri Priyadarshan, an eminent Film filmmaker popularly known for his Malayalam movie Kanchivaram. The Chairperson for Non – Feature Film Jury was Shri Raju Mishra while the Chairperson for Writing Jury was Ms. Bhawana Somaaya. The Most Film Friendly State award which was introduced as a new category was announced by Shri Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi, a popular Director in Telugu film industry. The National Film Awards would be presented by Hon’ble President of India on May 3rd, 2017.

Prior to the announcement of awards, the Jury Members of the 64th National Film Awards for Best Writing on Cinema submitted its report to the Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, Col. Rathore today. The Jury Members for the Feature and Non- Feature categories submitted the reports yesterday to the Minister for Information & Broadcasting Shri Venkaiah Naidu.

Some of the prominent winners in various categories for this year National Film Awards included Kasaav in Best Feature Film category and Fireflies in the Abyss in the Non-Feature Film Category. Ms. Sonam Kapoor was awarded Special Mention Award in the Feature Films Category for her role in the movie Neerja. Movies in the languages other than those specified in the VIII Schedule of the constitution in the feature Film categories were also awarded. The award for the best Moran Film was given to Haanduk while best Tulu film was given to Madipu.

Best Film Critic award was given to G. Dhananjayan for his in depth analysis on a wide range of topics such as film genres, brands, new strategies in movie watching, taxation impact and ticket pricing. Special Mention Award was given to the K.P. Jayashankar and Anjali Monteiro for the book ‘A fly in the Curry’. Best Book on Cinema award was given to ‘Lata- Sur Gatha’ authored by Yatindra Mishra.

Special Jury Award in the Feature category was given to Mohanlal for his mastery in dealing with characters of various shades with unparallel acting brilliance.

Special Jury Award in the Non-Feature category was given to ‘The Cinema Travellers’. This year a new category ‘Best on-location Sound Recordist’ in the Non-Feature Film section of the National Film Awards was also introduced.

The state of Uttar Pradesh was awarded the Most Film Friendly State award for implementing a unique film policy. The State’s Film Policy included various measures to create a suitable environment, which not only invited shooting of films on a large scale in the State but also promoted other activities related to various aspects of film production including financial incentives for filmmakers.

The state of Jharkhand was given Special Mention Award for their Film Policy which provided growth opportunities to the local filmmaking talent from within the State.

64th National Film Awards, 2016
MOST FILM FRIENDLY STATE AWARD, 2016

State of Uttar Pradesh
For  implementing  a  unique  film  policy,  taking  into  account  that  the  film medium is not only about entertainment but is also a very important vehicle of employment,  social  awareness  and  cultural  development. The  State’s  Film Policy  includes  various  measures  to  create  a  suitable  environment,  which  not only  invites  shooting  of  films  on  a  large  scale  in  the  State  but  also  promotes other  activities,  which  are  related  to  various  aspects  of  film  production  at  the ground level, including financial incentives for filmmakers.

Special Mention
State of Jharkhand
To foster the film Industry and their endeavour to give incentives to filmmakers from across India. In addition to the above, the Film Policy also provides growth opportunities to the local
filmmaking talent from within the State.

Best Writing on Cinema

Best Film Critic
Swarna Kamal and Rs 75000/-to the Critic: G. Dhananjayan
G  Dhananjayan’sin-depth  analysis  on  a  wide  range  of  topics  such  as  film  genres, brands,  new  strategies  in  movie  watching,  taxation  impact  and  ticket  pricing.  His
thought provoking essays raise relevant issues affecting the movie watcher as well as the filmmaker and suggests practical solutions.

Special Mention
Title of the Book :A Fly in the Curry
Only Certificate :K.P. Jayashankar - Anjali Monteiro
K.P. Jayashankar - Anjali Monteiro explore independent documentary films in India and revisit the relationships between film-makers and their narratives. The book sets new standards in form and context in cinema studies.

Title of the Book :Lata : Sur Gatha
Author:Swarna Kamal and Rs 75000/- to the Author: Yatindra Mishra
Publisher :Swarna Kamal and Rs 75000/- to the Publisher: Vani Prakashan
Yatindra Mishra’s encyclopaedic presentation encompasses her life, seven decade career and its’ impact on Indian cinema. Divided into three sections, the book offers rare insights on the icon, her music and reflects a changing nation.

1.
SPECIAL MENTION
CHEMBAI - DESCOPERIREA MEA UNEI LEGENDE
DIRECTOR:SOUMYA SADANANDAN
CERTIFICATE
This film brings to focus the person of Chembai as musician as well as a human being with vigour and vitality.
2.
SPECIAL MENTION
SIKAR ARU SITKAR
DIRECTOR:RAMEN BORAH AND SIBANU BORAH
CERTIFICATE
An important film that uses raw visual imagery to highlight the brutality of poaching.
3.
SPECIAL MENTION
THE EYES OF DARKNESS
DIRECTOR: AMITABH PARASHAR
CERTIFICATE
An important film that sheds light on the denial of justice to victims of a heinous crime.
4.
BEST NARRATION/ VOICE OVER
MAKINO
NARRATOR/ VOICE OVER ARTIST:SETSU MAKINO TOGAWA
RAJAT KAMAL&50,000/- to the Narrator/ Voice Over Artist
A simply narrated daughter’s ode to a father makes this voice-over intensely personal, poignant and poetic.
5.
BEST MUSIC
LEECHES
MUSIC DIRECTOR:TANUJ TIKU
RAJAT KAMAL&50,000/- to Music Director
Music becomes a character of its own in subtly heightening the drama and the tragedy of the central character.
6.
BEST EDITING
GUDH
EDITOR: JISHU SEN
RAJAT KAMAL&50,000/- to Editor
Seamlessly weaves the inner worlds of a young boy’s innocence with the harsh realities of the journey he is embarking on.
7.
BEST AUDIOGRAPHY
IN RETURN JUST A BOOK
AUDIOGRAPHER:AJITH ABRAHAM GEORGE
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- to the Audiographer
Live recording has been done in a detailed and in-depth manner bringing alive the entire ambience.
8.
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
KALPVRIKSHA AND ADNYAT
CAMERAPERSON:ALPESH NAGAR AND VISHAL SANGWAI
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- to Cameraperson (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
The mysterious beauty of the narrative comes alive through artful camerawork.
and The camera paints a rich and colourful canvas for a narrative that is both grim and tragic.
9.
BEST DIRECTION
AABA AIKTAAY NAA?
DIRECTOR: : ADITYA SUHAS JAMBHALE
SWARNA KAMAL & 1,50,000/- to the Director
A poignant story of a seemingly happy family that erupts in an unpredictable climax, held together by strong cinematic craftsmanship.
10.
BEST FILM ON FAMILY VALUES
LITTLE MAGICIAN
PRODUCER: SYED SULTAN AHMED
DIRECTOR: NEHA SHARMA
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
An innocent film that is a reminder that the only magic that keeps a family together is love.
11.
BEST SHORT FICTION FILM
AABA
PRODUCER: RAJ KUMAR GUPTA
DIRECTOR: AMAR KAUSHIK
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
Cinematic excellence comes to life in this intimate story where the filmmaker shows that silence can also be used as a powerful language of expression.
12.
SPECIAL JURY AWARD
THE CINEMA TRAVELLERS
PRODUCER: SHIRLEY ABRAHAM
DIRECTOR: SHIRLEY ABRAHAM
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
A sensitive and lyrical ode to the magic of celluloid and a poetic tribute to the last of India’s travelling cinemas.
13.
BEST ANIMATION FILM
HUM CHITRA BANATE HAI
PRODUCER: IDC, IIT, MUMBAI
DIRECTOR: NINA SABNANI
ANIMATOR: PIYUSH VERMA AND SHYAM SUNDAR CHATTERJEE
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer, Director & Animator
A playfully warm story that brings to life India’s traditional art by incorporating it innovatively in the animation itself.
14.
BEST INVESTIGATIVE FILM
PLACEBO
PRODUCER: ARCHANA PHADKE
DIRECTOR: ABHAY KUMAR
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
An important and intelligently crafted film that investigates the malaise plaguing one of India’s premiere educational institutions, showing us a mirror of our times.
15.
BEST EXPLORATION/
ADVENTURE FILM (TO INCLUDE SPORTS)
MATITLE KUSTI
PRODUCER: MADHAVI REDDY
DIRECTOR: : PRANTIK VIVEK DESHMUKH
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
An important film that throws light on a dying sporting tradition, told in a cinematically intimate manner.
16.
BEST EDUCATIONAL FILM
THE WATERFALL
PRODUCER: SYED SULTAN AHMED
DIRECTOR: : LIPIKA SINGH DARAI
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
A strong film that looks at issues of development and displacement through the eyes of an endearing protagonist.
17.
BEST FILM ON SOCIAL ISSUES
I AM JEEJA AND SANATH
DIRECTOR: SWATI CHAKRABORTY PRODUCER: RAJIV MEHROTRA AND DIRECTOR: VASANTH.S.SAI PRODUCER: PRIYA ARUN
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each Producer & Director (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
Jeeja’s will and zest for life, despite her personal struggles, makes this simply told story a beautiful ode to life. and An inspiring story of a victim of medical negligence who becomes invalid for life. Uneducated and facing economic difficulties, he opens educational institutions where thousands can learn and become successful in life.
18.
BEST ENVIRONMENT FILM INCLUDING AGRICULTURE
THE TIGER WHO CROSSED THE LINE
PRODUCER: KRISHNENDU BOSE
DIRECTOR: KRISHNENDU BOSE
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director*
A beautifully designed film that raises critical questions on the future of India’s national animal.
19.
BEST ARTS /CULTURAL FILM
IN THE SHADOW OF TIME AND THE LORD OF THE UNIVERSE
PRODUCER: INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL CENTER FOR ARTS DIRECTOR: SHANKHAJEET DE
AND PRODUCER- SHIBU PRUSTY DIRECTOR: SHIBU PRUSTY
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
In the era of animation, an important film that documents a dying art-form which is haunting, touching and kept alive through the sheer will of a community of poor puppeteers. and This enlightening and informative film brings alive an amazing and complex ritual and takes us into the only place in the world where God comes alive as a human being.
20.
BEST BIOGRAPHICAL/ HISTORICAL RECONSTRUCTION
ZIKR US PARIVASHKA :BEGUM AKHTAR
PRODUCER: SANGEET NATAK AKADEMI DIRECTOR: NIRMAL CHANDER
RAJAT KAMAL & 50,000/- each to the Producer & Director
This film uses archival recordings, recreations and interviews to take us on a touching musical journey with a lady who broke open social barriers, becoming one of India’s most legendary musical maestros.
21.
BEST DEBUT FILM OF A DIRECTOR
SOZ...A BALLAD OF MALADIES
PRODUCER: RAJIV MEHROTRA, PSBT DIRECTOR: TUSHAR MADHAV
RAJAT KAMAL & 75,000/- each to the Producer & Director
A brave and refreshing approach to look at complex political issues weaved beautifully through music and poetry.
22.
BEST NON FEATURE FILM
FIREFLIES IN THE ABYSS
PRODUCER:CHANDRASHEKHAR REDDY DIRECTOR: CHANDRASHEKHAR REDDY
SWARNA KAMAL & 1,50,000/-each to the Producer & Director
An intimately told story of a young boy’s quest for his dreams, vividly depicted in the claustrophobic environment of illegal coal mines.

New Award Introduced
NON-FEATURE FILMS

1.
Award :BEST ON- LOCATION SOUND RECORDIST
Film :REMEMBERING KURDI
On Location Sound Recordist: Chistopher Burchell
Stunning location recording that brings to life the vivid soundscape of a coastal village, evoking memories of the past.

FEATURE FILMS

1.
Special Mention
a
SPECIAL MENTION
Kadvi Hawa (Hindi)
Producer: Eleeanora Images Private Ltd. And Director: Nila Madhab Panda
CERTIFICATE
For highlighting the farmer’s struggle against the changing environmental conditions.
b
SPECIAL MENTION
Mukti Bhawan (Hindi)
Producer: Red Carper Moving Pictures And Director: Shubhashish Bhutiani
CERTIFICATE
A film which talks about death with the spirit of hope.
c
SPECIAL MENTION
Mukti Bhawan (Hindi) & Maj Rati Keteki (Assamese)
Adil Hussain
CERTIFICATE
Two different films, two different characters, one same actor. One word- Brilliant.
d
SPECIAL MENTION
Neerja (Hindi)
Sonam Kapoor
CERTIFICATE
A convincing performance of a real life icon.

2.
Best Feature Film in each of the languages other than those specified in Schedule VIII of the Constitution
a
BEST MORAN FILM
Haanduk
Producer: Mayamara Production Director: Jaicheng Jai Dohutia
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
The film tries to capture the essence of waiting with the problem of insurgency as a backdrop.
b
BEST TULU FILM
Madipu
Producer: Aastha Production Director: Chetan Mundadi
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
For highlighting the hollowness of orthodoxical traditions.
3.
Best Feature Film in each of the language specified in the Schedule VIII of the Constitution
A
BEST TAMIL FILM
Joker
Producer: Dream Warrior Pictures Director: Raju Murugan
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
A tragic and poetic narrative of an individual’s struggle for a basic need in day to day life, with an adequate dressing of sarcasm.
B
BEST GUJARATI FILM
Wrong Side Raju
Producer: Cineman Productions Ltd. Director: Mikhil Musale
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
For highlighting the ethos of moral dilemma.
C
BEST TELUGU FILM
Peli Chuplu
Producer: Dharamapatha Creations Director: Tharun Bhascker
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
Desires and aspirations of the younger generation on a lighter note.
D
BEST MARATHI FILM
Dashakriya
Producer: Rangneel Creations Director: Sandeep Bhalachandra Patil
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
For depicting an age old tradition and exposing it’s darker side.
E
BEST MALAYALAM FILM
Maheshinte Prathikaaram
Producer: Dream Mill Cinemas and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. Director: Dileesh Pothan
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
A roller coaster ride with tailor made characters.
F
BEST KONKANI FILM
K Sera Sera – Ghodpachen Ghoddtelem
Producer: de Goan StudioStudio
Director: Rajiv Shinde
Rajat Kamal and
1,00,000/- each
to the Producer and Director
Two different stories which simultaneously bring out the inevitability of life.
G
BEST KANNADA FILM
Reservation
Producer: Thotadamane Director : Nikhil Manjoo
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
A brave attempt to showcase the harsh reality prevalent in our society.
H
BEST HINDI FILM
Neerja
Producer: Fox Star Studios India Pvt. Ltd. Director : Ram Madhvani
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
A sensitive story of a valiant battle brought alive with cinematic brilliance.
I
BEST BENGALI FILM
Bisorjon
Producer: M/s Opera Director : Kaushik Ganguly
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
A visual poem which effortlessly liquidates geographical boundaries with an eraser made of love and hope.
J
BEST ASSAMESE FILM
Maj Rati Keteki
Producer: Udara Films Director : Santwana Bardoloi
Rajat Kamal and 1,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
It showcases how past affects the present if not by choice then by chance.
4.
BEST SPECIAL EFFECT
Shivaay (Hindi)
Naveen Paul
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
The film has a judicious mix of unbelievable yet entertaining action scenes.
5.
BEST CHOREOGRAPHY
Janatha Garrage (Telugu)
Raju Sundaram
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
Visually appealing and with a definite flourish and finish to the dance moves.
6.
SPECIAL JURY AWARD
Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol, Janatha Garrage and Pullimurugan,
Mohan Lal
Rajat Kamal and 2,00,000/-
For his mastery in dealing with characters of various shades with unparallel acting brilliance.
7.
BEST LYRICS
a) Film: Dharma Durai (Tamil) Song: Entha Pakkam and a) Film: Praktan (Bengali)
Song: Tumi Jaake Bhalo Basho
a) Vairamuthu and b) Anupam Roy
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/- (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
a) It elucidates the philosophy of hope and happiness. and
b) Extolling the pathos of the situation gelling beautifully with the philosophy of ‘letting go’.
8.
BEST MUSIC DIRECTION
a) Songs and
Allama (Kannada)
Bapu Padmanabha
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-and
b) Background Score
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
For adding soul to the film through Carnatic ragas.
9.
BEST MAKE-UP ARTIST
Allama (Kannada)
NK Ramakrishna
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
The film gives a sense of ‘a historical figure’ and ‘time’ through the art and craft of make-up.
10.
BEST COSTUME DESIGNER
Cycle (Marathi)
Sachin Lovalekar
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
The film is able to achieve a rustic and simple sense of rural life through its costumes.
11.
BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
24 (Tamil)
Subrata Chakraborthy, Shreyas Khedekar & Amit Ray
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-(CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
The total production value of the film is more than it’s’ art effects, locations, gadgets etc. whereby giving it an organic whole.
12.
BEST EDITING
Ventilator (Marathi)
Rameshwar
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
Never a dull moment through ‘organic’ as well as ‘plastic’ juggling of short- lengths.
13.
BEST AUDIOGRAPHY
i) Sound Designer
i) Kaadu Pookkunna Neram (Malayalam)
i) Jayadevan Chakka Dath
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
i) For bringing out the ‘feel’ of the forest and tribal hamlet through various natural as well as other elements.

ii) Re-recordist of the final mixed track
ii) Ventilator (Marathi)
ii) Alok De
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
ii) The film brings out a delicate balance between various spoken words and silence.

14.
BEST SCREENPLAY
i) Screenplay Writer (Original):
i) Maheshinte Prathikooram (Malayalam)
i) Syam Pushkaran
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
i) The screenplay interweaves the various idiosyncrasy of a small town near Idukki river.

ii) Screenplay Writer (Adapted) :
ii) Dashakriya (Marathi)
ii) Sanjay Krishnaji Patil
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
ii) The film brings out a semblance of ‘time’ and ‘place’ specified in the novel by Baba Bhand.

iii) Dialogues :
iii) Peli Chuplu (Telugu)
iii) Tarun Bhascker
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
iii) The film has incorporated a Modern, Witty and ‘on-your-face’ dialogue that too with the local flavor.

15.
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
24 (Tamil)
S. Thirunavukarasu
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/- each
For understating the basic requirements of popular ‘movie watching experience’ and enhancing it manifold.

16.
BEST FEMALE PLAYBACK SINGER
Film: Praktan (Bengali) Song : Tumi Jaake Bhalo Basho
Iman Chakraborty
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
For conveying the emotion of ‘letting go’ in the most mellifluous and soothing manner.
17.
BEST MALE PLAYBACK SINGER
Film: Joker (Tamil) Song : Jasmine E
Sundharayyar
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
A rustic flamboyant voice yearning for his lady love.
18.
BEST CHILD ARTIST
a). Kunju Daivam (Malayalam)
a) Adish Praveen
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/- (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
a) He wears purity and innocence on his sleeves.

b) Sahaj Pather Gappo (Bengali)
b) Nur Islam and Samiul Alam
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/- (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
b) The eternal and unique way of approaching life through their extraordinary performances.

c) Railway Children (Kannada)
c) Manohara. K
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/- (CASH COMPONENT TO BE SHARED)
c) A childlike impulsiveness coated with the desire of attaining adulthood.

19.
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Dangal (Hindi)
Zaira Wasim
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
She portrays a female sports person’s battle with the society with utmost maturity.
20.
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
Dashakriya (Marathi)
Manoj Joshi
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
For an accomplish portrayal of the character.
21.
BEST ACTRESS
Minnaminungu – the Firefly (Malayalam)
Surabhi C.M
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
Showcasing her brilliance in portraying pain and ecstasy of a mother in a deplorable social condition.
22.
BEST ACTOR
Rustom (Hindi)
Akshay Kumar
Rajat Kamal and 50,000/-
A perfect portrayal of a character caught in personal and social turmoil.
23.
BEST DIRECTION
Ventilator (Marathi)
Director: Rajesh Mapuskar
Swarna Kamal and 2,50,000/-
A huge canvas, an ensemble cast and a different subject all dealt with utmost supremacy.

24.
BEST ANIMATION FILM
Mahayodha Rama (Hindi)
Director: Rohit Vaid
Producer: Contiloe Pictures Pvt. Ltd.
Animator: Deepak S.V
Swarna Kamal and Rs. 1,00,000/- to Producer,
(Swarna Kamal and Rs. 1,00,000/- to Director and Swarna Kamal and Rs. 1,00,000/- to Animator/Animation Director/Designer/Supervisor
An epic drama brought alive with technical excellence.
25.
BEST CHILDREN’S FILM
Dhanak (Hindi)
Director: Nagesh Kukunoor
Producer: Drishyam Films
Swarna Kamal and 1,50,000/- each to the Producer and Director
In appreciation of exploring a child’s world devoid of malice.
26.
BEST FILM ON ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION/
PRESERVATION
Loktak Lairembee
(Manipuri)
Director & Producer: Haoban Paban Kumar
Rajat Kamal and 1,50,000/- each to the Producer and Director
The film brings out the nuances of an environmental issue in a heart wrenching and touching manner.
27.
BEST FILM ON SOCIAL ISSUES
Pink (Hindi)
Director: Anniruddha Roy Chowdhury
Producer: Rashmi Sharma Films
Rajat Kamal and 1,50,000/- each to the Producer and Director
A gender neutral perspective of a social problem, which definitely needs to be addressed.
28.
NARGIS DUTT AWARD FOR BEST FEATURE FILM ON NATIONAL INTEGRATION
Dikchow Banat Palaax
(Assamese)
Director: Sanjib Sabha Pandit
Producer: Canvascope
Rajat Kamal and 1,50,000/- each to the Producer and Director
The film brings out oneness of our feelings amidst differences.
29.
BEST POPULAR FILM PROVIDING WHOLESOME ENTERTAINMENT
Sathamanam Bhavathi
(Telugu)
Director: Satish Vagesna
Producer: V.Venkata Ramana Reddy
Swarna Kamal and 2,00,000/- each to the Producer and Director
In appreciation of providing a feeling of jubilation by respecting family values in an unexplored manner.
30.
INDIRA GANDHI AWARD FOR BEST DEBUT FILM OF A DIRECTOR
Alifa (Bengali)
Director: Deep Choudhury
Producer: Amaan Ahmed
Swarna Kamal and 1,25, 000/- each to the Producer and Director
It brings out the nuances of a very complex socio-environmental problem.
31.
BEST FEATURE FILM
Kasaav (Marathi)
Director: Sumitra Bhave & Sunil Sukthankar
Producer: Sumittra Bhave, Sunil Sukthankar & Mohan Aghase
Swarna Kamal and 2,50,000/- each to the Producer and Director
In appreciation of the perfect blending of an environmental behaviour and a personal one in a poignantly beautiful cinematic way.

FEATURE FILMS
BEST Action Direction (Stunt Choreography)
Pulimurugam (Malayalam)
Peter Hein
The action director incorporates various genres of fighting styles to achieve his effect in the film.