National Film Awards 2025 Winners: SRK and Rani Shine

National Film Awards 2025 Winners: The 71st National Film Awards took place on Tuesday in Delhi. In addition to being an event to celebrate the best in Indian cinema, it provided an endearing moment behind the scenes in front of the cameras. This was when Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji shared a silly moment together. Both actors won their first-ever National Awards for their performances. The actors were all smiles and laughter while a video of them being silly began to circulate online.

In one of the clips, shared by fans on various social media platforms, Shah Rukh was having a bit of trouble unraveling the ribbon of his award medal after receiving it. Rani, who has starred opposite him in numerous films over the years, came over to assist him in putting the medal on while they both laughed together. The end result of their moment together was an exchange of glancing at each other. There was a bigger laugh, and shy looks that melted fans in the video comments.

Rani to the Rescue

The video features Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, and actor Vikrant Massey sitting together after the ceremony. As Rani and Vikrant appeared to easily put their medals on, Shah Rukh looked to be having a bit of trouble with his. Rani quickly stepped in and adjusted the ribbon. She draped the medal around his neck. Not stopping there, she even activated her phone camera to show how it just sparkled.

Supporters quickly labeled it as “BFF goals” with comments like:

“They’re acting like kids.” “A medal has special meaning at any age.”

“We observed babies in the nursery who were working on their school ID cards.” “That is what makes this award so important. It was to demonstrate the award has meaning regardless of age or stature.” The connection between the two reminded viewers of their inimitable friendship captured both in front and behind the camera.

Fans Celebrate Their Joy

Social media was inundated with affection for the pair. People described the reunion as “pure joy steeped in nostalgia” as fans reflected on their favorite iconic duos from the hit Bollywood films Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, and Chalte Chalte. One fan observed, “This reminds me that nothing matters how rich and famous you are but medals inspire you to feel like a kid by winning medals!!!” One person even said, “So cute!!” Just like, being like a bunch of kids! What could be gooder than being a kid and getting a medal!

With their brightest smiles and kid like excitement, the whole situation made this a priceless moment for the audience and one of the best highlights of the jet setting awards.

Honored Lives and Friendship

Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji have been creating magic on the big screen over the years. They have been treating Bollywood audiences with films like Paheli, Veer-Zaara, and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna.

Beyond being on-screen love interests, the two have forged a genuine friendship that seems to have lasted until now.

People refer to their relationship as one of the most genuine ones in Bollywood. Further proof of this bond is captured in this video, which quickly went viral.

The Awards That Made History

The 71st National Film Awards carried awards to recognize excellence in Indian cinema in general. Shah Rukh Khan took away the Best Actor Award for his acting in Atlee’s block buster Jawan. Vikrant Massey shared the stage with him for starring in 12th Fail.

At the same event, Rani Mukerji walked away with the Best Actress award for her fabulous lead performance in Ashima Chibber’s Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. The movie adapted a basis from a true event where the custody battle drew attention from cinemagoers and critics.

In still another monumental moment for Indian cinema, veteran actor Mohanlal has been bestowed with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his illustrious, three-dozen-plus year career that began in 1980. The Kerala native is oftentimes described as one of the most beloved stars of Malayalam cinema. But his contributions extend well-past the Hindi film industry and other South Indian films.

Bollywood News Updates

The touching moment that was shared recently by Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji wormed into various Bollywood news latest and is now trending. Followers and insiders are not only celebrating what is a brilliant collaboration, but the very concept of humility, kindness, and friendship that the moment represents.

For many, it was not just an honor or title; it was about the enthusiasm of being respected, the right of passage of success, and the wonder of lifelong friendship.