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Allu Arjun, Sukumar Triumph: National Awards for Pushpa
23 Sep
Summary
- Allu Arjun and director Sukumar achieved National Awards for the Pushpa franchise.
- Sukumar won Best Original Screenplay for Pushpa: The Rule at the 72nd National Awards.
- The Pushpa franchise has now garnered four National Film Awards in total.
Director Sukumar's recent win at the 72nd National Film Awards for Best Original Screenplay for "Pushpa: The Rule" has created a special moment for star Allu Arjun. This award marks a significant full-circle achievement, as both director and actor have now received National Awards for the "Pushpa" franchise.
Allu Arjun previously won the Best Actor award at the 69th National Film Awards for his role in "Pushpa: The Rise," making him the first Telugu actor to achieve this in the category. The "Pushpa" franchise has been recognized with a total of four National Film Awards, including Best Music Director and Best Costume Design.
The "Pushpa" journey began in 2021 with "Pushpa: The Rise," followed by the 2024 sequel, "Pushpa: The Rule," which continued the narrative of the red sanders smuggler Pushpa Raj.
Other notable awards at the 72nd National Film Awards included Best Actress for Yami Gautam in "Article 370," and Best Director for Rajkumar Periasamy in "Amaran."
