Kartik Aaryan Wins Big at 72nd National Film Awards

Hold up, because Kartik Aaryan just added some serious hardware to his trophy cabinet. The actor has bagged the Best Actor award at the 72nd National Film Awards, sharing the honour with Malayalam superstar Mammootty, as per reports making the rounds across Indian media.

This is a massive moment for the guy who’s become one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars over the past few years. From romantic comedies like Pyaar Ka Punchnama to the blockbuster Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise, Kartik has proved he’s got serious range. And the film festival circuit is clearly taking notice.

The awards night saw Article 370 dominate the honours board, snagging multiple wins including Best Film, while Pushpa: The Rule 2 also cleaned up nicely. But this particular win for Kartik? It’s the kind of recognition that cements his place among the industry’s A-listers. Our cameras and sources are tracking all the exclusive reactions next.