🎬 Rani Mukerji Reflects on Winning National Award Alongside Shah Rukh Khan: “It Felt Truly Special”

Rani Mukerji recently opened up about the unforgettable moment when she received her first National Film Award alongside Shah Rukh Khan. The two Bollywood icons, who share a decades-long friendship and have starred together in several beloved films, made the occasion even more memorable by celebrating the milestone together. Rani expressed how sharing the honour with Shah Rukh, someone she has admired since the beginning of her career, added emotional depth to the achievement.

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🎬 Rani Mukerji Reflects on Winning National Award Alongside Shah Rukh Khan: “It Felt Truly Special”

✨ Rani on Her First National Award with Shah Rukh

During a podcast appearance on Spotlight Sessions, Rani revisited the viral moment where she helped Shah Rukh wear his medal at the ceremony in Delhi. She explained that achieving such recognition alongside a friend she has journeyed with for decades felt extraordinary.

“There’s so much I’ve learned from Shah Rukh — as a professional, as a person, and as an actor. Winning it that day felt even more special because he’s been in the industry for 35 years and I’ve been for 30. Awards or not, we’ve always focused on giving our best to films,” Rani shared.

🎥 Iconic Duo On & Off Screen

Rani and Shah Rukh have delivered timeless performances in films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Chalte Chalte, Paheli, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, and Veer-Zaara. Beyond cinema, their friendship continues to inspire fans.

🏆 Rani’s Award-Winning Role

Rani won her first National Film Award for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway (2023), a legal drama inspired by the real-life story of an Indian immigrant mother fighting for her children. Shah Rukh received the Best Actor award for his performance in Jawan.

In her acceptance statement, Rani dedicated the award to mothers worldwide, highlighting the unconditional love and strength they embody: