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The 72nd National Film Awards, honoring cinematic achievements of 2024, were announced in New Delhi on July 18, 2026, with 'Article 370' bagging Best Feature Film and veteran actor Mammootty sharing the Best Actor award. The awards recognized a diverse range of talent from Bollywood, South Indian cinema, and regional films, including notable wins for Kannada cinema.
The Indian government has launched extensive initiatives to support the film industry, including financial assistance for regional films, international promotion efforts, and the formation of a high-level study group to address sector challenges and opportunities.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's highly anticipated final film, 'Jana Nayagan,' has been released to immense fan celebrations across the state, marking his transition from a prolific acting career to full-time politics. Despite facing censorship hurdles and delays, the political actioner, directed by H. Vinoth, has generated unprecedented excitement.
The Tamil-language film 'Members of the Problematic Family', directed by R Gowtham, has been selected as the opening film for the 2026 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), marking its Australian premiere after a successful run at the Berlin International Film Festival earlier this year. Director R Gowtham and lead actor Karuththadayan are expected to attend the prestigious event.