71st National Film Awards 2025: Rani Mukerji bags Best Actress Award for Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway

On August 1, 2025, the winners of the 71st National Film Awards were announced. The awards celebrated the best of actors, actresses, singers, and technicians from across Indian cinema. The event took place in Delhi, and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting revealed the winners. Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji won the Best Actress award for Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway for her powerful performance.

The winners of the 71st National Film Awards were decided by a panel of selected juries who gave the final report to Union Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister L. Murugan earlier today.

Rani Mukerji Wins Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway

Helmed by Ashima Chibber, the movie Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway featured Rani in the lead role. Alongside Rani, Bengali actor Anirban Bhattacharya, Neena Gupta, and Jim Sarbh played key roles. Meanwhile, Rani is yet to respond to the win.

Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway Plot

Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway is one of the most compelling stories viewers have witnessed. The movie is based on a real-life international custody battle of a mother who yearns for her kids taken away by Norwegian authorities.

The movie highlights the emotional and mental struggle of a mother who has to spend days and nights away from her kids. Rani’s character brought raw intensity, vulnerability, and strength to the role.

The film not only highlights cultural clashes and bureaucratic apathy but also reinforces Rani’s unparalleled ability to carry an entire film on her shoulders.

The movie was made for Rs 29 crore, and it went on to become a semi hit by earning Rs 36.53 crore worldwide, with Rs 18.57 crore from overseas markets and Rs 9.69 crore in India.

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