PTI
NEW DELHI
The awards, which were spread out in Tamil, Telugu, Bengali and Marathi languages, saw Bollywood movies like “Pink”, “Neerja” and “Dangal” score in key categories.
“Rustom”, a court room drama directed by Tinu Suresh Desai, is loosely based on the 1959 Nanavati murder case.
Akshay, 49, took to Twitter to express his gratitude over his surprise win.
“Thank you is a very small word right now but I don’t know how else to express how I am feeling right now... ‘’Rustom’’ was a very special role to play. Being able to wear the uniform of Indian Navy itself is a huge honour, even if it’s just for a role,” Akshay said in a video message to his fans.
The actor said Sonam Kapoor, who received a special mention for her role in “Neerja”, was shooting with him and it was a double celebration for them on the sets of “Padman”.
“Neerja”, directed by Ram Madhvani, was named the best Hindi film. It is based on the 1986 hijacking incident during which flight attendant Neerja Bhanot was killed by terrorists.
“This is huge. Here is to Neerja Bhanot and her family,” Madhvani told PTI.
Amitabh Bachchan-starrer “Pink”, a female-centric drama, won the award for best film on social issues.
Producer Shoojit Sircar dedicated the award to his team and Bachchan, saying it would not have been possible to make the female-centric drama without the actor’s support.
Kashmiri actress Zaira Wasim was chosen as the best supporting actress for her role in the Aamir Khan-starrer “Dangal”, while Nagesh Kukunoor’s “Dhanak” was named the best children’s film.
Ajay Devgn’s “Shivaay” won the best special effects.
The 11-member jury, headed by Akshay’s frequent collaborator, filmmaker Priyadarshan, named Surabhi C M as the best actress for her role in Malayalam film “Minnaminungu-The Firefly”.
“I never expected this award. I expected only a jury mention. I am extremely happy and stunned,” Surabhi, who is away in Muscat as part of a programme, said.
“Kasaav”, this year’s best feature film winner by Sunil Sukhtankar and Sumitra Bhave, revolves around the issue of depression and environment conservation.
