Aditya Dhar’s ‘Article 370’ Sweeps Three National Film Awards – A Proud, Emotional Milestone for the Team

When the results of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced, a hush fell over the ‘Article 370’ crew. Three trophies – Best Feature Film, Best Actress for Yami Gautam, and Best Music Direction for Shashwat Sachdev – landed on the table, and the reactions that followed felt almost cinematic in themselves.

Aditya Dhar, the film’s producer and writer, took to Instagram with a post that read like a heartfelt diary entry. “Winning THREE NATIONAL AWARDS for ‘Article 370’ is a moment that is difficult to put into words,” he wrote, his words trembling between pride and humility. “It is humbling, deeply emotional and one that fills my heart with immense gratitude.” He went on to explain that the project began not with the lure of accolades, but with a conviction to tell a story “with honesty, courage and sincerity.” To have that effort now recognized by the nation’s highest cinematic honour, he said, was “truly overwhelming.”

Yami Gautam, who earned the Best Actress award, shared her own burst of joy on X (formerly Twitter). “Every journey has a moment that reminds you why you never gave up,” she posted. “Receiving the National Award for ‘Article 370’ is an honour I will cherish for the rest of my life.” Her caption reflected on a fourteen‑year career built on staying true to the craft, persevering through highs and lows, and finally seeing that perseverance validated on a national stage.

The gratitude didn’t stop at the two front‑liners. Jyoti Deshpande, President of Jio Studios, issued a press statement that mixed pride with a touch of awe. She highlighted the collective belief that the story deserved to be told “with honesty, courage, and conviction.” Deshpande thanked the jury, the audience, and every crew member – from director Aditya Suhas Jambhale’s clear vision to Shashwat Sachdev’s music that “became the heartbeat of the film.” She also gave a nod to B62 Studios and its co‑producer Lokesh Dhar, whose steadfast support helped bring the ambitious project to life.

Director Aditya Suhas Jambhale, a three‑time National Award winner now, described the accolade as “the highest honour a filmmaker can hope for.” He reminded everyone that the film was never about presenting easy answers; it was about engaging with a defining chapter of India’s history with empathy and cinematic conviction. “The feeling of receiving this honour is just as overwhelming and deeply humbling as the first time,” he said.

Beyond the trophies, the team sees the awards as a reminder of responsibility. Dhar wrote, “Awards are a celebration of what has been achieved, but they are also a reminder of the responsibility that lies ahead.” For the cast – including Priyamani, Arun Govil and Kiran Karmarkar – and the crew, the win signals a promise to keep pushing boundaries, to keep telling stories that matter, and to keep sparking conversations that linger long after the credits roll.

In the end, the three National Film Awards feel less like an endpoint and more like a launchpad. As Dhar summed up, “This honour belongs to all of us. JAI HIND.” The film’s journey, from a bold script to a celebrated piece of Indian cinema, reminds us that honest storytelling still has a powerful place in the hearts of audiences across the country.