Historic Moment: Allu Arjun receives National Award for 'Pushpa: The Rise'

Allu Arjun, the multifaceted actor who has left an indelible mark on Tollywood, has added yet another feather to his cap by clinching the Best Actor award at the prestigious 2023 National Film Awards. He received the prestigious award at the Awards ceremony in Delhi on Tuesday.

It is a historic moment as Allu Arjun is the first Telugu actor to be honored with the National Film Award in the Best Actor Category. Dressed in a white Kurta set, the actor, accompanied by his wife, graced the red carpet, radiating elation as he collected his well-deserved recognition.

"I'm extremely happy that I'm receiving the National Award. And, receiving it for a commercial film is a double achievement for me personally" shared the actor.

Directed by the exceptionally talented Sukumar, 'Pushpa: The Rise' proved to be a cinematic powerhouse, attaining blockbuster status worldwide and amassing a staggering Rs 360 crore at the box office. This cinematic masterpiece also earned the distinguished National Award for Best Music Direction.

The film 'Pushpa,' features a star-studded cast, including Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, Sunil, Fahadh Faasil, and Jagadish, among others. Complementing the movie's gripping narrative is the soul-stirring music composed by Devi Sri Prasad.