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18 August 2024

Heartwarming family entertainer Gulmohar wins Best Film (Hindi) at the prestigious 70th National Film Awards in India!

Directed by Rahul V. Chittella and written by Rahul V. Chittella and Arpita Mukherjee, Gulmohar is currently streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

18th August, 2024: Star Studios’ award-winning heartwarming family entertainer ‘Gulmohar’ has continued its stellar winning streak and bagged Best Film (Hindi), Best Dialogues and Special Mention for Manoj Bajpayee at the prestigious 70th National Film Awards!

Gulmohar stars the Padma Bhushan and National award-winning thespian Sharmila Tagore (who returned to cinema after a decade with this film), National Award-winning winning actor Manoj Bajpayee along with Simran, Suraj Sharma and National Award winner Amol Palekar in the lead. Directed by Rahul V. Chittella, Gulmohar premiered to glowing acclaim from critics and fans alike with sentiments such as “A feel-good film that lifts up your spirits”, “Will tug at your heartstrings”, “Poetry in motion”, “Emotionally enriching”, “Magnificent!”

Bikram Duggal, Head of Studios, Disney Star speaks on the monumental win,

“We are thrilled that Gulmohar has won the prestigious National Award for Best Film (Hindi), Best Dialogues and a Special Mention for Manoj Bajpayee. In today’s digital age, it’s vital to create stories that resonate deeply and bring families together. Gulmohar achieves just that, transcending boundaries with its heartwarming narrative. We extend our deepest thanks to Rahul for his exceptional directorial debut - we knew it was special from the first narration. We are proud to have collaborated with India's finest talent to bring this story to the world.”
- Bikram Duggal, Head of Studios, Disney Star

Director Rahul V. Chittella adds 

“I am absolutely honoured by this prestigious win for our beloved film, Gulmohar! I’m delighted especially with Manoj Bajpayee also winning the best actor (special mention). He’s a rare treasure and it’s been a privilege creating this film with him and Sharmila ji! Lastly, my special thanks to my creative and writing partner, Arpita Mukherjee for being with me through this. I would like to specially thank Star Studios for believing in our shared vision! We set out to explore the meaning of family and home in present times and have become one in the process!”
- Rahul V. Chittella, Director

Gulmohar is a Star Studios production in association with Chalkboard Entertainment and Autonomous Works. The film's original music is composed by Siddhartha Khosla (This is Us).

Directed by Rahul V. Chittella and written by Rahul V. Chittella and Arpita Mukherjee, Gulmohar is currently streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

 

 

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