Veteran Malayalam cinema star Mammootty has added another prestigious honour to his remarkable career after receiving the Best Actor award at the 72nd National Film Awards. The actor took to social media to share his gratitude following the ceremony, calling the recognition an honour he would cherish for a lifetime. Mammootty received the award for his performance in the 2024 black-and-white horror film Bramayugam, once again showcasing why his work continues to command attention across Indian cinema.
Sharing a photograph from the National Film Awards ceremony, Mammootty wrote, “Receiving the National Award for Best Actor at the 72nd National Film Awards is an honour I will cherish for a lifetime. To everyone who has watched, supported, celebrated and connected with my work over the years, this moment belongs to you as much as it belongs to me. Thank you for being part of the journey. With all my heart, Mammootty.” The heartfelt message was addressed to the audiences who have followed his decades-long journey on screen.
The photograph shared by the actor captures him receiving the prestigious honour from President Droupadi Murmu during the September 2026 ceremony. The National Award marks another significant achievement in Mammootty’s illustrious career. He had previously won the Best Actor National Award in 1989, 1993 and 1998, making this his fourth recognition in the category.
Mammootty earned the latest honour for his performance as Kodumon Potti in Bramayugam, directed by Rahul Sadasivan. Shot entirely in black and white, the horror film presented the actor in a dark and intense role, with its atmospheric storytelling and distinctive visual style becoming key elements of the cinematic experience. Mammootty’s performance was central to the film, bringing a commanding presence to its mysterious world.
Interestingly, Mammootty shared the Best Actor honour with Kartik Aaryan, who was recognised for his performance in Chandu Champion. The joint recognition brought together two very different performances from Indian cinema, with Mammootty’s work in Bramayugam and Aaryan’s portrayal in the sports drama receiving recognition at the same National Film Awards ceremony.
For Mammootty, the latest National Award is another milestone in a career spanning decades and multiple languages, genres and generations of audiences. His message made it clear that he sees the honour not simply as a personal achievement but as something connected to everyone who has supported his work over the years. With his fourth Best Actor National Award now in his collection, the veteran star has once again marked a memorable chapter in his extraordinary cinematic journey.