Rani Mukerji Recalls Winning the National Award with Shah Rukh Khan

Rani Mukerji: Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji is currently in the news for the release of her upcoming film 'Mardaani 3'. Meanwhile, she recalled last year's 71st National Film Awards ceremony, where she received her first National Award alongsideShah Rukh Khan. Rani described the experience of sharing the National Award for Best Actor with Shah Rukh as "extremely special." She said that this moment is one of the most memorable moments of her career. Rani also shared that Shah Rukh Khan has always guided her like a true friend and inspired her during difficult times.

Rani Mukerji remembers National Award with Shah Rukh Khan

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In fact, Rani Mukerji reminisced in an interview about the moment she received her first National Film Award alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Sharing the moment, the actress said, "I think all the students here (in the audience) will understand. If you've been on a journey with your friends since a very young age, supporting each other in school, college, and life, achieving something together on a platform like this is even more special. You're sharing it with someone who started this journey with you."

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Continuing her point, Rani Mukerji added, "I've learned and learned so much from Shah Rukh Khan. As a professional, as a human being, and as an actor. Winning it that day felt even more special because he's been in the industry for 35 years and I've been in it for 30. National Awards or not, we never stop giving our best for our films. I'm a horse in the Chinese calendar. I believe I keep my eyes peeled. I don't look left or right. I always look ahead and focus on what's ahead."

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Rani Mukerji received the National Film Award for this film.

For your information, last year in 2025, Rani Mukerji won her first National Film Award in her 30-year career for her 2023 film Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. Shah Rukh Khan won the Best Actor award for his performance in Atlee's Jawaan. Upon winning the award, she said, "I dedicate my National Award to all the amazing mothers in the world. There is nothing like a mother's love and her passion to save her children. The story of this Indian immigrant mother, who did everything for her child and challenged the entire nation, moved me deeply. A mother's love for her child is unconditional. I realized this when I had my own child. Therefore, this win, this film, feels very emotional and personal. A mother can move mountains for her children and make the world a better place. This is what this film tries to show." 

When will Mardaani 3 release? (Mardaani 3 Release Date)

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Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra, Mardaani 3 continues the franchise's tradition of socially charged cinema. Mardaani 3 is scheduled to release in theaters worldwide on January 30, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Which National Award did Rani Mukerji win with Shah Rukh Khan?

Rani Mukerji received the National Award for Best Actor along with Shah Rukh Khan at the 71st National Film Awards.

Q2. What did Rani say about winning the National Award with Shah Rukh Khan?

Rani described the moment as "extremely special" and emotional and called it one of the most memorable achievements of her career.

Q3. What did Rani Mukerji say about Shah Rukh Khan?

Rani said that Shah Rukh Khan has always been a true friend and has constantly guided her in her career.

Q4. Is this Rani Mukerji's first National Award?

Yes, this is Rani Mukherjee's first National Film Award.

Q5. Why is this award important for Rani?

This award is special because it recognizes his long career, and he shared this honor with his close friend Shah Rukh Khan.

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