Manasi Parekh Wins Best Actress National Award, Breaks Down in Tears at the Ceremony
Manasi Parekh, the talented Gujarati actor, couldn’t contain her emotions as she was awarded the prestigious Best Actress National Award for her outstanding performance in the film Kutch Express. The honor was shared with actress Nithya Menen for her stellar role in Thiruchitrambalam. The award ceremony took place on October 8, 2024, at New Delhi’s Vigyan Bhavan, where both actresses were recognized for their remarkable contributions to Indian cinema by President Droupadi Murmu.
Manasi Parekh Wins Best Actress National Award, Breaks Down in Tears at the Ceremony
Manasi was visibly emotional as she received the award and later shared how overwhelming the experience had been. Speaking to India Today Digital, she said, “I’ve been crying for an hour and a half. It’s surreal to be recognized at this level, especially alongside Nithya Menen, another amazing regional actress.”
This year’s awards drew attention to regional cinema, highlighting the diverse talent emerging from across India. Last year, the Best Actress award was shared by Bollywood stars Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon, making this year’s recognition of regional stars even more special.
FAQs
What did Manasi Parekh win the National Award for?
Manasi won the Best Actress National Award for her exceptional performance in the Gujarati film Kutch Express.
Who shared the Best Actress award with Manasi Parekh?
Manasi shared the Best Actress award with Nithya Menen, who was recognized for her performance in the Tamil film Thiruchitrambalam
What did Manasi Parekh say after receiving the award?
Manasi shared that she was overwhelmed with joy and had been crying for over an hour after receiving the award. She expressed her delight in sharing the recognition with another talented regional actress, Nithya Menen.
What is Kutch Express about?
Kutch Express is a critically acclaimed Gujarati film that showcases a powerful narrative, with Manasi delivering a memorable performance that earned her the National Award for Best Actress.