Rani Mukerji keeps daughter Adira close as she receives her first National Award for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. See pic

Rani Mukerji won her 1st National Award for Best Actress for role in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. The actor added a personal touch to her look for the ceremony.

Published on: Sep 24, 2025, 10:36:12 IST

By Riya Sharma

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Bollywood actor Rani Mukerji has won her first-ever National Award for Best Actress for her powerful performance in Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway. She received the honour at a grand ceremony hosted at Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, where she added a personal touch to her look by keeping her daughter Adira’s name close to her heart.

Rani Mukerji dons a necklace with daughter Adira's name at National Awards ceremony.

Rani Mukerji flaunts necklace with her daughter Adhira's initials at National Award ceremony

Several photos and videos from the 71st National Awards ceremony surfaced online, showing Rani seated beside Shah Rukh Khan. The actor looked stunning in a brown Sabyasachi saree, but what truly caught everyone’s attention was her gold necklace, which bore Adira’s initials, a heartfelt gesture symbolising that she kept her daughter close to her heart while receiving the prestigious award.

Rani tied the knot with Aditya Chopra in 2014 and the couple welcomed their daughter Adira in 2015. Interestingly, the very film that earned her the award tells the story of a mother fighting to regain custody of her children after Norwegian authorities take them away.

The National Award ceremony in Delhi brought together some of the country’s finest talents, including Mohanlal, Ekta Kapoor, Karan Johar, Ronnie Screwvala, Anupama Chopra, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Guneet Monga, Meghna Gulzar, Vaibhavi Merchant, and Apoorva Mehta.

While Rani won Best Actress, Shah Rukh Khan shared the Best Actor award with Vikrant Massey, who was recognised for his performance in 12th Fail. Meanwhile, Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani received the National Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.

About Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway

The 2023 Hindi drama, directed by Ashima Chibber and starring Rani Mukerji, is inspired by the real-life story of Sagarika Chakraborty, an Indian mother whose children were taken away by Norwegian child welfare services in 2011, sparking a long and emotional legal battle across two countries.

Upon release, the film received positive reviews, with critics praising its powerful subject matter and Rani’s intense performance. Though a semi-hit at the box office, earning ₹38.3 crore worldwide against a budget of ₹20 crore, the film found wider appreciation later on OTT platforms.

What’s next for Rani Mukerji

Rani will next be seen in an action-packed avatar in Mardaani 3. Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, the much-anticipated third instalment of the franchise is set to release in cinemas on 27 February 2026, with its poster unveiled on the first day of Navratri.

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Riya Sharma
Riya Sharma is a content producer at Hindustan Times who lives and breathes entertainment. If there’s gossip making noise in Bollywood or a reality show moment breaking the internet, chances are she’s already writing about it. She loves digging out the juiciest stories, spotting viral pegs and turning it into easy-to-read content. A journalism graduate from IP University, Riya began her career as a social media executive, where she learned the art of grabbing attention in a scroll-heavy world. But her love for showbiz soon pulled her into entertainment journalism, because for her, it’s always been entertainment, entertainment and more entertainment. An artist at heart, Riya has a deep passion for acting, music and dance, which shapes how she watches and writes about films and reality shows. She loves sharing her views and reviews, especially when something excites, surprises or completely disappoints her. A hardcore reality show fan, Riya enjoys tracking every twist, task and meltdown, and breaking them down for readers who can’t get enough of high-voltage drama. Movies are equally close to her heart, whether it’s a big theatrical release or a binge-worthy OTT series, she’s always watching, and analysing what’s worth the time. She loves talking to celebrities, asking questions that go beyond the usual. When she’s not working, she’s either glued to a new web series, hunting for underrated thrillers on OTT platforms, or rewatching iconic Bollywood moments.Read More

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