The winners of the 69th National Film Awards were announced in New Delhi on Thursday.  The Best Actor award (Female) for the year is to be shared by Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon for their roles in Gangubai Kathiawadi and Mimi. Gangubai Kathiawadi was released in theatres on February 25, 2022, while Mimi hit the OTT platforms in July 2021. National Film Awards 2023: Allu Arjun Wins Best Actor Trophy for Pushpa; Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon Share Best Actress Win.

Helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi revolves around a maiden sold by a suitor into prostitution and how she becomes a prominent and celebrated figure in the underworld and Kamathipua red-light district. Alia's stellar performance in the film helped her bag the Best Actress Award at IIFA 2023 and Filmfare Awards 2023.  Kriti was honoured with the Best Actress Award for her role in 'Mimi' at IIFA 2022. 69th National Film Awards 2023 Winners: Allu Arjun, Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon Take Home Best Actors Honours; Rocketry The Nambi Effect and Sadar Udham Win Big - Check Out Full List!

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Mimi tells the story of a young woman named Mimi (Kriti) who agrees to become a surrogate mother for a foreign couple, hoping to use the money to fulfil her dream of becoming an actress. However, the biological parents back out when they learn that the child will be born with Down syndrome. Mimi then decides to raise the child on her own and faces several challenges and societal pressures as a single mother. Her journey as a mother and her struggle to provide for her child despite the odds is both heartwarming and inspiring. The update about Alia and Kriti sharing the Best Actor Award has left their fans extremely happy.