Telugu star Allu Arjun, who was honoured with the Best Actor Award at the 69th National Film Awards on Tuesday (October 17), received a grand welcome from the fans in Hyderabad. The supporters greeted the star with dhol and popping fireworks. He received the award for his role in Pushpa: The Rise - Part 1. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the award. This is Allu Arjun's maiden National Award. He attended the ceremony wearing a white suit. His wife Sneha Reddy was also present with him during the special moment. She wore a stunning ethnic suit. 'Best Actor' Allu Arjun Gets Grand Welcome With Flowers and Dhol in Hyderabad Post His National Film Award Win for Pushpa (Watch Video).

On Tuesday, he took to his Instagram handle and wrote, "Honoured to receive the National Award. I want to thank the jury, the ministry, and the Government of India, for this recognition. This award is not only a personal milestone but belongs to all people who have supported and cherished our cinema. Thank you, @aryasukku garu. You are the reason behind my achievement." 69th National Film Awards: Allu Arjun Poses With Waheeda Rehman, Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Says ‘It Was a Lifetime Experience’ (See Pics).

Allu Arjun Gets Grand Welcome by Fans:

After the National Film Awards list was announced in August, Allu Arjun took to social media and expressed his gratitude. "A huge congratulations to all the national award winners across various categories and languages throughout the nation. Your accomplishments are truly commendable. & I would like to express my gratitude for the love and wishes pouring in from all corners of the country. Feeling honoured and humbled by it all. Thank you for the love. Humbled," he wrote.

Meanwhile, Allu Arjun will be seen in Pushpa 2: The Rule. The movie directed by Trivikram is set to be released in cinemas on August 15, 2024.