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Shabana Azmi wins Best Supporting Actor at 69th Filmfare Awards

Legendary actor Shabana Azmi clinches Best Supporting Actor at the 69th Filmfare Awards for her stellar performance in ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’.

Shabana Azmi wins Best Supporting Actor at 69th Filmfare Awards

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The 69th Filmfare Awards witnessed the crowning of the legendary Shabana Azmi as the Best Supporting Actor (Female) for her mesmerizing portrayal in ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’. The star-studded ceremony unfolded in the vibrant city of Gandhinagar, Gujarat, leaving the audience in awe of the cinematic brilliance on display.

Directed by the talented Karan Johar, ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy family drama that stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt as a couple navigating the intricacies of love and familial ties. Shabana Azmi, playing the role of Alia Bhatt’s grandmother, delivered a performance that resonated with both critics and audiences alike.

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The film revolves around Rocky Randhawa, portrayed by Ranveer Singh, a vivacious Punjabi businessman, and Rani Chatterjee, played by Alia Bhatt, a spirited Bengali journalist. Despite their diverse backgrounds and familial objections, the couple embarks on a journey of love, deciding to spend three months living with each other’s families before taking the plunge into matrimony.

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A noteworthy element of the film is a poignant kissing scene between industry veterans Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi, which added a unique touch to the narrative and became a highlight for many viewers.

Karan Johar’s directorial masterpiece, ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’, secured an impressive 18 nominations across various categories at the Filmfare Awards, including Best Director, Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male), and Best Actor in a Leading Role (Female).

As the spotlight shines brightly on her achievement, Azmi continues to captivate audiences with her acting prowess. Looking ahead, the acclaimed actor is set to grace the silver screen once again in Manish Malhotra’s ‘Bun Tikki’, where she will share the screen with veteran actor Zeenat Aman and Abhay Deol.

The 69th Filmfare Awards stand as a testament to the extraordinary talent and creativity within the Indian film industry, with Shabana Azmi’s triumph adding another golden feather to the cap of this celebrated event.

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