Article 370 has emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 72nd National Film Awards, securing three prestigious honours. The political action thriller won Best Feature Film, Best Actress for Yami Gautam Dhar, and Best Music Direction (Songs) for composer Shashwat Sachdev.
Released in February 2024, the film not only performed well at the box office but also received widespread appreciation for its storytelling, performances, and direction. Here’s a closer look at the people behind the award-winning project.
Aditya Suhas Jambhale Makes a Strong Directorial Debut
Article 370 marked the feature film directorial debut of Aditya Suhas Jambhale. His gripping narrative and realistic approach to the subject earned praise from both critics and audiences. The filmmaker also received the Filmfare Award for Best Debut Director, making his first feature film a memorable success.
Aditya Dhar Played Multiple Roles Behind the Scenes
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar, known for directing Uri: The Surgical Strike, was one of the producers and also co-wrote the film’s story and screenplay.
The story was developed by Aditya Dhar, Monal Thaakar, Arjun Dhawan, and Aditya Suhas Jambhale. Earlier, Dhar and Thaakar were honoured with the Filmfare Award for Best Story for their work on the film.
The movie was jointly produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Aditya Dhar, and Lokesh Dhar under the banners of Jio Studios and B62 Studios.
Yami Gautam Dhar Delivers an Award-Winning Performance
Leading the film is Yami Gautam Dhar, who portrayed NIA officer Zooni Haksar. Her powerful performance earned her the National Film Award for Best Actress, adding another milestone to her career.
The supporting cast also received appreciation, with Priyamani playing PMO Joint Secretary Rajeshwari Swaminathan. The ensemble cast included Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Skand Thakur, Ashwini Kaul, Arun Govil, Kiran Karmarkar, Raj Arjun, Raj Zutshi, Divya Seth, Sumit Kaul, Mohan Agashe, and several other actors.
Shashwat Sachdev Wins for Music
Music composer Shashwat Sachdev received the National Film Award for Best Music Direction (Songs) for his work in Article 370.
The film’s soundtrack featured lyrics written by Osho Jain, Sudhanshu Saria, Kumaar, and Shashwat Sachdev. His music played an important role in enhancing the film’s emotional and dramatic moments.
What Is Article 370 About?
Inspired by the events surrounding the 2019 revocation of Article 370, the film tells the story of Zooni Haksar, an NIA officer assigned to eliminate terror threats while the Indian government prepares for one of the country’s most significant constitutional decisions.
Blending action, politics, and suspense, the film presents a fictional narrative against the backdrop of real historical events.
Box Office Success
Released in cinemas on February 23, 2024, Article 370 was reportedly produced on a budget of around ₹20 crore.
The film went on to earn more than ₹110 crore worldwide, making it one of the successful Hindi releases of the year. It was widely appreciated for its direction, engaging screenplay, and Yami Gautam Dhar’s performance.
72nd National Film Awards: Complete Wins for Article 370
At the 72nd National Film Awards, the film received the following honours:
- Best Feature Film
- Best Actress – Yami Gautam Dhar
- Best Music Direction (Songs) – Shashwat Sachdev
These victories further strengthened the film’s impressive awards journey, following its recognition at the Filmfare Awards and positive response from audiences across the country.
