On 23 September 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the 71st National Film Awards for the year 2023 in New Delhi.
- Dadasaheb Phalke Award: Mohanlal (for his legendary contribution to Indian cinema).
- Best Feature Film: 12th Fail (Hindi).
- Best Hindi Feature Film: Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery.
- Best Actor: Shah Rukh Khan (Jawan) and Vikrant Massey (12th Fail).
- Best Actress: Rani Mukerji (Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway).
- Best Director: Sudipto Sen (The Kerala Story).
- Best Popular Film: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.
- Best Female Playback Singer: Shilpa Rao (Jawan).
- Best Male Playback Singer: PVNS Rohit (Baby – Telugu).
- Best Non-Feature Film: Mau: The Spirit Dreams of Cheraw (Mizo).
