The announcement of the 72nd National Film Awards brought an unforgettable moment of camaraderie and historical cinematic milestones to the forefront of Indian cinema. Malayalam megastar Mammootty secured his fourth National Film Award for Best Actor for his bone-chilling performance in the 2024 horror feature Bramayugam, placing him in an elite tie with Amitabh Bachchan for the highest number of Best Actor wins in the history of the awards. Following this monumental victory, Tamil cinema legend Kamal Haasan took to social media to congratulate his longtime peer while cheekily reminding him of a decades-old lighthearted promise. Kamal Haasan shared an affectionate note recalling how Mammootty had once confidently stated that he would eventually overtake him in terms of National Awards, adding that the Mollywood superstar has proven to be a man of his word.
The friendly banter between the two icons highlights the rich history they share as pillars of South Indian cinema, each pushing the boundaries of acting for over four decades. While Kamal Haasan holds a total of five National Awards across various filmmaking categories—including Best Child Artist for Kalathur Kannamma and Best Feature Film as a producer for Thevar Magan—he has specifically won the Best Actor trophy three times for his performances in Moondram Pirai, Nayakan, and Indian. By clinching his fourth Best Actor honor, Mammootty has officially surpassed Kamal Haasan’s tally in the leading actor category. Mammootty’s previous historic Best Actor wins include his double performance in Mathilukal and Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, followed by Ponthan Mada and Vidheyan, and his acclaimed portrayal in Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar.
Responding with typical grace and humility, Mammootty expressed his deep gratitude to the Ulaganayagan, stating that he felt truly humbled by the words and adding that the Tamil star was being far too modest. In Bramayugam, directed by Rahul Sadasivan, Mammootty left audiences and critics spellbound by playing a shape-shifting Chathan disguised as the mysterious sorcerer Kodumon Potti. Kamal Haasan, who also extended his warmest wishes to the entire team of Kalki 2898 AD for their respective victories at the prestigious event, celebrated Mammootty’s continuous pursuit of artistic excellence. This public exchange of mutual respect and nostalgic humor has deeply touched millions of movie enthusiasts across the nation, serving as a beautiful reminder of the enduring bond shared by the greatest legends of Indian cinema.
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