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List Of Indian Actors With Most National Awards: The National Film Awards are one of the most prominent awards in Indian cinema, honouring exceptional work by actors, directors and artists nationwide. Many iconic actors have won this award over the years for their impactful and memorable on-screen roles. The honours demonstrate the genuine brilliance of Indian talent, from the versatile Kamal Haasan and Mohanlal in the South to Bollywood mainstays like Amitabh Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. An actor's depth, commitment and influence on the film industry are just as important as their level of fame.

It's interesting to know that some celebrities have routinely won numerous awards, while others have just recently reached this milestone for the first time. With the most National Film Awards as of 2025, Prakash Raj, Shabana Azmi, Mohanlal and Kamal Haasan are in first place, followed closely by Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, Kangana Ranaut, Manoj Bajpayee and Dhanush. This list exemplifies the range of acting talent that keeps Indian cinema shining around the world.

Shah Rukh Khan And Rani Mukerji Win Their First National Film Awards

list of indian actors with most national film awards (1)SRK and Rani Mukerji Win Their First National Film Awards (Image: PIB/X)

This year’s National Film Awards also brought special joy for Bollywood fans as Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji won their first-ever National Awards. Apart from SRK and Rani, Vikrant Massey and Karan Johar also received the National Film Award 2025. Shah Rukh, often called the “King of Bollywood,” received this honour after decades of unmatched contributions to cinema, proving his versatility beyond stardom. Rani Mukerji, celebrated for her powerful screen presence and impactful roles, finally bagged her first National Award, adding another feather to her illustrious career. 

Vikrant Massey, known for his natural and heartfelt performances, is recognised for bringing realism and depth to his roles. While KaKaranohar won his 4th National Film Award for Rocky and Rani Ki prPrem Kahaninder as the most popular film category. Their wins symbolise a new chapter in Indian cinema, where both seasoned stars and new-age actors are equally celebrated for their craft.


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List Of Indian Actors With the Most National Film Awards 

Here is the list of actors with the most national film awards. Also know the category and films for which they won the awards;

Indian Actors with the Most National Film Awards (as of 2025)

Actor No. of Awards Year Film Category
Prakash Raj 5 1997 Iruvar Best Supporting Actor
    1998 Anthapuram Special Mention
    2002 Dhaya Special Jury Award
    2007 Kanchivaram Best Actor
    2010 Puttakkana Highway Best Feature Film in Kannada (Producer)
Shabana Azmi 5 1975 Ankur Best Actress
    1983 Arth Best Actress
    1984 Khandhar Best Actress
    1985 Paar Best Actress
    1999 Godmother Best Actress
Kamal Haasan 5 1960 Kalathur Kannamma Best Child Artist
    1982 Moondram Pirai Best Actor
    1987 Nayakan Best Actor
    1992 Thevar Magan Best Feature Film in Tamil (Producer)
    1996 Indian Best Actor
Mohanlal 5 1991 Bharatham Best Actor
    1999 Vanaprastham Best Actor
    1999 Vanaprastham Best Feature Film (Producer)
    2017 Janatha Garage, Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol, Pulimurugan Special Jury Award
    2020 Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham Best Feature Film (Producer)
Kangana Ranaut 4 2009 Fashion Best Supporting Actress
    2014 Queen Best Actress
    2015 Tanu Weds Manu Returns Best Actress
    2019 Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, Panga Best Actress
Amitabh Bachchan 4 1990 Agneepath Best Actor
    2005 Black Best Actor
    2009 Paa Best Actor
    2015 Piku Best Actor
Ajay Devgn 4 1998 Zakhm Best Actor
    2002 The Legend of Bhagat Singh Best Actor
    2020 Tanhaji Best Actor
    2020 Tanhaji Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment (Producer)
Dhanush 4 2011 Aadukalam Best Actor
    2014 Kaaka Muttai Best Children's Film (Co-producer)
    2015 Visaranai Best Feature Film in Tamil (Co-producer)
    2019 Asuran Best Actor
Manoj Bajpayee 4 1998 Satya Best Supporting Actor
    2003 Pinjar Special Jury Award
    2020 Bhonsle Best Actor
    2024 Gulmohar Special Mention
Mithun Chakraborty 3 1976 Mrigayaa Best Actor
    1992 Tahader Katha Best Actor
    1998 Swami Vivekananda Best Supporting Actor
Mammootty 3 1989 Mathilukal, Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha Best Actor
    1993 Vidheyan, Ponthan Mada Best Actor
    1997 Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Best Actor
Naseeruddin Shah 3 1979 Sparsh Best Actor
    1984 Paar Best Actor
    2005 Iqbal Special Jury Award
Sanjeev Kumar 2 1970 Dastak Best Actor
    1972 Koshish Best Actor
Om Puri 2 1981 Arohan Best Actor
    1983 Ardh Satya Best Actor
Pankaj Tripathi 2 2017 Newton Special Mention
    2021 Mimi Best Supporting Actor
Akshay Kumar 2 2016 Rustom Best Actor
    2018 Pad Man Best Film on Other Social Issues (Producer)



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The National Film Awards continue to stand as the highest recognition of talent and artistry in Indian cinema. These achievements not only honour individual brilliance but also celebrate the power of cinema in uniting audiences with stories that touch hearts and inspire minds. As of 2025, the list of most-awarded actors reflects both the glorious past and the promising future of the Indian film industry.