The acting categories are expected to be the most talked about at the 72nd National Film Awards. Mammootty, Sivakarthikeyan, Vijay Sethupathi, Karthi and Sai Pallavi are among the names creating the most buzz ahead of the announcement.

An 11-member jury led by acclaimed filmmaker Jayaraj monitored the selection process. Jayaraj had previously served on the National Film Awards jury in 2012. After reviewing entries from across the country, the panel finalized this year’s winners.

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The National Film Awards will not be announced today, with government officials confirming to India Today that no such event was ever planned. Officials said winners could now be announced next week, with a formal date to be shared later. He also urged the public to avoid speculation and said an official update would be issued once the deadline is finalised.