The Megastar Strikes Gold Again: Mammootty Secures Another Historic National Film Award
The Megastar Strikes Gold Again: Mammootty Secures Another Historic National Film Award
With his captivating performance in Bramayugam, the Indian cinema icon seals his fourth Best Actor National Award, cementing an unmatched legacy of artistic brilliance.
A Historic Triumph at the 72nd National Film Awards
In an announcement that sent waves of celebration across the Indian film fraternity, veteran superstar Mammootty secured his fourth National Film Award for Best Actor. Recognized at the 72nd National Film Awards for his spine-chilling performance as Kodumon Potti in the black-and-white folk horror masterpiece Bramayugam (2024), Mammootty has once again proven why he is widely regarded as one of Indian cinema's ultimate screen titans.
This historic win equals the record for the most National Film Awards for Best Actor, putting Mammootty side-by-side with legendary icon Amitabh Bachchan. Coming 28 years after his previous National Best Actor triumph, this accolade stands as a testament to an actor who refuses to rest on his laurels, consistently reinventing himself across generations.
Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, Bramayugam saw Mammootty abandon all traditional star heroism to step into the dark, sinister shoes of a feudal lord bound by ancient witchcraft. Critics and audiences worldwide hailed the performance as a masterwork, culminating in a well-deserved recognition from the national jury.
The Golden Quartet: Mammootty's National Award Journey
Over a career spanning more than five decades, Mammootty's journey at the National Film Awards has been marked by performances that redefined cinematic excellence. Here is the breakdown of his historic wins:
Mammootty clinched his maiden National Award for two radically different portrayals: the introspective political prisoner Vaikom Muhammad Basheer in Adoor Gopalakrishnan's Mathilukal and the misunderstood warrior Chandu Chekavar in Hariharan's epic Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha.
His second award arrived for two contrasting masterclasses in acting: the tyrannical, abusive landlord Bhaskar Patel in Vidheyan and the fragile, outcast bond-laborer Mada in T.V. Chandran's Ponthan Mada.
Transcending linguistic boundaries, Mammootty delivered an iconic, life-like biographical portrayal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in Jabbar Patel's English-language biopic, earning immense praise nationwide and securing his third National Award.
Returning to the top step after 28 years, his portrayal of the sinister Kodumon Potti in the monochrome horror-mystery Bramayugam bagged him his historic fourth National Award for Best Actor.
Why 'Bramayugam' Stood Out
In an era dominated by CGI-heavy action blockbusters and commercial spectacles, Bramayugam took a bold detour. Shot entirely in monochrome (black and white) and set inside a decaying feudal mansion (Mana), the film depended heavily on intensity, character depth, and atmospheric tension.
Mammootty's character, Kodumon Potti, shifts seamlessly between eerie hospitality and terrifying tyranny. His vocal modulation, menacing laugh, and commanding physical presence anchored the entire narrative. The victory stands as a celebrated moment for artistic risk-taking in Indian cinema.
A Landmark Year in an Illustrious Career
This National Award win capped off an incredible phase for Mammootty. Earlier in 2026, the veteran star was conferred with the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian honor, celebrating his half-century of contributions to art and culture.
From experimental indie projects like Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam and Kaathal - The Core to dark folklore in Bramayugam, Mammootty continues to push cinematic boundaries, proving that age is merely a number when fueled by passion.
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