Shoojit Sircar reacts to buzz around ‘The Kerala Story’ and Shah Rukh Khan’s National Award wins: ‘You can’t question…’

The 71st National Film Awards sparked debate, particularly regarding ‘The Kerala Story’ winning for direction and cinematography. Jury chair Ashutosh Gowariker defended the choices, praising the film’s realistic cinematography and clear conveyance of a difficult topic. Shah Rukh Khan’s first National Award for Best Actor in ‘Jawan’ marked a significant career achievement.