72nd National Film Awards: Mammootty, Allu Arjun, Sai Pallavi lead fan frenzy who will take home the big honours?

The anticipation for the 72nd National Film Awards has reached fever pitch, with fans across the country eagerly waiting for the official announcement expected later today. The awards will honour films certified in 2024, and social media has turned into a battleground of predictions, debates, and fan campaigns.

Among the biggest names dominating the online buzz is Mammootty, whose haunting performance in Bramayugam has made him one of the strongest contenders in the Best Actor category.

The Malayalam superstar’s role in the black-and-white horror drama has earned widespread critical acclaim, and many believe it could bring him another National Award. Social media has been flooded with posts like “All eyes on Mammootty” as fans rally behind him.

Another major name in the Best Actor race is Prithviraj Sukumaran, who has received praise for his intense and physically demanding role in The Goat Life. Fans have called his performance one of the most transformative of the year.

At the same time, Allu Arjun continues to command huge support. After winning the National Award for Pushpa: The Rise, many of his fans believe he could once again emerge as a major contender, especially with his growing pan-India popularity.

In the Best Actress conversation, Sai Pallavi has become one of the strongest fan favourites for her emotional performance in Amaran.

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Known for her performance-driven choices, Sai Pallavi’s portrayal has struck a chord with audiences, and her supporters have been vocal about her deserving a national honour this year.

The excitement goes beyond acting.

Big-ticket films like Kalki 2898 AD, Amaran, and Devara are also drawing strong fan support across multiple categories.

Fans of Kalki 2898 AD are hopeful the sci-fi spectacle will dominate the technical categories, while Amaran is being praised for both storytelling and performances. Meanwhile, supporters of Devara are pushing for the song Ayudha Pooja to win big in the music category.

This year’s awards have once again highlighted the growing strength of regional cinema, with audiences from Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi industries passionately backing their favourites.

With the jury, led by filmmaker Jayaraj, having completed the final selection process, the big reveal is now just hours away.

Will fan predictions turn into reality? Or will the National Awards spring a surprise?

India is waiting.