Karan Johar and Sooraj Barjatya engage in candid conversation at National Awards Ceremony 2024 - See photo

Karan Johar and Sooraj Barjatya were spotted at the 2024 National Awards ceremony in New Delhi, sharing a lighthearted, candid chat that quickly went viral. The prestigious event also saw stars like Neena Gupta and Rishab Shetty in attendance, all gathered to receive their honours in a grand celebration.

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A trending video shows Karan Johar and Sooraj Barjatya smiling and chatting at the 2024 National Awards ceremony. Karan is there to celebrate Brahmastra Part One: Shiva, which won three awards—Best VFX, Best Music Director (Pritam), and Best Playback Singer Male (Arijit Singh). Meanwhile, Sooraj Barjatya won Best Director for Uunchai.



After winning the National Award, Ayan Mukerji expressed his happiness and gratitude for Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva's success. He said, "It’s a special day for us. I am deeply grateful for the recognition Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva has received at the National Awards. The music of the film holds a special place in all our hearts. Pritam Da’s compositions, coupled Amitabh’s lyrics and with Arijit’s voice, is something I feel so proud and grateful for! From the music to the visual effects, we poured a lot of love into making this film, and I thank the entire team for this fantastic collaborative effort which continues to give us so much love."



Uunchai features an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Danny Denzongpa, and Neena Gupta. The film tells the poignant story of a group of elderly friends who embark on a transformative journey to fulfill their late companion's final wish. Their adventure leads them to the breathtaking Himalayas, representing both physical and emotional challenges. Uunchai celebrates the indomitable human spirit, exploring themes of resilience, companionship, and the belief that age is no barrier to pursuing one’s dreams.