In pics: Major takeaways from 68th National Film Awards 2022 ceremony

South Superstar Suriya's 'Soorarai Pottru' bagged all the major accolades at the 68th edition of National Film Awards. Helmed by Sudha Kongara, the critically praised film, which was also India's official entry to Oscars 2021 in the Best International Film category. On Friday, Suriya was honoured with the coveted award from the President of India Draupadi Murmu. 

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Ajay Devgn received his third National Film Award at the ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, India. Devgn was honoured with the National Award for Best Actor for their outstanding work in 'Tanhaji'. 

Veteran actress Asha Parekh was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest recognition in the field of Indian cinema, during the National Film Award ceremony held in New Delhi, today. 

After receiving the award from the President of India, the legendary actress expressed her gratitude to the government of India. She said, as per India Today, "I am grateful to receive this award just one day before my 80th birthday. This is the best honour I could get from the Government of India. I would like to thank the jury, I have been in the industry for the last 60 years and still continue to be attached in my own way."

Tamil film 'Soorarai Pottru' lead star Aparna Murali received the Best Actress award. The actress was looking stunning in the purple saree at the event held in New Delhi, India

Ajay Devgn and Suriya, both the stars were honoured with the Best Actor award. After the ceremony, Devgn shared a picture with Suriya and expressed his gratitude for the actor, ''It was fantastic to share time with my esteemed colleague & fellow best actor award winner. Deeply respect his talent & love his movies.''