The 71st National Film Awards turned into a star-studded celebration on September 24, 2025, as Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, and Karan Johar not only bagged top honours but also shared a memorable evening at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Shah Rukh Khan received his first National Award for Best Actor for Jawan, Rani Mukerji was honoured with Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, and Karan Johar earned recognition for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.

After the prestigious ceremony, the trio attended a special dinner hosted at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where a candid photo of them together quickly went viral. Fans flooded social media, celebrating the historic moment that brought three of Bollywood’s most loved personalities into one frame.

The evening was not just about awards but also about camaraderie, pride, and the cultural prestige of Indian cinema. The viral image has since become a symbol of Bollywood’s presence at one of India’s most respected institutions.