Sanjay Mishra Wins National Award for Best Supporting Actor for Bhakshak

Veteran actor Sanjay Mishra has been honoured with the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his acclaimed performance in Netflix’s Bhakshak, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment.

Spanning a career of 31 years and more than 150 films, Sanjay Mishra has established himself as one of Indian cinema’s most respected and versatile actors. From critically acclaimed performances to beloved commercial entertainers, he has consistently won audiences over with his effortless screen presence and remarkable range. His portrayal in Bhakshak was widely appreciated by both critics and viewers, making this National Award a fitting recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema.

Reacting to the honour, Sanjay Mishra said:

“Natmastak hoon. National Award milna mere liye bahut bada samman hai. Jury ka aur is faisle se jude har vyakti ka dil se aabhari hoon.

Sabse pehla khayal Pitaji ka aaya. Woh Press Information Bureau mein kaam karte the. Aaj National Award ki khabar bhi sabse pehle Press Information Bureau se hi mili. Yeh baat dil ko chhoo gayi.

For over three decades, I have simply tried to be honest to every character that came my way. This honour belongs as much to the directors, producers, writers, technicians and fellow actors I have had the privilege of working with as it does to the audience, who have embraced my work with so much love over the years. I remain deeply grateful.”

The National Award marks another defining milestone in Sanjay Mishra’s extraordinary journey, celebrating an actor whose commitment to meaningful storytelling has remained unwavering for over three decades.