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It was a huge day for close friends Rani Mukerji and Vaibhavi Merchant at the National Film Awards. While Rani won Best Actress, Vaibhavi took home the honor for Best Choreography. Rani was spotted beaming with pride and capturing the special moment on her phone as her friend received the award from the President. This win is especially meaningful for Vaibhavi, as it comes 25 years after her first National Award.

Key Points: Rani Mukerji Captures Vaibhavi Merchant National Film Award Win

  • Vaibhavi Merchant won for choreographing 'Dhindhora Baje Re' from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
  • Rani Mukerji won Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway
  • This marks Vaibhavi's second National Award after 1999's Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
  • The friends have long been each other's biggest supporters and cheerleaders
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Vaibhavi Merchant wins National Film Award for Best Choreography, friend Rani Mukerji captures this special moment on her phone

BFFs Rani Mukerji and Vaibhavi Merchant celebrate National Film Award wins, with Rani filming Vaibhavi's Best Choreography honor for 'Dhindhora Baje Re'.

"Today is an extremely special day... I am truly overwhelmed and beyond words - Vaibhavi Merchant"

New Delhi, September 23

It's a special day for BFFs Rani Mukerji and Vaibhavi Merchant as both bagged National Film Awards in their respective fields.

While Rani won the Best Actor Award for her performance in 'Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway', Vaibhavi received the special honour for Best Choreography for 'Dhindhora Baje Re' song from Karan Johar's directorial 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'.

The two have always been each other's strongest cheerleaders. And on Tuesday, as Vaibhavi stepped onto the stage at Vigyan Bhawan to receive the award from President Droupadi Murmu, Rani, beaming with pride, couldn't resist capturing the special moment on her phone.

Take a look at the adorable moment here

https://www.instagram.com/p/DO8fFVukR9h/?hl=en

The National Film Award winners were announced in August.

Earlier in August, Vaibhavi expressed her emotions via an Instagram note filled with gratitude.

""Today is an extremely special day. As an artist, there is no greater honour than being recognised by the government - when they value and celebrate your art. To receive the National Award for Dhindora Baje Re, 25 years after Dholi Taro Dhol Baaje, I am truly overwhelmed and beyond words," she wrote at the beginning of her post.

"My heartfelt gratitude to the man who made it all possible, Karan Johar, for bringing Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani to life and giving me the chance to be part of something so meaningful," she added.

Vaibhavi won her first National Film Award for Best Choreography for the song "Dholi Taaro Dhol Baaje" from the 1999 film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.

- ANI

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Rohit P
️ Both awards are well-earned! Rani's performance in Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway was powerful, and Vaibhavi's choreography in Rocky Aur Rani was exceptional. Great to see women supporting women in the industry!
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Sarah B
As someone who follows Indian cinema from abroad, I'm always impressed by the choreography. Vaibhavi's work blends traditional and modern so beautifully. Congratulations to both talented women!
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Arjun K
️ While I appreciate the recognition, I feel there were other choreographers this year who deserved consideration too. But Vaibhavi's work is undoubtedly iconic, especially spanning from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam to now.
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Kavya N
️ 25 years between two National Awards! That's what we call consistency and evolution. Dholi Taro to Dhindhora Baje - both timeless classics. Vaibhavi Merchant is truly the queen of choreography!
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Michael C
The friendship between Rani and Vaibhavi is so genuine. In an industry known for competition, it's refreshing to see such supportive relationships. Both winners celebrating each other's success is heartwarming.

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