Vamsi Paidipally, Dil Raju Receive National Award For Maharshi

The 67th National Film awards were presented by Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday morning in the National Capital Delhi.

Making the Telugu industry proud, Maharshi starring Mahesh Babu and Jersey featuring Nani won two National Awards each.

Maharshi won awards in Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and Best Choreography for Raju Sundaram.

Director Vamsi Paidipally and producer Dil Raju have received the awards from Venkaiah Naidu and this is a very special moment for the team which has made an emotional film with a strong message.

"We are truly honored to receive #NationalAward for #Maharshi as The Best Popular Film providing wholesome entertainment. We would like to thank @urstrulyMahesh & @directorvamshi. This wouldn’t have been possible without you," Sri Venkateswara Creations tweeted after receiving the award.

The director and producer duo are collaborating for a film with Tamil star Vijay.