Star couple Suriya and Jyothika at the National Film Awards. Suriya won the best actor for his performance in the film Soorarai Protr. This film directed by Sudha Konkara also won the best film award.
Jyothika received the award as the producer of the film. The film is produced by 2D Entertainment owned by Suriya and Jyothika.
The footage of the duo receiving the award from President Draupadi Murmurvi on their phones has gone viral on social media. After receiving the award, the star couple also shared pictures of their children Diya and Dev wearing the awards around their necks. Jyothika shared the pictures and wrote that she feels proud and blessed at the same time.
Surarai Potter bagged five awards at the 68th National Awards. The film won awards for Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Screenplay and Best Background Music.