The declaration of the 72nd National Film Awards for 2024 turned out to be a memorable day for Tamil cinema as ‘Maharaja’ bagged many honours. While stunt choreographer Anil Arasu: received by: National Award: for Best Action Direction, young actress Sachana Namidass bagged the Best Supporting Actress award for her moving performance in the film. Soon after the news became official, an emotional video of Sachana went viral online. Unable to hold back her tears, the actress thanked everyone who stood by her and shared how the prestigious recognition was more than anything she could have imagined.
Sachana was overcome with emotions
Speaking to reporters after the announcement, Sachana struggled to hide her emotions. “I never dreamed that I would receive a National Award. I am really happy at this moment,” he said. He also thanked the audience for accepting his work. “I sincerely thank everyone for the love they showed me. This honor belongs to my father, mother, and sister as much as it belongs to me. I am standing here today only because of their constant support,” he added.
Sachana’s tough road to success
Sachana also opened up about the tough road that took her to the National Award stage. “My father was a car driver, and my mother worked as a seamstress. I went to a government school, and we came from a middle-class family. There were times when we didn’t have money to pay my school fees. My sister and I studied with a scholarship,” she recalled. The actress revealed that even arranging Rs 500 was a struggle for the family on several occasions. “Even in those difficult days, my parents gave everything they could. They never stopped believing in me,” he said.
Sachana’s years of hard work have finally paid off
Recalling her journey, Sachana said her family visited countless production houses in search of even the slightest opportunity. “Since 2018, we have been moving from one production company to another, hoping that someone will give me a chance to act. Every rejection has taught me something. Now, this National Award feels like the reward for all the years of struggle and hard work,” he shared. Ending on an emotional note, the actress said, “More than me, my family is the happiest today.Her heartfelt words and inspiring journey inspired many and her National Award win was one of the most notable moments of this year’s awards.
