Sayali, Siddharth raise a cheer as their Marathi movies corner National Awards

Actress Sayali Sanjeev is excited because 'Goshta Eka Paithanichi', in which she plays a lead role, has bagged the Best Marathi Film award.

The 68th National Film Awards for 2020 were announced on Friday (July 22) with 'Soorarai Pottru' (Tamil) getting the Best Feature Film award. The award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment went to Ajay Devgn's 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior'.

Elated at the award announced for her Marathi film, Sayali said: "It is the highest honour to receive the national award for our film. It was the most challenging yet liberating role of my life and I am delighted that the film has made its mark even before its release."

The Suhrud Godbole directorial 'June' featuring Nehha Pendse and Siddharth Menon as the leads got a special mention.