At the recent Zee Cine Awards, Shah Rukh Khan’s 2023 blockbuster Jawan director Atlee Kumar bagged the best director award for Jawan which also starred Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi in vital roles alongside Khan playing the leading role.
In a social media video that went viral, Atlee is seen touching Khan’s feet as soon as his name was announced on stage. Atlee was honoured by Rani Mukerji for his blockbuster film Jawan.
Jawan released in theatres on September 7 and recorded a lifetime collection of Rs.643.87 crores in India and Rs. 1148.32 crores worldwide. The film also saw Deepika Padukone in a special appearance with an ensemble of cast including Priya Mani, Sanya Malhotra, Sanjay Dutt and Ridhi Dogra among others in supporting cast.