It’s about what the wins *mean*. Article 370, a film many expected to be controversial, just swept Best Feature Film and Best Background Music. Yami Gautam took Best Actress; but here’s the twist: she’s not known for heavy drama. This win may signal a shift in how the jury values acting over star power. Meanwhile, Kartik Aaryan shared Best Actor with veteran Mammootty; a generational crossover that quietly says: merit still matters. Behind the glamour, the big story is regional cinema winning big. Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali; all got top awards. Even a Marathi short film won Best Short Film. This year, India’s film diversity didn’t just get a seat at the table; it got the crown. And if you’re wondering why Kalki 2898 AD won for ‘Wholesome Entertainment’; let’s just say, even sci-fi can be family-friendly. These aren’t just trophies. They’re signals. Signals that the future of Indian cinema isn’t just in Mumbai; it’s in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and beyond. The biggest winner? Indian storytelling.