Nithya Menen Wins First National Award, Set to Reunite with Dhanush for Upcoming Film “Idly Kadal”

The acclaimed actress receives the National Award for her role in Thiruchitrambalam and announces her collaboration with Dhanush in his fourth directorial venture.

Popular South Indian actress Nithya Menen has won the prestigious National Award for Best Actress for her exceptional performance in the 2022 Tamil film Thiruchitrambalam, where she starred alongside Dhanush. Yesterday, on October 8, the President of India presented the award to Menen during a grand ceremony.

Following the event, Nithya Menen expressed her elation in a media interaction, stating that receiving her first National Award is a moment of immense pride. She credited her win to her ability to portray characters with authenticity and depth, which resonated with both the audience and critics. Menen dedicated the award to the entire Thiruchitrambalam team, recognizing the importance of collective effort in the film’s success.

In addition to celebrating her win, Menen revealed exciting news for her fans: she will once again collaborate with Dhanush on Idly Kadal, marking his fourth directorial project. The duo’s on-screen chemistry in Thiruchitrambalam was widely appreciated, and their reunion is highly anticipated.

Thiruchitrambalam, directed by Mithran Jawahar, featured an ensemble cast including Prakash Raj, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Raashi Khanna. The romantic drama, which explored the relationship between two lifelong friends who eventually realize their love for each other, struck a chord with audiences across the board. Anirudh Ravichander’s soundtrack for the film marked his return to scoring for Dhanush, further adding to its appeal. The 2022 release was a box office hit, grossing nearly Rs 110 crore.