Johar posted photos, which included one with Rani Mukerji who was honoured with Best Actress honour at the 71st National Film Award ceremony, on Instagram. Johar also gave a shoutout to Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, the lead actors of "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani". This is Johar's third national award in a row and his fourth one overall. The moment marks a full circle for Johar who was nominated in the same category for his directorial debut, "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai". "Whenever we get a national award, I feel like I have done something right to win over hearts, the audience, the jury and to reach this stage.