Lesser Known Facts About Mimi- Movie For Which Kriti Sanon Won Best Actress At National Film Awards 2023

National Film Awards 2023: Kriti Sanon has all the reasons to rejoice as she has bagged her first National Film Award for her impressive performance in Mimi. The film, which earned rave reviews from the critics, turned out to be a career milestone for her. The tinsel town diva won the Best Actress Award for the movie, sharing it with Alia Bhatt who won for Gangubai Kathiawadi.

"I am too excited, almost emotional. I cannot believe this has happened. It is a big moment for me and my entire family. Mimi has been a very very special film and to get the most prestigious award, the National Award for it, I just cannot thank the Jury enough for actually believing that my performance deserved this award," Kriti Sanon said in a statement after winning the award.

Grab a bowl of popcorn and start the reading session to know lesser-known facts about Mimi.

Kriti Sanon's Mimi Lesser Known Facts

• Kriti Sanon's role in the movie 'Mimi' is a significant milestone in her career.
• The film is a remake of the Marathi film 'Mala Aai Vhhaychy!' and revolves around the concept of surrogacy.
• Kriti played the titular character Mimi, a young woman who agrees to become a surrogate mother for an American couple.
• Kriti underwent extensive research and met with real-life surrogates to understand their emotions and experiences.
• She gained about 15 kilograms (33 pounds) for her portrayal of Mimi to accurately depict the journey of pregnancy.
• Kriti went through rigorous workshops to learn the nuances of becoming pregnant and going through childbirth.
• She also learned Rajasthani dialect as her character hails from Rajasthan in the film.
• 'Mimi' showcases Kriti's dedication towards portraying her character realistically and highlights her versatility as an actress.
• Her performance received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike.
• Through her meticulous preparation and heartfelt portrayal, she has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on viewers with this film.