Pranutan Bahl, granddaughter of legendary actress Nutan, wore a specially designed saree at the 70th Filmfare Awards that listed all her grandmother’s Filmfare-winning films. The gesture was a heartfelt tribute, honoring Nutan’s cinematic legacy and her own familial movie heritage.
In a touching tribute to her legendary grandmother, Nutan, actress Pranutan Bahl stole the spotlight at the 70th Filmfare Awards with her exquisite saree. The attire was no ordinary dress; it was a beautifully embroidered homage featuring the names of all six films for which Nutan received Filmfare Awards, including her iconic wins for ‘Seema,’ ‘Sujata,’ ‘Bandini,’ ‘Milan,’ ‘Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki,’ and ‘Meri Jung.’
Nutan, revered as one of Bollywood’s foremost actresses during India’s golden era of the 50s and 60s, set numerous records, including being the first actress to win six Filmfare Awards, five of them for Best Actress—a record that stood for over six decades. Pranutan’s gesture at the awards ceremony was a symbolic celebration of this remarkable legacy.
Expressing her deep emotional connection, Pranutan shared that she has always felt a sense of responsibility representing her grandmother’s legacy. The saree, embroidered with her grandmother’s most treasured films, symbolized her homage and her commitment to uphold the same dignity, professionalism, and grace that Nutan exemplified.
The moment was particularly poignant as Nutan was posthumously honored with the Cine Icon award, which was received by her son, veteran actor Mohnish Bahl, and Pranutan herself. For Pranutan, it wasn’t just about fashion but about paying her filial respects in a manner that the world could see—a tribute that transcended generations.
This act of homage resonated widely, with fans and industry insiders praising her heartfelt gesture. It reinforced her sentiments of continuing a cinematic legacy and living up to the towering standards set by her grandmother and parents.
Pranutan, who made her debut in 2019 with the film “Notebook,” has since built a steady career in Bollywood, with upcoming projects including a Hindi-English bilingual film “Coco & Nut.” Her tribute at the Filmfare Awards not only turned heads but also reignited conversations about honoring legacy in Indian cinema.
Sources: Hindustan Times, NDTV, Instagram, Times Now News, India TV News