Sooraj Barjatya won the National Film Award for Best Director for "Uunchai" at the 70th edition of the awards. Neena Gupta also won Best Supporting Actress.

Barjatya compared the joy of this win to his 1994 classic "Hum Aapke Hain Koun...!" which also received a National Award.

He expressed deep gratitude, noting that his joy is now more internal and that his journey as a filmmaker continues.

The film marked his return after seven years and was made during the 75th anniversary of Rajshri Productions.

Barjatya dedicated the award to Rajshri Productions and his family, acknowledging their lasting influence.