The film Kutch Express has been a critical success, bagging three National Awards, including Best Costume Design. Published: August 20, 2024 3:22 PM IST By The winners of the 70th National Film Awards were announced on August 16 by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting at a press conference in New Delhi. These prestigious awards celebrate the finest films and cinematic achievements of 2022.

Among the honorees is , a renowned costume designer from Gujarat, who received the National Award for Best Costume Design for her remarkable work on the film This award highlights her exceptional skill in creating costumes that not only enrich the visual storytelling but also strengthen the audience’s emotional engagement with the characters and the narrative. The film has been a critical success, bagging three National Awards, including Best Costume Design. Niki Joshi’s contribution was pivotal in creating the authentic and visually captivating world of the film, which has resonated with audiences and critics alike.

Her work on the film involved extensive research into the traditional attire of the Kutch region, allowing her to design costumes that were both culturally accurate and cinematically appealing. Gujarat’s Chief Minister, Bhupendra Patel, personally congratulated the team for their achievements. The National Award for Best Costume Design marks a significant milestone in her career.

As Niki Joshi continues to work on new projects, her National Award win serves as an .