12th National Film Awards

The 12th National Film Awards, presented by the Directorate of Film Festivals in India, honored the outstanding achievements in Indian cinema for the year 1964. The ceremony took place in 1965, recognizing excellence across various categories including feature and non-feature films, with a focus on regional diversity and innovation in filmmaking. The awards aimed to promote and celebrate the artistic and technical merits of Indian filmmakers, actors, and technicians. Notably, the Best Feature Film award was conferred upon Duniya Na Mane, while The Rains Came received the Best Non-Feature Film award. The event reinforced the importance of national recognition in the evolution of Indian cinema and cultural storytelling.