National Film Award For Best Children's Film - Winners

For a film with which a quiet realism evokes the fascination and mystery of the jungle; for its mature emphasis on the harmonious relationship between man and nature; for the personal empathy portrayed between a child and creatures of the forest; for a story of lyrical charm and gripping adventure which educates even as it entertains children and grown-ups alike.

For the wit and craftsmanship used to synthesise a child's world of fantasy with an adult story of crime and detection.

For its lively and lyrical description of a world seen through the eyes of a boy.

For exploring man's cruelty to and exploitation of animals and, through an interesting story, inculcating in the minds of children the love of animals.

For the delightful recreation of childhood and growing up in an Indian village during the freedom movement.

For endearing and hilarious picturisation which promotes a sense of adventure among children.

For its involvement of children in the fight for preservation of wildlife in the exotically shot isle of Mauritius.

For the way in which it establishes the conflict between a child's instinctive love for a wild animal and the reality of man-animal relationships in the modern world, along with the resolution of that conflict.

For its outstanding qualities as a film that entertains children and adults alike.

For its gentle handling of a child who has exciting adventures in his own social dream world.

For its subtle and delicate exposition of the growing-up process from childhood to adolescence through the use of myths and striking visuals.

For a simple but effective tale of a middle class Kerala family told through the experiences and dreams of a young boy.

For an entertaining film advocating humane love between a child and a ghost advocating a rational outlook to life.

For its refreshing approach to the subject and in bringing out the impact of urban insensitivity from a child's point of view leading to a memorable finale.

For charming story of a simpleton who keeps his word given to a child.

For presenting the classical Indian epic in an entertaining narrative style with child actors playing all the legendary characters with ease and verve. The film provides an opportunity for children to keep in touch with the country's cultural heritage.

For weaving an enchanting tale that can be enjoyed by children of all ages and drawing memorable performances from its large cast of characters.

For stressing the sportsmanship of a small town coach who supports, without any bias, the raw talent of an underprivileged aspirant with no education and with a social stigma.

For depicting, through the eyes of a child love and respect for our mother tongue and culture tackling many social issues pertaining to education, agriculture and general empowerment, for a civic society.

For its poignant, portrayal of the maturing of a young mind.

For showing how a child brings down the boundaries and barriers created by adults.

The film is phantasanagonic story of a boy whose dreams start coming true suddenly. All hell breaks loose when a Nautanki comes to village to play Mahabharata and suddenly its story changes. The warring Kaurvas and Pandavas bury their differences and become friends even before the war has begun.

For its poetic and visually stunning interpretation of a story highlighting the values of selflessness and compassion.

For articulating the burning desire for education in a slumdweller. The issue is particularly relevant, as the film is directed by a nine-year-old boy.

For unfolding a magic world of images and sound to a talented young child by highlighting the milestones of cinema history in a lucid manner.

For imaginative portrayal of a magic world that exists in the minds of children.

For the novel idea of empowering children to work as a Panchayat to combat alcoholism that destroys their future.

For the sensitivity that explores the lonely world of a specially enabled child and the inability of adults to recognise the genius in him.

A little girl cheerfully takes on the challenge to preserve the fabric of her family.

For its skilful mediation on complex issues related to political corruption, media, child labour, and love for animals via an adorable group of children located in an apartment block of Mumbai. The director playfully and innovatively moves towards instilling a sense of responsibility and values both amongst children and adults. The result is a rare film that addresses our contemporary times with humour, wit, innocence and intelligence.

The attraction of a travelling circus in a rural ambiance and the travails of a housewife with two children wanting to view the circus. A compelling, yet entertaining children's film.