Vadodara, Sept. 21 -- Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda arrived at the Vadodara Airport to attend the 72nd edition of the National Film Awards, which will take place at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, on Tuesday for the first time.

Randeep Hooda will receive the National Film Award for Best Debut Film of a Director for his biographical drama film 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.'

Talking to the media at the airport, Randeep Hooda said, "This is my first National Award. I am very grateful to be a part of these awards."

After the National Film Award's announcement in July, Randeep Hooda expressed his gratitude for the win.

"Being announced as the winner of the National Award for Best Debut Director for Swatantryaveer Savarkar is a moment I'm still trying to...