Hyderabad, Oct 1 (NationPress) Director Prasanth Varma, whose superhero film 'HanuMan' achieved recognition in two categories at the 71st National Film Awards, has expressed heartfelt appreciation in a note where he emphasized that the awards serve as a reminder to "keep pouring our soul into every story we tell.">

In a recent post on his X timeline, Varma shared, "Receiving the National Awards is a moment of deep gratitude for me. HanuMan has been more than a film for us; it has been the beginning of an entire universe, built with love, faith, and strength we drew from all of you."

The film notably secured the National Award for Best Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics as well as Best Stunt Choreography.

He remarked, "Winning Best Film in AVGC and Best Stunt Choreography feels truly like a blessing, but more than that, it is a reminder to keep pouring our soul into every story we tell. At PVCU, we are working relentlessly, not just to give you movies, but to give you experiences. I promise you, each film will only grow bigger, better, and deeper with respect for the stories we tell."

The acclaimed director, who is the architect behind the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU), expressed gratitude to the audiences for their unwavering support.

He added, "Thank you for standing with us, for believing in us. HanuMan will always hold a special place in my filmography, and this moment only strengthens my love and determination for the journey ahead."

For those unfamiliar, HanuMan was a comprehensive entertainer that masterfully blended action, entertainment, and devotion. It marks the inaugural film in the now hugely popular Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe.

'HanuMan' featured lead performances by Teja Sajja and Amritha Aiyer, along with notable roles by actors Sarathkumar, Samuthirakani, Vinay Rai, and Vennela Kishore. The film's background score was composed by GowraHari and Anudeep Dev, with cinematography by Dasaradhi Sivendra.