The 2025 Filmfare Awards celebrated cinematic excellence on a grand scale. This year, the event was held at the EKA Arena, Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad. The star-studded night was hosted by legendary actors Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul. With live performances from prominent stars, the atmosphere was electric.
Laapataa Ladies Achieves Historic Success
The standout film of the night was Laapataa Ladies, which made history by securing a record 13 awards. This achievement matched the previous record set by Gully Boy. The film garnered significant recognition across multiple categories.
Major Award Winners
- Best Film: Laapataa Ladies
- Best Actor in Leading Role Male: Abhishek Bachchan (I Want To Talk) & Kartik Aaryan (Chandu Champion)
- Best Actress in Leading Role Female: Alia Bhatt (Jigra)
- Best Director: Kiran Rao (Laapataa Ladies)
- Critics’ Award for Best Film: I Want to Talk (Shoojit Sircar)
Notable Recognitions
Laapataa Ladies also excelled in individual categories:
- Critics’ Awards for Best Actor Female: Pratibha Rannta (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Supporting Actor Female: Chhaya Kadam (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Supporting Actor Male: Ravi Kishan (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Debut Actor Female: Nitanshi Goel (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Music Album: Ram Sampath (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Lyrics: Prashant Pandey (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Background Score: Ram Sampath (Laapataa Ladies)
Special Awards
| Award | Recipient |
|---|---|
| Lifetime Achievement Award | Zeenat Aman & Shyam Benegal (Posthumously) |
| RD Burman Award for Upcoming Talent in Music | Achint Thakkar (Jigra, Mr & Mrs Mahi) |
This year’s Filmfare Awards showcased not just talent, but also the enduring brilliance of Indian cinema. Laapataa Ladies shone brightly among its peers, reaffirming its place in cinematic history. As the industry continues to evolve, such remarkable achievements only enhance the anticipation for future awards.
