The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025, one of India’s most anticipated film celebrations, unfolded in grand style at EKA Arena, Ahmedabad, marking a spectacular tribute to Hindi cinema’s finest achievements of 2024. Presented in collaboration with Gujarat Tourism, the glittering night blended star-studded glamour, heartfelt emotions, and cinematic brilliance that enthralled viewers across the nation.
A highlight of the evening was the long-awaited return of Shah Rukh Khan as host after a remarkable 17-year hiatus. The superstar’s unmatched charm set the tone for the evening, joined by the ever-witty Karan Johar and dynamic entertainer Maniesh Paul. The trio’s effortless chemistry and humor kept the audience engaged throughout the ceremony.
Adding high-voltage energy to the night were breathtaking performances from Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday, and Siddhant Chaturvedi—with the latter two marking their Filmfare stage debuts.
This year, Laapataa Ladies stood out as the biggest winner, sweeping multiple accolades across top categories. The film not only earned critical acclaim but also won hearts with its compelling storytelling and powerful performances.
Filmfare Awards 2025 – Complete Winners List
- Best Actor (Male): Kartik Aaryan for Chandu Champion
- Best Actress (Female): Alia Bhatt for Jigra
- Best Film (Critics): I Want To Talk
- Best Actress (Critics): Pratibha Ranta for Laapataa Ladies
- Best Actor (Critics): Rajkummar Rao for Srikanth
- Best Male Debut: Lakshya for Kill
- Best Female Debut: Nitanshi Goel for Laapataa Ladies
- Best Debut Director: Kunal Kemmu (Madgaon Express) and Aditya Suhas Jambhale (Article 370)
- R.D. Burman Award for Upcoming Music Talent: Achint Thakkar (Jigra, Mr & Mrs Mahi)
- Best Playback Singer (Female): Madhubanti Bagchi for “Aaj Ki Raat”
- Best Playback Singer (Male): Arijit Singh for “Sajini”
- Best Lyrics: Prashant Pandey for “Sajini”
- Best Music Album: Ram Sampath for Laapataa Ladies
- Best Dialogue: Sneha Desai for Laapataa Ladies
- Best Story: Aditya Dhar & Monaal Thakar for Article 370
- Best Screenplay: Sneha Desai for Laapataa Ladies
- Best Supporting Actor (Female): Chhaya Kadam for Laapataa Ladies
- Best Supporting Actor (Male): Ravi Kishan for Laapataa Ladies
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Shyam Benegal
- Cine Icon Award: Karan Johar
With Laapataa Ladies dominating the winners’ board and Alia Bhatt’s powerful performance in Jigra taking center stage, the night belonged to the storytellers who pushed creative boundaries in 2024. The Filmfare Awards 2025 not only honored cinematic brilliance but also reaffirmed Bollywood’s enduring love affair with storytelling, performance, and artistry.
