First edition of Gaddar Telangana Film Awards announced; Kalki 2898 AD selected as the best feature film
The first edition of the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards were announced on Thursday (May 29, 2025). 'Kalki 2898 AD' was selected as the best feature film, Allu Arjun as the best leading actor for the film 'Pushpa-2' and Nivetha Thomas as the best leading actress for '35 Chinna Katha Kadu'. 'Committee Kurrollu' was selected under the category of 'Feature film on national integration, communal harmony, social upliftment of depressed classes'.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy in January 2024 announced the government's decision to institute annual awards to film personalities, poets and artists. The awards were named after revolutionary balladeer Gaddar. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka earlier said that the awards aim to recognise the best film produced in Telugu language, promoting national integration, and cultural, educational and social relevance.
Gaddar Cine Awards Committee held multiple meetings. A jury committee's report on the selection of films and artists for the 2024 awards was given to the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister on Thursday.
'35 Chinna Katha Kadu' was selected as the best children's film, 'Aay… Mem Friends Andi' as the best wholesome entertainment film (Dr. M Prabhaker Reddy Uttama Prajadarana Chitram) and Razakar as the category of 'Feature film on environment/heritage/history'.
The report also lists individual awards for artists and technicians. And, Rentala Jayadeva authored 'Mana cinema first reel' was selected as the best book on Telugu cinema.
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