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The Hindu
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025: Allu Arjun, Nandamuri Balakrishna, Nag Ashwin and more honoured
The winners of the inaugural edition of the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards were presented with the trophies at a star-studded ceremony at Hitex in Hyderabad on Saturday (June 14). Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy felicitated the event, which was also attended by the state's deputy chief minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, cinematography minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy, and Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju. Gaddar Foundation chairman and Gaddar's son Suryakiran and TGFDC MD S Harish were also present at the event. The chief guests presented the winners with a cash prize of ₹5 lakhs and a citation. The evening saw Reddy and Vikramarka present the Paidi Jairaj Film Award (Indian Film Personality) to veteran director Mani Ratnam. Meanwhile, superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna received the NTR National Film Award, while director Sukumar received the BN Reddy Film Award. The Kantha Rao Film Award was presented to actor Vijay Devarakonda, and film writer Yandamuri Veerendranath was awarded the Raghupathi Venkaiah Film Award. Veteran actor and jury chairman M Muralimohan and members of the jury, including jury head, veteran actor Jayasudha, were felicitated as well. The designer of the TGFA, Ramavath Nagula Naik, and film critic Ponnam Ravichandra were also honoured. As a major highlight of the evening, Pushpa star Allu Arjun received the Best Leading Actor award from Chief Minister Reddy, to thunderous applause from the audience. Meanwhile, Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, won the Best Feature Film award. The second and third best feature film awards were bagged by Pottel, directed by Sahit Mothkuri, and Lucky Baskhar, directed by Venky Atluri. Ashwin also took home the Best Director award for Kalki 2898 AD, while Nivetha Thomas was awarded Best Leading Actress for her role in 35 Chinna Katha Kadu. Notably, the Telangana government revived the Telugu film awards this year in honour of revolutionary balladeer Gaddar. The Gaddar Telangana Film Awards marked the first time a ceremony was held in the state to felicitate the film industry since its formation in 2014. Here's the complete list of winners: Best Director: Nag Ashwin for Kalki 2898 AD Best Leading Actor: Allu Arjun for Pushpa 2: The Rule Best Leading Actress: Nivetha Thomas for 35 Chinna Katha Kadhu First Best Feature Film: Kalki 2898 AD Second Best Feature Film: Pottel Third Best Feature Film: Lucky Baskhar Best Supporting Actor: SJ Suryah for Saripodhaa Sanivaaram Best Supporting Actress: Saranya Pradeep for Ambajipeta Marriage Band Best Music Director: Bheems Ceciroleo for Razakar Best Male Playback Singer: Sid Sriram for Ooru Peru Bhairavakona Best Female Playback Singer: Shreya Ghoshal for Pushpa 2: The Rule Feature Film on National Integration, Communal Harmony & Social Uplift: Committee Kurrollu Best Children's Film:35 Chinna Katha Kaadu Feature Film on Environment, Heritage, History: Razakar Best Debut Film Director: Yadu Vamsi for Committee Kurrollu Best Wholesome Entertainment Film: Aay Best Comedian: Satya and Vennela Kishore for Mathu Vadalara 2 Best Child Artist: Arun Dev for 35 Chinna Katha Kadu and Haarika for Mercy Killing Best Story Writer: Siva Paladugu for Music Shop Murthy Best Screenplay Writer: Venky Atluri for Lucky Baskhar Best Lyricist: Chandra Bose for Raju Yadav Best Cinematographer: Vishwanath Reddy for Gaami Best Editor: Navin Nooli for Lucky Baskhar Best Audiographer: Aravind Menon for Gaami Best Choreographer: Ganesh Acharya for Devara Best Art Director: Nitin Zihani Choudhary for Kalki 2898 AD Best Action Choreographer: Chandra Shekar Rathod for Gangster Best Makeup Artist: Nalla Seenu for Razakar Best Costume Designer: Archana Rao and Ajay Kumar for Kalki 2898 AD Special Jury Award 1: Dulquer Salmaan for Lucky Baskhar Special Jury Award 2: Ananya Nagalla for Pottel Special Jury Award 3: Sujith and Sandeep for KA Special Jury Award 4: Prashanth Reddy and Rajesh Kallepalli for Raju Yadav Jury Special Mention: Faria Abdullah for Mathu Vadalara 2
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Bring the action to Hyderabad, chief minister Revanth Reddy tells Tollywood
Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday called on the Telugu film industry to draft a vision document that would contribute to Telangana's goal of becoming a $3 trillion economy by 2047. Speaking at the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025 function in Hyderabad, Revanth said that just like the govt is preparing sectoral plans for IT, pharma, and other industries, the film industry too will have a dedicated chapter in the state's upcoming Vision 2027 document. 'Bring Hollywood and Bollywood to Hyderabad — this is where the action should be,' the CM told acclaimed director SS Rajamouli. 'You tell me what infrastructure you need; we will create it,' he said. Revanth said that while govt decisions may sometimes appear stringent, they are always aimed at empowering the film industry. Recalling the legacy of Congress govts, he said it was the Congress that instituted the Nandi Film Awards in undivided AP in 1964. He added that no film awards were given over the past 14 years, but the Telangana govt has now revived them, honouring filmmakers and artistes for every year since the formation of the state in 2014. Addressing the new generation of actors, Revanth urged stars like Pawan Kalyan, Mahesh Babu, and Allu Arjun to take a leadership role in advancing the industry's contribution to the state's economic vision. 'When India marks 100 years of independence in 2047, Telangana should also celebrate by achieving this ambitious milestone,' he said. Revanth emphasised that Telangana's competition is not with other Indian cities like Amaravati or Mumbai, but with global economic powerhouses such as New York, Tokyo, and Seoul. 'Regardless of my role in politics or govt, I am committed to achieving our $3 trillion goal,' he asserted. Paying tribute to revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, in whose name the film awards are instituted, the CM said, 'Gaddar inspired the movement for a separate Telangana. He remains a guiding force for us all.' On the occasion, the CM announced a govt contribution of Rs 3 crore to the Gaddar Foundation. Gaddar's son, Surya Kiran, thanked the govt and said the funds would help preserve Gaddar's memory and ideals. Deputy chief minister Bhatti Vikramarka and cinematography minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy presented the film awards. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Govt. sanctions ₹3 crore to Gaddar Foundation
Hyderabad In a significant step to honour the legacy of revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, the Telangana government has sanctioned ₹3 crore to the Gaddar Foundation to carry forward the ideas and aspirations of the late balladeer, who played a pivotal role in the Telangana movement and cultural renaissance. The decision follows an assurance given by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy during last year's Gaddar Jayanti celebrations. The Chief Minister ensured the release of funds through the Department of Language and Culture, which issued the formal orders sanctioning the amount. Gaddar Foundation will be recognised as an official partner in organising the Gaddar Jayanti celebrations every year on January 31. It will be a partner in planning and executing various programmes in memory of Gaddar on that day. This move is seen as a tribute to Gaddar's unwavering commitment to people's rights and his influence on people through his fiery songs and activism.
