Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025 Shine with Star Power
Hyderabad Witnesses a Spectacular Celebration of Cinema, Culture & Excellence at TGFA 2025
The Telangana Gaddar Film Awards (TGFA) 2025 concluded on a magnificent note, transforming Hyderabad into a vibrant hub of cinematic celebration on the auspicious occasion of Ugadi. Held at the iconic HITEX Convention Centre on March 19, 2026, the prestigious event honored excellence across Telugu cinema, theatre, and television while celebrating the spirit of regional storytelling and artistic brilliance.
Graced by Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy as the chief guest, the evening reflected the government’s strong commitment to the arts and entertainment sector. The event was further dignified by the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka, along with several ministers, MPs, MLAs, MLCs, and leading industry figures including Dil Raju.
A Star-Studded Celebration of Legends
The grand समारोह witnessed an extraordinary gathering of Indian cinema’s most celebrated personalities, including Megastar Chiranjeevi, Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan, King Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Global Star Ram Charan.
Other prominent attendees included Madhuri Dixit, Khushbu Sundar, Sobhita Dhulipala, Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh, along with Esha Gupta—making it one of the most glamorous nights in recent times.
Honouring Lifetime Contributions to Indian Cinema
The TGFA 2025 paid tribute to legendary figures whose contributions have shaped Indian cinema:
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NTR National Award: Chiranjeevi
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Paidi Jairaj Award: Kamal Haasan
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ANR Award: Jayasudha
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BN Reddy Award: Singeetam Srinivasa Rao
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C Narayana Reddy Award: Suddala Ashok Teja
Special honours were also presented to stalwarts like Akkineni Ramesh Prasad, Ashwini Dutt, and R. Narayana Murthy for their exceptional contributions.
TGFA 2025 Winners: Celebrating Talent & Excellence
Recognizing outstanding films certified in 2025, the awards highlighted both mainstream and emerging talent:
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Best Actor: Naga Chaitanya (Thandel)
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Best Actress: Rashmika Mandanna (The Girlfriend)
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Best Film: Raju Weds Rambai
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Second Best Film: Dhandoraa
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Best Director: Sailu (Raju Weds Rambai)
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Special Jury Awards: Chaitu Jonnalagadda, Ananthika
Technical excellence was equally celebrated, with awards for cinematography, editing, and art direction going to top-tier technicians including Karthik Ghattamaneni, Sreekar Prasad, and Thota Tharani.
Entertainment That Blended Tradition with Modern Spectacle
The evening was brought to life by engaging hosts Suma Kanakala and Pradeep Machiraju, while the red carpet buzz was led by Nikhil Vijayendra and Doulath Sulthana.
The stage dazzled with unforgettable performances:
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A soulful tribute by Nidhhi Agerwal
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Electrifying choreography by V Unbeatable
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Cultural performances by the Vanaja Uday Dance Group
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Power-packed musical acts by Shreya Ghoshal, Devi Sri Prasad, and Mangli
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A Vision for the Future of Telugu Entertainment
More than just an awards ceremony, TGFA 2025 stood as a powerful statement of Telangana’s vision to position itself as a global hub for creative arts. By honoring not only stars but also technicians and storytellers, the event reinforced the importance of every contributor to the cinematic ecosystem.
The Telangana Gaddar Film Awards continue to celebrate Telugu excellence across cinema, theatre, and television—ensuring that regional voices, cultural narratives, and artistic innovation receive the recognition they truly deserve.
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