‘Laapataa Ladies’ Shines Bright at 70th Filmfare Awards 2025; Alia Bhatt and Abhishek Bachchan Steal the Show

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Bhupendra Singh Chundawat

Filmfare Awards 2025

Ahmedabad, October 12 (Daily Kiran): Bollywood’s biggest celebration, the 70th Filmfare Awards 2025, dazzled on the grand stage in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, marking an evening filled with glamour, nostalgia, and unforgettable moments. With star-studded appearances, red-carpet glitz, and high-voltage performances, the event turned into a spectacular celebration of Indian cinema.

Filmfare Awards 2025

This year, Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, dominated the night, sweeping several major categories including Best Film, Best Director (Kiran Rao), Best Supporting Actor (Ravi Kishan), and Best Actress (Critics) – Pratibha Ranta. The film also bagged awards for Best Music Album, Best Lyrics, Best Screenplay, Best Dialogue, Best Costume, Best Background Score, Best Female Debut, and Best Playback Singer, making it the undisputed winner of the evening.

Shah Rukh Khan’s Grand Return as Host
The biggest highlight of the ceremony was Shah Rukh Khan’s return as host after 17 years. His trademark charm, wit, and energy set the tone for the night. The audience gave him a standing ovation, and social media was instantly flooded with clips and pictures of the “King of Bollywood” lighting up the stage once again.

Kriti Sanon’s Tribute to Zeenat Aman
Actress Kriti Sanon delivered a moving tribute performance dedicated to the timeless diva Zeenat Aman. Her act beautifully blended nostalgia with grace, bringing back the elegance of 1970s Bollywood and leaving many in the audience emotional.

Alia Bhatt and Abhishek Bachchan Win Top Acting Honours
Alia Bhatt won Best Actress for her powerful performance in Jigra, while Abhishek Bachchan and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor title — Abhishek for I Want to Talk, an emotional drama, and Kartik for his sports biopic Chandu Champion. The two shared a heartfelt moment on stage, embracing each other as the audience cheered.

KILL impressed with four major wins — Best Debut Male (Lakshya Lalwani), Best Action, Best Editing, and Best Sound Design, while Munja took home Best VFX. I Want to Talk also earned Best Film (Critics) and Best Adapted Screenplay awards.

Lifetime and Iconic Honours Celebrate Cinema Legends
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Zeenat Aman and acclaimed filmmaker Shyam Benegal, celebrating their unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema. The Cine Icon Award was dedicated to legendary names including Nutan, Meena Kumari, Kajol, Sridevi, Jaya Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan, Bimal Roy, Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Ramesh Sippy (Sholay).

Music, Dance, and Celebration
The musical night saw Bosco-Caesar win Best Choreography for the viral number Tauba Tauba from Bad Newz, while Madhubanti Bagchi took home Best Female Playback Singer for Aaj Ki Raat from Stree 2.

In the end, the 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 was more than just a glamorous event — it was a heartfelt celebration of creativity, diversity, and the ever-evolving spirit of Indian cinema. From Shah Rukh Khan’s magnetic hosting to Kriti Sanon’s emotional tribute and Laapataa Ladies’ historic sweep, it was truly a night to remember.

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