HomeNewsTrendsEntertainmentControversies aside, Nayanthara and Sandeep Reddy Vanga take home top awards at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024

Controversies aside, Nayanthara and Sandeep Reddy Vanga take home top awards at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024

Nayanthara's role in Jawan earned her the Best Actress; Vicky Kaushal's Sam Bahadur act got him Best Actor (Critics); Bobby Deol's Animal role bagged the Best Actor in Negative Role while its maker Sandeep Reddy Vanga earned the Best Director award.

February 21, 2024 / 17:58 IST
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Stars who won awards at the recent Dadasaheb Phalke International Awards.
Stars who won awards at the recent Dadasaheb Phalke International Awards.

Nayanthara, the esteemed South Indian actress, recently silenced critics with her remarkable performance in the film Annapoorani, by winning the prestigious Best Actress award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards for her Bollywood debut film Jawan. This accolade not only recognises her exceptional talent but also serves as a testament to her ability to captivate audiences with her nuanced portrayal of complex characters. In a poignant moment, Nayanthara's win at the esteemed ceremony underscored her enduring impact on the Indian film industry.

Meanwhile, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the visionary director behind the acclaimed film Animal, was bestowed with the coveted Best Director award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards. Vanga's creative prowess and directorial finesse have garnered widespread acclaim, cementing his status as one of the industry's most promising talents. His win reflects the critical acclaim and commercial success achieved by Animal, further solidifying Vanga's reputation as a trailblazer in contemporary cinema.

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The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards, presented by the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Foundation, recognises excellence in cinema across various categories, celebrating the contributions of talented individuals to the world of entertainment. Distinguished by its global reach and prestigious accolades, the awards ceremony honors outstanding achievements in filmmaking, acting, direction, and other aspects of cinematic artistry.

It's worth noting that the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards differ from the original Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award, which is conferred by the Government of India as the highest honour in Indian cinema. While both awards pay tribute to the legacy of Dadasaheb Phalke, the former focuses on contemporary achievements in filmmaking, while the latter acknowledges lifetime contributions to the industry.