The 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025, held at the dazzling EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, turned into a grand celebration of cinematic brilliance, glamour, and heartfelt performances. Hosted by Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul, the evening witnessed a perfect mix of nostalgia and new-age storytelling, with Alia Bhatt and Abhishek Bachchan emerging as the brightest stars of the night.
Alia Bhatt Creates History with Her Sixth Filmfare Win
Bollywood’s reigning queen Alia Bhatt bagged the Best Actress (Leading Role) award for her powerful performance in Jigra. This win marked her sixth Best Actress trophy, breaking the previous record held by legendary actresses like Nutan and Kajol. Although Alia couldn’t attend the event, her mentor and filmmaker Karan Johar accepted the award on her behalf, describing her as “a performer who turns every role into an experience.”
Abhishek Bachchan’s Career-Defining Victory
Abhishek Bachchan took home the Best Actor (Leading Role) award for his gripping role in I Want to Talk, sharing the honor with Kartik Aaryan for Chandu Champion. This long-awaited Filmfare win marked a high point in Abhishek’s career, with audiences and critics praising his intense yet grounded performance.
“Laapataa Ladies” Dominates with Record 13 Wins
The night belonged to Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, which swept 13 Filmfare Awards, tying the all-time record set by Gully Boy. The film won Best Film, Best Director (Kiran Rao), and Critics’ Best Actress (Pratibha Ranta) among others. Its simple yet powerful narrative and strong performances made it the standout film of 2024.
Critics’ Choice Awards
The Critics’ awards highlighted the year’s most nuanced performances. Rajkummar Rao won the Critics’ Best Actor award for Srikanth, while Pratibha Ranta from Laapataa Ladies took home the Critics’ Best Actress honor, further emphasizing the film’s sweeping success.
Night of Glamour, Nostalgia & Performances
The ceremony saw dazzling performances from Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, and Ranveer Singh, who lit up the stage with energetic dance numbers. A special tribute to 70 years of Filmfare, featuring a medley of iconic songs and visuals from Indian cinema’s golden era, left the audience emotional and nostalgic.
Complete Highlights
- Best Film: Laapataa Ladies
- Best Director: Kiran Rao (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Actor (Male): Abhishek Bachchan (I Want to Talk) & Kartik Aaryan (Chandu Champion)
- Best Actress (Female): Alia Bhatt (Jigra)
- Critics’ Best Actor: Rajkummar Rao (Srikanth)
- Critics’ Best Actress: Pratibha Ranta (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Supporting Actor: Ravi Kishan (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Supporting Actress: Nitanshi Goel (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Music Album: Animal
A Night to Remember
The 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025 not only honored cinematic excellence but also celebrated the evolution of Bollywood storytelling — from high-octane entertainers to socially reflective dramas. As the night concluded, one thing was clear: Alia Bhatt and Abhishek Bachchan’s triumphs, alongside Kiran Rao’s visionary Laapataa Ladies, will be remembered as defining moments in Indian cinema’s modern era.
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