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🎬🔥 Allu Arjun & 'Kalki 2898 AD' Rock the Gaddar Awards 2024! 🏆✨

TL;DR 📰

After a 14-year break, the Telangana government revived its state film awards, now named the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards in honor of the revolutionary poet Gaddar. The awards celebrated excellence in Telugu cinema, with 'Kalki 2898 AD' winning Best Film and Allu Arjun clinching Best Actor for 'Pushpa 2'. The ceremony recognized talents across various categories, highlighting the vibrant and diverse Telugu film industry.

🌟 A Grand Comeback to Celebrate Telugu Cinema 🎥

After a 14-year hiatus, the Telangana government has reinstated its prestigious State Film Awards, now renamed the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards, in honor of the legendary revolutionary poet and balladeer Gaddar. The awards aim to recognize and celebrate excellence in Telugu cinema, reflecting the state's rich cultural heritage and commitment to the arts. 🏆 Major Winners at the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2024

🎬 Feature Films

  • Best Film: 'Kalki 2898 AD'

  • Second Best Film: 'Pottel'

  • Third Best Film: 'Lucky Bhaskar'

  • National Integration Film: 'Committee Kurrollu'

  • Children’s Film: '35 Chinna Katha Kadu'

  • Environment/Heritage/History Film: 'Razakar'

  • Debut Director: Sri Yedu Vamsee for 'Committee Kurrollu'

  • Wholesome Entertainment Film: 'Aay… Mem Friends Andi

🎭 Individual Awards

  • Best Director: Nag Ashwin for 'Kalki 2898 AD'

  • Best Actor: Allu Arjun for 'Pushpa 2'

  • Best Actress: Nivetha Thomas for '35 Chinna Katha Kadu'

  • 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 'Nizame Ne Chebutunna' from 'Ooru Peru Bhairavakona'

  • Best Female Playback Singer: Shreya Ghoshal for 'Sooseki Aggi Ravva' from 'Pushpa 2'

  • Best Comedians: Satya & Vennela Kishore for 'Mathu Vadalara 2'

  • Best Child Artists: Arundev Pothula for '35 Chinna Katha Kadu' and Harika for 'Mercy Killing'

  • Best Story Writer: Siva Paladugu for 'Music Shop Murthy'

  • Best Screenplay Writer: Venky Atluri for 'Lucky Bhaskar'

  • Best Lyricist: Chandra Bose for 'Raju Yadav'

  • Best Cinematographer: Vishwanath Reddy for 'Gaami'

  • Best Editor: Navin Nooli for 'Lucky Bhaskar'

  • Best Audiographer: Aravind Menon for 'Gaami'

  • Best Choreographer: Ganesh Acharya for 'Ayudha Puja' in 'Devara'

  • Best Art Director: Adnithin Zihani Choudhary for 'Kalki 2898 AD'

  • Best Action Choreographer: K Chandra Shekar Rathod for 'Gangster'

  • Best Makeup Artist: Nalla Sreenu for 'Razakar'

  • Best Costume Designers: Archana Rao & Ajay Kumar for 'Kalki 2898 AD'

🏅 Special Jury Awards

  • Dulquer Salmaan: 'Lucky Bhaskar'

  • Ananya Nagalla: 'Pottel'

  • Sujith & Sandeep: 'KA'

  • Prashanth Reddy & Rajesh Kallepally: 'Raju Yadav'

  • Jury Special Mention: Faria Abdullah for 'Drama Nakko Mama – Rap' in 'Mathu Vadalara 2'

📚 Literature on Cinema

  • Best Book on Telugu Cinema: 'Mana Cinema First Reel' by Rentala Jayadeva

🎉 Upcoming Grand Ceremony

The award ceremony is scheduled for June 14, 2025, at HICC, Izzatnagar, Hyderabad. The event promises to be a grand celebration of Telugu cinema, honoring the talents that have contributed significantly to the industry.

🗣️ MediaFx Opinion

The revival of the state film awards as the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards is a commendable move by the Telangana government. It not only honors the legacy of a revolutionary figure but also provides a platform to recognize and celebrate the diverse talents in the Telugu film industry. Such initiatives are essential in promoting cultural heritage and encouraging artistic excellence.

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