The 70th edition of the Filmfare Awards, held in the dazzling city of Ahmedabad, was a night of unforgettable glamour, spectacular performances, and, most importantly, a resounding celebration of cinematic excellence from the year 2024. Amidst the high-octane dances and star-studded red carpet arrivals, one film stood head and shoulders above the rest, writing its name in the history books: Kiran Rao’s satirical and heartwarming gem, Laapataa Ladies.
Sweeping an astonishing 13 awards, Laapataa Ladies not only walked away with the most coveted trophy of the night, Best Film, but also equaled the record for the highest number of wins by a single movie, a feat last achieved by Gully Boy.
This unprecedented success is a powerful testament to the film’s poignant storytelling, sharp social commentary, and deeply authentic performances that resonated universally with both critics and audiences.
The Full List of Filmfare Awards 2025 Winners
| Category | Winner(s) | Film |
|---|---|---|
| Best Film | — | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Director | Kiran Rao | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male) | Abhishek Bachchan & Kartik Aaryan (Shared) | I Want To Talk & Chandu Champion |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role (Female) | Alia Bhatt | Jigra |
| Critics’ Award for Best Film | Shoojit Sircar | I Want To Talk |
| Critics’ Award for Best Actor (Male) | Rajkummar Rao | Srikanth |
| Critics’ Award for Best Actor (Female) | Pratibha Ranta | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Supporting Actor (Male) | Ravi Kishan | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Supporting Actor (Female) | Chhaya Kadam | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Debut Director | Kunal Kemmu & Aditya Suhas Jambhale (Shared) | Madgaon Express & Article 370 |
| Best Debut Actor (Male) | Lakshya | Kill |
| Best Debut Actor (Female) | Nitanshi Goel | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Music Album | Ram Sampath | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Lyrics | Prashant Pandey (Sajni) | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Playback Singer (Male) | Arijit Singh (Sajni) | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Playback Singer (Female) | Madhubanti Bagchi (Aaj Ki Raat) | Stree 2 |
| Best Story | Aditya Dhar & Monal Thakkar | Article 370 |
| Best Screenplay | Sneha Desai | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Dialogue | Sneha Desai | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Adapted Screenplay | Ritesh Shah & Tushar Sheetal Jain | I Want To Talk |
| Best Cinematography | Rafey Mehmood | Kill |
| Best Editing | Shivkumar V. Panicker | Kill |
| Best Action | Seayoung Oh & Parvez Shaikh | Kill |
| Best Background Score | Ram Sampath | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Sound Design | Subash Sahoo | Kill |
| Best Production Design | Mayur Sharma | Kill |
| Best Costume Design | Darshan Jalan | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best VFX | Redefine | Munjya |
| Best Choreography | Bosco-Caesar (Tauba Tauba) | Bad Newz |
| Lifetime Achievement Award | Zeenat Aman & Shyam Benegal (Posthumously) | — |
| R.D. Burman Award for Upcoming Music Talent | Achint Thakkar | Jigra, Mr. & Mrs. Mahi |
Laapataa Ladies Leads the Race with 13 Wins
Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies was the undisputed star of the ceremony. The satirical and heartwarming film took home an astonishing 13 awards, including Best Film and Best Director, equaling the record previously held by Gully Boy.
Kiran Rao’s vision and storytelling brilliance earned her the Best Director award, while writer Sneha Desai won for both Best Screenplay and Best Dialogue, proving how strong writing can elevate cinema.
The film’s music also struck gold, with Ram Sampath bagging the Best Music Album and Best Background Score awards, while Sajni brought honors to Prashant Pandey for Best Lyrics and Arijit Singh for Best Playback Singer (Male).
Top Acting Honors: Powerful Performances All Around
The acting categories this year celebrated both emotional depth and versatility.
Best Actor (Male): Abhishek Bachchan for I Want To Talk and Kartik Aaryan for Chandu Champion (shared award)
Best Actor (Female): Alia Bhatt for Jigra — her sixth Filmfare win
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Best Supporting Actor (Male): Ravi Kishan for Laapataa Ladies
Best Supporting Actor (Female): Chhaya Kadam for Laapataa Ladies
Each performance stood out for its authenticity and impact, proving why 2024 was a landmark year for strong character-driven cinema.
Critics’ Awards: Honoring Subtle Brilliance
The Critics’ Choice section recognized the performances that moved hearts through quiet power and craft.
Critics’ Best Actor (Male): Rajkummar Rao for Srikanth
Critics’ Best Actor (Female): Pratibha Ranta for Laapataa Ladies
Critics’ Best Film: Shoojit Sircar’s I Want To Talk
These awards highlighted the balance between mass appeal and meaningful storytelling that continues to define modern Indian cinema.
Rising Stars and Debut Wins
Fresh faces brought a wave of excitement this year.
Best Debut Actor (Male): Lakshya for Kill
Best Debut Actor (Female): Nitanshi Goel for Laapataa Ladies
Best Debut Director: Kunal Kemmu (Madgaon Express) and Aditya Suhas Jambhale (Article 370)
Each debut performance hinted at the promising future of Bollywood’s next generation.
Technical Brilliance: Kill Takes the Spotlight
Action thriller Kill dominated the technical categories, proving that Indian action cinema is reaching new heights. It bagged multiple awards, including Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Sound Design, Best Production Design, and Best Action.
From its razor-sharp editing to adrenaline-pumping sequences, Kill stood out for its high production quality and international appeal.
Special Honors: Legends Remembered and Celebrated
The emotional high point of the evening came with the special recognitions.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Zeenat Aman and Shyam Benegal (posthumously)
R.D. Burman Award for Upcoming Music Talent: Achint Thakkar for Jigra and Mr. & Mrs. Mahi
These moments reminded everyone of Bollywood’s timeless legacy and its constant evolution with each new voice and vision.
Wrapping Up
The Filmfare Awards 2025 perfectly captured the spirit of Indian cinema — diverse stories, powerful performances, and a celebration of both veterans and new voices.
Laapataa Ladies may have taken home the most trophies, but every winner contributed to making 2024 a year to remember for Bollywood. From Jigra and Kill to Article 370 and I Want To Talk, the night in Ahmedabad was a beautiful reminder of why we love the movies.
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