All that glittered on the seventieth Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025 with Gujarat Tourism was pure nostalgia. Held in Ahmedabad on the Saturday of Oct 11, the night unfolded as a tribute to reminiscences, milestones, and the enduring magic of Hindi cinema.From tributes to 50 years of the long-lasting movie ‘Sholay’ to the sight of beloved onscreen duo Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol on stage, the spotlight of the ceremony—themed ‘Celebrating 70 Years of Filmfare’—glowed with the landmark moments which have formed Bollywood over seven many years.Recent from his Nationwide Award win, Khan hosted the present alongside Karan Johar and Maniesh Paul, creating a night crammed with trademark humour, heat, and wit.
An interlude arrived when acquainted strains of ‘Ladki Badi Anjaani Hai’ crammed the world. The viewers erupted in applause, watching Kajol and SRK recreate a scene from the 1998 hit ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’.The night time featured performances by Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday, and Siddhant Chaturvedi—every a visible ode to the evolution of Hindi cinema.
Abhishek Bachchan honoured his father by grooving to his iconic hits, together with ‘Apni Toh Jaise Taise’, ‘Khaike Paan Banaras Wala’, and ‘Jumma Chumma’ onstage. Mid-act, Abhishek stepped down, took his mom Jaya Bachchan’s hand, and made her twirl earlier than an applauding viewers.Abhishek and Kartik Aaryan shared a hug after collectively successful the Greatest Actor Award for ‘I Need To Discuss’ and ‘Chandu Champion’ respectively. Alia Bhatt was named Greatest Actor (Feminine) for her nuanced efficiency as a protecting sister in ‘Jigra’.The night time in the end belonged to ‘Laapataa Girls’, which claimed the Greatest Movie honour. Celebrated for its tender but highly effective storytelling, it emerged as the most important winner, taking residence a number of Black Girls throughout classes, together with Greatest Director for Kiran Rao and Greatest Debut for Nitanshi Goel.An unscripted second performed out when Goel practically tripped on her robe whereas making her approach as much as the stage. King Khan rapidly reached out to regular her—a spontaneous gesture of chivalry that drew applause and smiles.The Lifetime Achievement Award was introduced to late filmmaker Shyam Benegal and actor Zeenat Aman for his or her timeless contribution to Indian cinema. Introducing Aman, Johar stated, “What an absolute legacy… trendsetting, stunning, attractive, and nonetheless inspiring generations.” In her acceptance speech, Aman responded merely: “Namashkar. Thanks, Filmfare, for this very particular award.”A transferring new section, Cine Icons, paid tribute to visionaries who constructed the foundations of Indian cinema. As names like Bimal Roy, Meena Kumari, Nutan, and Dilip Kumar echoed, the viewers rose in applause.The Filmfare Awards 2025 has Hyundai Motor India Restricted as Title Accomplice with Gujarat Tourism as Vacation spot Accomplice. Co-powered by Sweety Mouth Freshners. Affiliate sponsors embody Amul, Supersox and Sansaar, aD’Decor Model, whereas Gopal Snacks Restricted and VEGA are official Snacks and Hair Styling companions respectively.
