The 25th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards, held on March 8, 2025, celebrated the burgeoning digital entertainment sector by honoring outstanding films and series released on OTT platforms in 2024.
The inaugural IIFA Digital Awards ceremony spotlighted the profound impact of digital storytelling on Indian cinema.
Winners in the Film Category:
- Best Film: “Amar Singh Chamkila”
- Best Director: Imtiaz Ali for “Amar Singh Chamkila”
- Performance in a Leading Role (Female): Kriti Sanon for “Do Patti”
- Performance in a Leading Role (Male): Vikrant Massey for “Sector 36”
- Performance in a Supporting Role (Female): Anupriya Goenka for “Berlin”
- Performance in a Supporting Role (Male): Deepak Dobriyal for “Sector 36”
- Best Story (Original): Kanika Dhillon for “Do Patti”
Winners in the Series Category:
- Best Series: “Panchayat Season 3”
- Best Director: Deepak Kumar Mishra for “Panchayat Season 3”
- Performance in a Leading Role (Female): Shreya Chaudhry for “Bandish Bandits Season 2”
- Performance in a Leading Role (Male): Jitendra Kumar for “Panchayat Season 3”
- Performance in a Supporting Role (Female): Sanjeeda Shaikh for “Heeramandi The Diamond Bazaar”
- Performance in a Supporting Role (Male): Faisal Malik for “Panchayat Season 3”
Miscellaneous Awards:
- Best Story (Original) in a Series: “Kota Factory Season 3”
- Best Reality or Non-Scripted Series: “Fabulous Lives vs. Bollywood Wives”
- Best Docuseries/Documentary Film: “Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous”
- Best Title Track: Anurag Saikia for “Ishq Hai” from “Mismatched Season 3”
The event, held in Jaipur, featured a star-studded green carpet with numerous celebrities showcasing their style and glamour. The IIFA Digital Awards 2025 not only honored exceptional talent but also highlighted the significant impact of OTT platforms in shaping the future of Indian cinema.
