The recent announcement of the winners at the IIFA Awards 2023 in Abu Dhabi marked a momentous occasion for the Indian Film industry.This prestigious event honored the exceptional talent and remarkable contributions of Indian actors and films, recognizing the outstanding performances that captivated audiences and showcasing the immense creativity within the industry. (IIFA 2023 Winners List)

The IIFA Awards celebrated the achievements of actors who brought characters to life with their impeccable acting skills, often leaving a lasting impact on the audience. These talented individuals received well-deserved accolades for their dedication and hard work, having transported viewers into the realm of storytelling through their performances, evoking a range of emotions and leaving a profound impact.

Hrithik Roshan won the Best Actor award for his role in the action-packed movie “Vikram Vedha,” which also starred Saif Ali Khan. Hrithik’s performance impressed the audience, and he delivered a heartfelt acceptance speech, expressing his gratitude to the universe and the film for helping him discover his inner strength.

Alia Bhatt won the Best Actress award for her portrayal of Gangubai Kathiawadi in the film of the same name. Producer Jayantilal Gada received the award on behalf of Alia Bhatt due to her grandfather’s health issues.

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor received the award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “JugJugg Jeeyo.” The audience gave him a standing ovation, acknowledging his contribution to the film.

The audience honored Kamal Haasan, a respected actor in the industry, with a standing ovation for his Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema. Audience, including Salman Khan and others, showed their appreciation for his remarkable career.

Brahmastra and Gangubai win big at event

(IIFA 2023 Winners List)

The films “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva” and “Gangubai Kathiawadi” emerged as big winners at the event. “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva” garnered awards for Best Playback Singer (female) and (male), won by Shreya Ghoshal and Arijit Singh respectively, and Mouni Roy received the Best Supporting Actress award. “Gangubai Kathiawadi,” a period biopic directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, received technical awards for cinematography, screenplay, and dialogue at the IIFA Rocks event.

Other notable winners include Babil Khan and Santanu Maheshwari, who jointly won the Best Debut award (male) for their respective roles in “Qala” and “Gangubai Kathiawadi.” Khushali Kumar received the Best Debut award (female) for her performance in “Dhoka Around the Corner.”

Both Babil Khan and Santanu Maheshwari received praise for their performances in their respective films. Khan’s nuanced portrayal of a young man grappling with addiction in “Qala” received high praise, highlighting his exceptional talent in bringing depth and complexity to the character. On the other hand, Maheshwari’s charismatic performance as a formidable gangster in “Gangubai Kathiawadi” garnered widespread acclaim, showcasing her ability to captivate audiences with her powerful portrayal. Both actors delivered remarkable performances, showcasing their versatility and leaving an indelible impact on the viewers.

” The performance of Khushali Kumar in “Dhoka Around the Corner” garnered praise from both critics and audiences, as the film unexpectedly became a hit at the box office.

The IIFA Rocks awards are a prestigious event that celebrates the best of Bollywood. A panel of experts chooses the winners of these awards, and they represent the best of the best in Indian cinema.

The fact that Babil Khan, Santanu Maheshwari, and Khushali Kumar were all honored with awards is a testament to their talent and potential. (IIFA 2023 Winners List)

Here are the winners of the IIFA 2023 awards:

1. Best Film: “Drishyam 2” (Also Read: ‘Drishyam’ Franchise Remake In South Korea)
   • The movie “Drishyam 2” received recognition as the best film of the year.
2. Best Director: R Madhavan for “Rocketry: The Nambi Effect”
   • R Madhavan won the award for his excellent direction in the film “Rocketry: The Nambi Effect.”
3. Best Actor in a Leading Role (Female): Alia Bhatt for “Gangubai Kathiawadi”
   • Alia Bhatt received the award for her outstanding performance in the film “Gangubai Kathiawadi.”
4. Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male): Hrithik Roshan for “Vikram Vedha”
   • Hrithik Roshan received the honor of being the best male actor for his role in “Vikram Vedha.”
5. Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Female): Mouni Roy for “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva”
   • Mouni Roy received recognition for her exceptional supporting role in “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.”
6. Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Male): Anil Kapoor for “Jugg Jugg Jeeyo”
   • Anil Kapoor received an award for his brilliant supporting performance in “Jugg Jugg Jeeyo.”
7. Outstanding Achievement for Fashion in Cinema: Manish Malhotra
   • The film industry acknowledged Manish Malhotra for his outstanding contribution to fashion.
8. Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema: Kamal Haasan
   • Kamal Haasan received special recognition for his remarkable achievements in Indian cinema.
9. Best Adapted Story: Aamil Keeyan Khan and Abhishek Pathak for “Drishyam 2”
   • Aamil Keeyan Khan and Abhishek Pathak received honors for their exceptional adaptation of the story for “Drishyam 2.”
10. Best Original Story: Perveez Sheikh and Jasmeet Reen for “Darlings”
    • Perveez Sheikh and Jasmeet Reen were recognized for their outstanding original story in the film “Darlings.”
11. Outstanding Achievement in Regional Cinema: Marathi film “Ved” directed by Riteish Deshmukh
    • The Marathi film “Ved,” directed by Riteish Deshmukh, received special recognition for its outstanding contribution to regional cinema. (IIFA 2023 Winners List)

Best Debut Male & Female

1. Best Debut (Male): Shantanu Maheshwari for “Gangubai Kathiawadi” and Babil Khan for “Qala”
   • Shantanu Maheshwari and Babil Khan both won the award for their exceptional debut performances in “Gangubai Kathiawadi” and “Qala,” respectively.
2. Best Debut (Female): Khushali Kumar for “Dhoka Around the Corner”
   • Khushali Kumar was awarded for her outstanding debut performance in “Dhoka Around the Corner.”
3. Best Playback Singer (Female): Shreya Ghoshal for the song “Rasiya” from “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva”
   • Shreya Ghoshal won the award for her melodious rendition of the song “Rasiya” in “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.”
4. Best Playback Singer (Male): Arijit Singh for the song “Kesariya” from “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva”
   • Arijit Singh was recognized for his soulful rendition of the song “Kesariya” in “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.”
5. Best Music Direction: Pritam for “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva”
   • Pritam received the award for his exceptional music direction in “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.”
6. Best Lyricist: Amitabh Bhattacharya for the song “Kesarya” from “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva”
   • Amitabh Bhattacharya won the award for his impactful lyrics in the song “Kesariya” from “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva.”
7. Best Cinematography: “Gangubai Kathiawadi”
   • The film “Gangubai Kathiawadi” received recognition for its outstanding cinematography.
8. Best Screenplay: “Gangubai Kathiawadi”
   • The screenplay of “Gangubai Kathiawadi” was acknowledged as the best in its category.
9. Best Dialogue: “Gangubai Kathiawadi”
   • The film “Gangubai Kathiawadi” received the award for its exceptional dialogue.
10. Best Choreography for the title track: “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2”
    • The choreography of the title track in “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2” was recognized as the best.

Technical Field

1. Best Sound Design: “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2”
   • The film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2” received the award for its outstanding sound design.
2. Best Editing: “Drishyam 2”
   • The editing of the film “Drishyam 2” was acknowledged as the best in its category.
3. Best Special Effects (Visual): “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva”
   • “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva” was recognized for its exceptional visual effects.
4. Best Background Score: “Vikram Vedha”
   • The background score of “Vikram Vedha” was acknowledged as the best.
5. Best Sound Mixing: “Monica O My Darling”
   • “Monica O My Darling” received recognition for its outstanding sound mixing.

These awards celebrate the talent and achievements of individuals and films in the Indian film industry, recognizing their exceptional contributions and performances.

Overall, the IIFA Awards 2023 celebrated the talent and achievements of Indian actors and films. It was a memorable event that honored outstanding performances and showcased the diverse and vibrant Indian film industry.

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