Introduction
Filmfare Awards 2025 The 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2023 made a big splash on the evening of 11th October 2023 at EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, as the state of Gujarat turned into a sparkling Bollywood hub. The show was hosted by the formidable trio of Shah Rukh Khan (returning after a 17 year hiatus), Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul, and the evening regaled us with laughs, drama, and power packed performances. In the excitement of Bollywood’s biggest night honoring the best films and performances of 2022, there was one huge Laapataa Ladies getting entirely shut out in the technical categories which significantly heated discussions on social media. Here is, however, your complete wrap of the winners, best dressed on the red carpet, and moments you need to see.
A Remarkable Return by SRK: Hosting Charisma and Emotional Touches
Shah Rukh Khan didn’t just host the show; he owned it. SRK and his co-hosts, Karan Johar and Paul, started by reminiscing about the past, when SRK joked about his “retirement rumors” before moving into more emotional tributes. “Filmfare is not just about awards; it is family,” was how he dedicated a segment to the late greats. The audience screamed as SRK danced (with Akshay Kumar) to the song “Jamal Kudu” – which catered, in spirit, to the most viral stop of last year’s Filmfare where SRK and Alia Bhatt recreated a viral stop and dance. Some of the gems were actually SRK roasting celebrities – like when he called Kartik Aaryan “the rom-com king who finally grew up” – which brought laughter but also grounded in heartfelt speeches which made someone like Deepika Padukone tear up.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Grand Return: Magic and a Lot of Emotion
SRK did more than announce; he commanded the stage. Starting with a good old dose of nostalgia next to Johar and Paul, SRK remarked on his “retirement rumors” before getting to the affectionately teary odes. “Filmfare is not just awards. Filmfare is family,” he said, dedicating part of the time to acknowledge their departed legends. The crowd went wild when he spontaneously joined Akshay Kumar for an impromptu on-stage dance to “Jamal Kudu,” recreating last years viral video’s energy with Alia Bhatt. Other memorable moments included SRK’s comically roasted outcomes such as Kartik Aaryan, whom SRK dubbed the “rom-com king who finally grew up,” and culminating in the type of heartfelt speeches that got people like Deepika Padukone to actually tear up.
Red Carpet Royalty: Fashion Hits and Misses
The EKA Arena in Ahmedabad became a fashion spectacle under the stars. Deepika Padukone dazzled in a red Sabyasachi lehenga, possessing classic Hollywood glamour, while Ranveer Singh made a statement in a quirky Gujarati-inspired silk pajama set from Manish Malhotra Cultural fusion at the highest level” tweeted fans. Alia Bhatt went for sustainable chic in a stylish recycled silk dress by Masaba that grounded her eco-friendly values.
Winner’s Circle: Laapataa Ladies Reigns, Controversially
Filmfare Awards 2025 The heartfelt comedy-drama Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, led with 24 nominations, a record, and won 8 Black Ladies, including Best Film, Best Director for Rao, and Best Actress (for Nitanshi Goel’s speech, “For every girl who felt lost”). All of that was overshadowed by the biggest snub that Laapataa Ladies had, which was not receiving the award for Best Cinematography in spite of the attention the raw visual style received, and, in fact, igniting tornadoes of tweets: “Is Filmfare blind to this?” deleted director Ravi Jadhav.
| Category | Winner | Film |
|---|---|---|
| Best Film | Laapataa Ladies | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Director | Kiran Rao | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Actor (Male) | Rajkummar Rao | Mr. & Mrs. Mahi |
| Best Actress (Female) | Nitanshi Goel | Laapataa Ladies |
| Best Supporting Actor | Vijay Raaz | 12th Fail |
| Best Supporting Actress | Priyamani | Article 370 |
| Best Music Director | Amaal Mallik | Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 |
| Lifetime Achievement | Jeetendra | – |
FAQ: Key Information About the Filmfare Awards 2025
- When and where did the Filmfare Awards 2025 take place?
The 70th edition of the Filmfare Awards took place on October 11, 2025, at EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, making this the very first time that the biggest event in Bollywood took place in the capital of Gujarat. - Who were the hosts of the Filmfare Awards 2025?
The hosts of the Filmfare Awards 2025 consisted of Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar and Maniesh Paul. After a 17-year gap since personally hosting the ceremony, Shah Rukh Khan hosted for a 3rd time. - Which film won the most awards at the Filmfare Awards 2025?
After a record nomination of 24 nominations, Laapataa Ladies won 8 awards, including best film and best director.
