Ahmedabad: The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 turned out to be a historic night for Indian cinema as Kiran Rao’s critically acclaimed film ‘Laapataa Ladies’ swept the ceremony with an astounding 13 awards, matching the all-time record set by Gully Boy six years ago. The grand event took place in Gujarat’s capital Ahmedabad, dazzling audiences with glamour, performances and unforgettable moments.
The biggest highlight of the night was the return of Shah Rukh Khan as host after 17 years. Teaming up with filmmaker Karan Johar, SRK brought charm, wit and nostalgia to the stage. Along with Bollywood superstars, artistes from the Bhojpuri film industry also made their presence felt, showcasing the growing unity of Indian cinema.
Red Carpet & Celebration of Cinema
Held on October 11, the star-studded evening featured a spectacular red carpet, flashing cameras and breathtaking fashion. Fans across the country eagerly awaited the show, and it delivered on every front, becoming one of the most memorable editions in Filmfare history.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ Becomes the Night’s Biggest Winner
Despite being a modest-budget film, Laapataa Ladies emerged as the ultimate champion, earning awards across major categories including Best Film and Best Director. The film’s powerful storytelling and strong performances made it the talk of the night.
Top Acting Honours
In a rare moment, Abhishek Bachchan and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor award, while Alia Bhatt won Best Actress for her performance in Jigra.
Rajkummar Rao bagged the Best Actor (Critics) for Stree 2, and Pratibha Ranta won Best Actress (Critics).
Ravi Kishan and Chhaya Kadam, both from Laapataa Ladies, claimed the Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress awards respectively, further cementing the film’s dominance.
Filmfare Awards 2025 – Major Winners
- Best Film: Laapataa Ladies
- Best Director: Kiran Rao (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Film (Critics): I Want to Talk
- Best Actor (Lead): Abhishek Bachchan, Kartik Aaryan
- Best Actress (Lead): Alia Bhatt (Jigra)
- Best Actor (Critics): Rajkummar Rao (Stree 2)
- Best Actress (Critics): Pratibha Ranta
- Best Supporting Actor: Ravi Kishan (Laapataa Ladies)
- Best Supporting Actress: Chhaya Kadam (Laapataa Ladies)
With 13 victories, Laapataa Ladies not only dominated the evening but also created history, proving that strong content and storytelling can triumph over scale and budget. The 2025 Filmfare Awards will be remembered as the year when cinema, sincerity and celebration came together on one grand stage.
