Telangana Government has declared a huge achievement of the Telugu cinema industry as it has introduced the Gaddar Awards, named after the iconic revolutionary poet and balladeer Gaddar. They are replacing the years ago discontinued Nandi Awards and are the revived state-sponsored film awards after 14 long years.
On June 14, Gaddar Awards will take place in Hyderabad, coinciding with the birthday of Gaddar himself. Through this, the government plans to honor not just film talent but also poetic and artistic pieces that represent Telangana’s cultural heritage.
Allu Arjun wins Best Actor for Pushpa 2
The largest headline to come out of the awards announcement is Allu Arjun being awarded the Best Actor Award for his role in the highly anticipated sequel, Pushpa 2. This is a huge victory for the actor and his fans, particularly given that Pushpa 2 hasn’t been released yet but caused a lot of buzz through teasers and promotional content.
Fans swamped social media with congratulatory messages and memes, hailing their idol’s achievement. Allu Arjun, previously a National Award winner for Pushpa: The Rise, now takes home the first Gaddar Award as well.
Telugu Cinema Celebrates Its Diverse Talent
The Gaddar Awards seek to bring a fair and modern recognition platform to Telugu cinema. The list of winners shows both mainstream successes and critical successes, balancing big budget blockbusters with indie and socially conscious movies.
Gaddar Awards 2024 – Full List of Winners:
- Best Feature Film: Kalki
- Second Best Film: Pottel
- Third Best Film: Lucky Bhaskar
- Best Actor: Allu Arjun (Pushpa 2)
- Best Director: Nag Ashwin (Kalki)
- Best Screenplay: Venky Atluri (Lucky Bhaskar)
- Best Choreographer: Ganesh Acharya (Devara)
- Special Jury Award: Dulquer Salmaan (Lucky Bhaskar)
- Best Supporting Actor: S.J. Surya (Saripodhaa Sanivaaram)
- Best Story Writer: Shiva Paladugu (Music Shop Murthy)
- Best Debut Director: Yadu Vamsi (Committee Kurrollu)
- Best Comedians: Satya and Vennela Kishore (Mathuvadalara 2)
- Best Child Actors: Master Arun Dev (35 Short Story), Baby Harika
- Best Lyricist: Chandra Bose (Raju Yadav)
- Best Cinematographer: Vishwanath Reddy (Gami)
- Best Supporting Actress: Saranya Pradeep (Ambajipet Marriage Band)
- Best Music Director: Bheems Cicerolio (Razakar)
- Best Playback Singers: Sid Sriram (Villain Bhairavakona), Shreya Ghoshal (Sooseki – Pushpa 2)
Revanth Reddy’s Vision Behind the Awards
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy launched the Gaddar Awards with a specific purpose — to reconnect state institutions and the film industry while encouraging artistic integrity and creative excellence. Naming the awards after Gaddar, the icon of people’s resistance and poetic rebellion, indicates the state’s commitment to roots.
Revanth stressed that these awards have nothing to do with cinema, but they are about the Telangana spirit, its poets, marginalized voices, and nonconformist storytellers.
Social Media Frenzy and Trade Reactions
The news has created a vast buzz on social media. Twitter is abuzz with hashtags #GaddarAwards, #AlluArjun, and #TeluguCinema2024 as fans post the list of winners and announce their favorite winners.
Telugu cinema industry members have taken the initiative in a positive manner, welcoming the government’s effort to fill the void created by the disappearance of the Nandi Awards. Film critics, artists, and even opposition party leaders have embraced the awards as a long-pending measure.
Kalki Sweeps with Best Film and Best Director
Nag Ashwin’s ambitious science fiction epic Kalki was the big winner, claiming Best Feature Film and Best Director. The film, featuring Prabhas in a sci-fi avatar, has left fans and critics alike impressed with its visually driven storytelling and scale.
Its identification as a Gaddar Award winner makes it a game-changer contender in Indian cinema. With its philosophical center and innovative visuals, Kalki captures the type of innovation the award wishes to encourage.
New Talents Shine Bright
The Gaddar Awards have also turned the spotlight on new talents. Yadu Vamsi was awarded Best Debut Director for Committee Kurrollu, and child actors such as Master Arun Dev and Baby Harika were also given credit for their emotionally charged performances. Such recognitions are a testament to the jury’s dedication to propagating the next crop of storyellers and performers.
Similarly, Shiva Paladugu’s Best Story Writer award highlights the need for good storytelling in an industry that is sometimes ruled by commercial formulae.
A Celebration Based on Culture and Art
To be held in Hyderabad on June 14, the Gaddar Awards function will be more than a film awards night. It is likely to feature performances based on Telangana folk culture, poetry, and homage to the revolutionary art of Gaddar.
The date is symbolic, as it also happens to be the anniversary of Gaddar’s birth, highlighting that cinema, poetry, and activism can go side by side and inspire each other.
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Conclusion: A Bold New Era for Telugu Film Recognition
With the Gaddar Awards, the Telangana government has made a revolutionary move to restore state-sponsored cultural awards. The step not only honors excellence but also confirms the worth of cinema as a reflection of society.
As the countdown to June 14 starts, everyone now looks towards Hyderabad, where the very first Gaddar Awards will take place. Fans, filmmakers, and critics look forward to a ceremony that combines glamour with greater cultural significance—just like Gaddar himself, who sang not only songs, but revolutions.
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