On the 20th of February, the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024 honoured outstanding contributions to cinema with a lavish ceremony held at Taj Lands End in Mumbai. This annual event, known as India’s most prestigious award ceremony, dazzled attendees with captivating musical and dance performances, stunning red-carpet appearances, and, above all, a celebration of the immense talent and dedication displayed by the Film and Television industry year after year.
The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards marked the pinnacle of creative efforts with its theme of Cinematic Evolution. The evening featured musical performances by renowned artists such as Javed Ali, Sukhwinder, and Nikhita Gandhi, paying homage to the rich history and legacy of entertainment in India. T he event was graced by the presence of Bollywood luminaries, including Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukherjee, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor, and Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who added to the glamour of the red carpet affair. Seasoned actors Jaaved Jaffrey and Aparshakti Khurana charmed the audience as hosts, captivating them with their natural wit and humor.
Among the highlights of the ceremony was the felicitation of Moushumi Chatterjee for her Outstanding Contribution to the Film Industry. With a remarkable career spanning both Hindi and Bengali cinema, Chatterjee has left an indelible mark with iconic films such as ‘Parineeta’, ‘Anuraag’, ‘Benaam’, and ‘Humshakal’. Her stellar achievements were acknowledged at DPIFF 2024, celebrating her remarkable and diverse contributions to cinema.
Here is the complete list of winners:
- Best Film: Jawan
- Best Actor: Shah Rukh Khan for Jawan
- Best Actress: Rani Mukerji for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway
- Best Director: Sandeep Reddy Vanga for Animal
- Best Cinematographer: Gnana Shekar V. S. For IB71
- Critics Best Film: 12th Fail
- Critics Best Actor: Vicky Kaushal for Sam Bahadur
- Critics Best Actress: Kareena Kapoor Khan for Jaane Jaan
- Critics Best Director: Atlee Kumar for Jawan
- Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Anil Kapoor for Animal
- Best Actor in a Negative Role: Bobby Deol for Animal
- Best Actor in a Comic Role: Ayushmann Khurranna for Dream Girl 2
- Best Actress in a Comic Role: Sanya Malhotra for Kathal
- Most Versatile Actress of the Year: Nayanthara
- Most Promising Actor: Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail
- Most Promising Actress: Adah Sharma for The Kerala Story
- Best International Feature Film: Oppenheimer
- Best Web Series: Farzi
- Best Actor in a Web Series: Shahid Kapoor for Farzi
- Best Actress in a Web Series: Sushmita Sen for Aarya Season 3
- Critics Best Web Series: The Railway Men
- Critics Best Actor in a Web Series: Aditya Roy Kapur for The Night Manager
- Critics Best Actress in a Web Series: Karishma Tanna for Scoop
- Best Short Film: Good Morning
- Best Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander for Jawan
- Best Playback Singer (Male): Varun Jain for ‘Tere Vaaste’ from Zara Hatke Zara Bachke
- Best Playback Singer (Female): Shilpa Rao for ‘Besharam Rang’ from Pathaan
- Outstanding Contribution in Music Industry: K.J. Yesudas
- Outstanding Contribution in Film Industry: Moushumi Chatterjee
- Television Series of the Year: Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin
- Best Actor in a Television Series: Neil Bhatt for Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin
- Best Actress in a Television Series: Rupali Ganguly for Anupamaa
Throughout the years, DPIFF has grown into India’s foremost award ceremony, dedicated to nurturing and promoting the art and science of film through education and cultural exchange. The event continues to uphold the cinematic vision of Dadasaheb Phalke Ji, the Father of Indian Cinema.