Hyderabad, Telangana
The inaugural Telangana Gaddar Film Awards (TGFA) 2024 took place on June 14, 2025, at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre. Organized by Gnapika Entertainments Pvt. Ltd., the event celebrated excellence in Telugu cinema.
The TGFA recognizes contributions to Telugu cinema since Telangana's formation in 2014, covering films from 2024 and a retrospective from 2014-2023.
Event Highlights:
Esteemed Political Presence: The event was graced by key political figures. –
• Hon'ble Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy: Attended as chief guest, presenting awards and discussing Hyderabad's film industry growth. He announced TGFA replaces the Nandi Awards.
• Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka: Participated in the lamp-lighting. –
• Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy: Collaborated with organizers and presented awards.
Celebrity Turnout: Top Telugu film celebrities attended to celebrate achievements. Notable attendees included:
• Nandamuri Balakrishna (Actor & Former MP): Honored with the NTR National Award for outstanding contribution to Indian Cinema.
• Icon Star Allu Arjun: Received Best Leading Actor for "Pushpa 2: The Rule."
• Dil Raju (Chairman, Telangana Film Development Corporation): Played a pivotal role in organizing the awards.
• S.S. Rajamouli - Mani Ratnam - Suhasini - Vijay Devarakonda - Niveda Thomas - And many more.
The event was flawlessly executed by Gnapika Entertainments Pvt. Ltd.
Award Categories and Winners: Awards recognized cinematic achievements:
• Best Actor: Allu Arjun for "Pushpa 2: The Rule"
• Best Actress: Nivetha Thomas for "35: Chinna Katha Kaadu"
• Best Director: Nag Ashwin for "Kalki 2898 AD"
• Best Feature Film: "Kalki 2898 AD"
• NTR National Film Award: Nandamuri Balakrishna
• Paidi Jairaj Film Award: Mani Ratnam
Jury and Felicitation: The jury, headed by Jayasudha, was felicitated by the Chief Minister.
DescriptionThe Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2024 was not just an awards ceremony but a grand celebration of Telugu cinema's rich legacy and promising future, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural calendar of Telangana.
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