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Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Film awards not just formalities, they deserve respect: Dil Raju
The inaugural Gaddar Telangana Film Awards, held in Hyderabad on Saturday, marked the first official film honours instituted by the state government since Telangana's formation in 2014. The event recognised outstanding contributions to Telugu cinema — both creative and technical — across categories, for the period spanning June 2014 to December 2024. While the event saw participation from various members of the Telugu film industry, several awardees, including Dulquer Salman, Shreya Ghoshal , Prashanth Reddy and Rajesh Kallepalli, were conspicuously absent. Their absence did not go unnoticed, with Film Development Corporation Chairman Dil Raju expressing disappointment during a media interaction following the event. 'We organised the Telangana Gaddar Awards ceremony as a big event, after months of hard work, and made it a success. The CM (Revanth Reddy) had initially planned to stay just for an hour. However, as per my request, he stayed for more than two and a half hours and presented awards to everyone,' Raju said. He added, 'If you are being honoured with an award by the government, it becomes your responsibility to receive it with the respect it deserves.' He also noted that even a busy shooting schedule should not be an excuse and urged artistes and technicians to prioritise such occasions and treat them with due importance. TNN
The Hindu
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Telangana Gaddar Film Awards shine bright with star-studded ceremony
The maiden Telangana Gaddar Film Awards (TGFA) ceremony was organised in the presence of prominent film personalities, with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy as the chief guest. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Minister for Cinematography and Roads and Buildings Komatireddy Venkat Reddy and Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju lit the ceremonial lamp to kick off the event, which was also attended by veteran actors Jayaprada, Jayasudha and Suhasini. The iconic State film awards were presented after a gap of 14 years after the Telangana government revived it under the name 'Gaddar Telangana Film Awards', paying tribute to the late revolutionary poet and balladeer Gaddar. Actor Nandamuri Balakrishna received the 'NTR National Film Award', director Mani Ratnam the 'Paidi Jairaj Film Award' and Sukumar the 'BN Reddy Film Award'. The 'Kantha Rao Film Award' was presented to Vijay Devarakonda. Film writer Yandamuri Veerendranath received the 'Raghupathi Venkaiah Film Award'. Veteran actor and jury chairman M. Muralimohan and members of the jury were felicitated. The designer of the TGFA, Ramavath Nagula Naik, and others, including film critic Ponnam Ravichandra, were also honoured at the event. Actor Allu Arjun, who bagged the first best actor award for his blockbuster Pushpa 2, received the award from Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and thanked the government for selecting him for the award. Speaking on the occasion, he said he was truly honoured to receive the first award for Pushpa 2 at the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2024. 'All credit goes to my director Sukumar, my producers and the entire Pushpa team. I dedicate this award to all my fans,' he said. After receiving the 'NTR National Film Award', Nandamuri Balakrishna showered praise on the government for naming the film awards after balladeer Gaddar. He also remembered the contributions of his father, the late N.T. Rama Rao, to the Telugu film industry. Gaddar Foundation chairman and Gaddar's son Suryakiran, TGFDC MD and others were present at the event.
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Awards from government deserve special respect, says Dil Raju
The Telangana State Gaddar Film Awards, revived after a 14-year gap, were expected to be a grand celebration of cinematic excellence and cultural pride but the glaring absence of several Tollywood stars has triggered disappointment. Film Development Corporation (FDC) Chairman and film producer Dil Raju did not mask his frustration on the absence of stars, though he did not name them openly. When awards come from the government, they deserve special respect. The recipients should attend personally, no matter how busy they are, is what he indicated at an interaction with the media thanking them for the support. Notable absentees were stars like Prabhas, Mahesh Babu, NTR and Ram Charan, who are showered with love by the film lovers, and of course, the governments through concessions to them. Several top heroines too were missing from the grand event that was held after a gap of 14 years and for the first time after the formation of Telangana. There will be eyebrows raised and questions asked, which Mr. Dil Raju couldn't ask given his predicament of being close to the top stars producing movies with them. And this was after meticulous planning and invitations extended in advance. In a veiled message, Mr. Dil Raju expressed his displeasure at the absence, reminding that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, though allotted just one hour as per schedule, chose to stay for nearly two-and-a-half hours. The gesture of the government, first in reviving the awards, and later the CM himself spending nearly three hours, should be seen how the film industry is respected. The absence of top stars has also raised some pertinent questions, how serious is the Telugu film industry when it comes to Telangana and its cultural initiatives. The same celebrities regularly grace the film award shows of private groups, and even travel abroad for those shows. How come the government-conducted and culturally significant event is missed. Film lovers are reminded of how, in the undivided Andhra Pradesh, State film awards were star-studded affairs, considered prestigious and eagerly awaited. The revival of the awards in Telangana was expected to bring back that lost glory, but the poor turnout by top actors has dampened that spirit.
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025: Allu Arjun, Nandamuri Balakrishna, Nag Ashwin and more honoured
The winners of the inaugural edition of the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards were presented with the trophies at a star-studded ceremony at Hitex in Hyderabad on Saturday (June 14). Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy felicitated the event, which was also attended by the state's deputy chief minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, cinematography minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy, and Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju. Gaddar Foundation chairman and Gaddar's son Suryakiran and TGFDC MD S Harish were also present at the event. The chief guests presented the winners with a cash prize of ₹5 lakhs and a citation. The evening saw Reddy and Vikramarka present the Paidi Jairaj Film Award (Indian Film Personality) to veteran director Mani Ratnam. Meanwhile, superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna received the NTR National Film Award, while director Sukumar received the BN Reddy Film Award. The Kantha Rao Film Award was presented to actor Vijay Devarakonda, and film writer Yandamuri Veerendranath was awarded the Raghupathi Venkaiah Film Award. Veteran actor and jury chairman M Muralimohan and members of the jury, including jury head, veteran actor Jayasudha, were felicitated as well. The designer of the TGFA, Ramavath Nagula Naik, and film critic Ponnam Ravichandra were also honoured. As a major highlight of the evening, Pushpa star Allu Arjun received the Best Leading Actor award from Chief Minister Reddy, to thunderous applause from the audience. Meanwhile, Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, won the Best Feature Film award. The second and third best feature film awards were bagged by Pottel, directed by Sahit Mothkuri, and Lucky Baskhar, directed by Venky Atluri. Ashwin also took home the Best Director award for Kalki 2898 AD, while Nivetha Thomas was awarded Best Leading Actress for her role in 35 Chinna Katha Kadu. Notably, the Telangana government revived the Telugu film awards this year in honour of revolutionary balladeer Gaddar. The Gaddar Telangana Film Awards marked the first time a ceremony was held in the state to felicitate the film industry since its formation in 2014. Here's the complete list of winners: Best Director: Nag Ashwin for Kalki 2898 AD Best Leading Actor: Allu Arjun for Pushpa 2: The Rule Best Leading Actress: Nivetha Thomas for 35 Chinna Katha Kadhu First Best Feature Film: Kalki 2898 AD Second Best Feature Film: Pottel Third Best Feature Film: Lucky Baskhar Best Supporting Actor: SJ Suryah for Saripodhaa Sanivaaram Best Supporting Actress: Saranya Pradeep for Ambajipeta Marriage Band Best Music Director: Bheems Ceciroleo for Razakar Best Male Playback Singer: Sid Sriram for Ooru Peru Bhairavakona Best Female Playback Singer: Shreya Ghoshal for Pushpa 2: The Rule Feature Film on National Integration, Communal Harmony & Social Uplift: Committee Kurrollu Best Children's Film:35 Chinna Katha Kaadu Feature Film on Environment, Heritage, History: Razakar Best Debut Film Director: Yadu Vamsi for Committee Kurrollu Best Wholesome Entertainment Film: Aay Best Comedian: Satya and Vennela Kishore for Mathu Vadalara 2 Best Child Artist: Arun Dev for 35 Chinna Katha Kadu and Haarika for Mercy Killing Best Story Writer: Siva Paladugu for Music Shop Murthy Best Screenplay Writer: Venky Atluri for Lucky Baskhar Best Lyricist: Chandra Bose for Raju Yadav Best Cinematographer: Vishwanath Reddy for Gaami Best Editor: Navin Nooli for Lucky Baskhar Best Audiographer: Aravind Menon for Gaami Best Choreographer: Ganesh Acharya for Devara Best Art Director: Nitin Zihani Choudhary for Kalki 2898 AD Best Action Choreographer: Chandra Shekar Rathod for Gangster Best Makeup Artist: Nalla Seenu for Razakar Best Costume Designer: Archana Rao and Ajay Kumar for Kalki 2898 AD Special Jury Award 1: Dulquer Salmaan for Lucky Baskhar Special Jury Award 2: Ananya Nagalla for Pottel Special Jury Award 3: Sujith and Sandeep for KA Special Jury Award 4: Prashanth Reddy and Rajesh Kallepalli for Raju Yadav Jury Special Mention: Faria Abdullah for Mathu Vadalara 2
Hans India
15-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Govt keen to turn Hyd into global film city: CM
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, while assuring all the required support for the cine industry, said that the Telangana's Vision Document could include a separate chapter on cine industry. Hence, he urged the cine industry's eminent personalities to come up with proposals for transforming Hyderabad into a global hub of the industry. Addressing a colourful gathering at the first Gaddar film awards function, Revanth Reddy, while underscoring the potential of the Telugu film industry, urged directors like Rajamouli to help make Hyderabad the top destination for filmmakers of not only Bollywood but also Hollywood. He asked the state Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju to come up with plans towards shaping the Vision of 2047, while emphasising the industry's potential and possible contribution to the State's development. 'As Telangana's Vision 2047 is aimed at $ 3 trillion economy and $ 1 trillion economy by 2035, we have to give priority to including the development of the cinema industry. Hyderabad should become the hub of best movies at the global level. We are ready to support, and you should plan to include ideas so that the Vision Document includes a separate chapter,' he said. The Chief Minister clarified that the State government had always remained supportive of the industry and sometimes 'harsh decisions' were inevitable. However, these awards proved that the government recognised and appreciated the artistes and the film industry. While stressing the need for Hyderabad's growth on par with global cities, Revanth Reddy pointed out that out of the Fortune 500 companies, the City housed offices for 85 companies which cannot be undermined. He reiterated that Hyderabad's competition was with global cities and urged the industry to come forward with their proposals. The Chief Minister said that Telangana was inspired by artistes like Gaddar and Ande Sri whose songs continued to arouse the generations of Telangana.
