The 25th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA Awards 2025) Awards took place on March 8 and 9, 2025, at RIICO Industrial Area in Jaipur, Rajasthan. This highly anticipated event brought together Bollywood’s biggest stars for a night of celebration, recognizing the best performances, films, and technical achievements of the past year.
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One of the biggest highlights of the evening was the dominance of Laapataa Ladies, which not only led the nominations with nine but also won ten awards, including Best Film, Best Director for Kiran Rao, Best Actress for Nitanshi Goel, and Best Supporting Actor for Ravi Kishan.
Laapataa Ladies Steals the Spotlight
Laapataa Ladies, produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and Jyoti Deshpande, was the most celebrated film of the night. The film, which tells a compelling story of lost identities and self-discovery, resonated strongly with both audiences and critics. Kiran Rao won Best Director, marking a strong return to direction after several years.
Nitanshi Goel’s portrayal of Phool Kumari earned her the Best Actress award, a major milestone in her career. Ravi Kishan, known for his powerful performances, bagged Best Supporting Actor for his role as Shyam Manohar.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Stree 2, and Article 370 Among the Top Contenders
While Laapataa Ladies led the nominations, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 followed closely with seven nominations. Kartik Aaryan won Best Actor for his performance as Rooh Baba, further solidifying his place as one of Bollywood’s leading stars.
Stree 2 – Sarkate Ka Aatank received six nominations, while Article 370, a politically charged drama, had five nominations and won for Best Dialogue. The high-octane action thriller Kill, known for its intense action sequences, secured four nominations and won for Best Cinematography and Best Sound Design.
Complete List of Winners
Major Awards
Best Film – Laapataa Ladies
Best Director – Kiran Rao (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Actor – Kartik Aaryan (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 as Rooh Baba)
Best Actress – Nitanshi Goel (Laapataa Ladies as Phool Kumari)
Best Supporting Actor – Ravi Kishan (Laapataa Ladies as Shyam Manohar)
Best Supporting Actress – Janki Bodiwala (Shaitaan as Jahnvi Rishi)
Best Performance in a Negative Role – Raghav Juyal (Kill as Fani)
Best Debut Director – Kunal Khemu (Madgaon Express)
Best Debut Performances
Star Debut of the Year (Male) – Lakshya Lalwani for Kill
Star Debut of the Year (Female) – Pratibha Ranta for Laapataa Ladies
Music Awards
Best Music Director – Ram Sampath for Laapataa Ladies
Best Lyricist – Prashant Pandey
Technical Awards
Best Story (Adapted) – Sriram Raghavan, Arijit Biswas, Pooja Ladha Surti, Anukriti Pandey (Merry Christmas)
Best Screenplay – Sneha Desai (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Dialogue – Arjun Dhawan, Aditya Dhar, Aditya Suhas Jambhale, Monal Thaakar (Article 370)
Best Cinematography – Rafey Mehmood (Kill)
Best Editing – Jabeen Merchant (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Choreography – Bosco–Caesar (Tauba Tauba – Bad Newz)
Best Sound Mixing – Subash Sahoo, Boloy Kumar Doloi, Rahul Karpe (Kill)
Best Sound Design – Subash Sahoo (Kill)
Best Special Effects – Red Chillies VFX (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3)
Special Honors
Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema – Rakesh Roshan
We Can Make A Change Award – Juhi Chawla
A Star-Studded IIFA Awards 2025 in Jaipur
The 25th IIFA Awards, held on March 8-9, 2025, in Jaipur, was a celebration of the best in Bollywood. Laapataa Ladies was the big winner of the night, taking home 10 awards, including Best Film, Best Director for Kiran Rao, and Best Actress for Nitanshi Goel. Kartik Aaryan won Best Actor for his role in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, while Ravi Kishan and Shreya Ghoshal also received recognition for their supporting roles and music.
The evening also saw new talents like Lakshya Lalwani and Pratibha Ranta being recognized for their debut performances. The technical awards highlighted achievements in cinematography, sound design, and choreography, showcasing the industry’s growing technical skills. Overall, the event not only honored excellence in film but also set the stage for the future of Indian cinema, leaving fans excited for what’s to come next year.
