The IIFA Utsavam 2024, a dazzling celebration of South Indian film excellence, took place in Abu Dhabi, bringing together a constellation of stars from the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada industries, alongside Bollywood's biggest names. The event was a testament to the growing connection between these vibrant cinematic worlds.

A Night of Glamour and Recognition:

The red carpet was a spectacle of glitz and glamour, adorned by leading actors like Mani Ratnam, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Chiranjeevi, Nandamuri Balakrishna, AR Rahman, Rana Daggubati, and Venkatesh Daggubati. Bollywood icons Aishwarya Rai, Shahid Kapoor, Ananya Panday, Kriti Sanon, Karan Johar, Javed Akhtar, and Shabana Azmi added to the event's allure.

Celebrating South Indian Cinema:

The IIFA Utsavam 2024 focused on acknowledging the achievements of the South Indian film industry, with a special emphasis on the popular categories that resonated with audiences across languages.

Telugu Film Industry Winners:

Here are the winners for the Telugu film industry, showcasing the diverse talent and captivating narratives that this film industry has to offer:

Best Picture: Dasara, produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri

Direction: Anil Ravipudi for Bhagavanth Kesari

Performance in a Leading Role (Female): Mrunal Thakur for Hi Nanna

Performance in a Leading Role (Male): Nani for Dasara

Performance in a Supporting Role (Female): Varalaxmi Sarathkumar for Veera Simha Reddy (God Of Masses)

Performance in a Supporting Role (Male): Brahmanandam for Ranga Maarthaanda

Performance in a Negative Role: Shine Tom Chacko for Dasara

Music Direction: Hesham Abdul Wahab for Hi Nanna

Lyrics: Anantha Sriram for the song "O Rendu Prema Meghaalila" from Baby

Playback Singer (Male): Rahul Sipligunj for the song "Ayyayyo" from Mem Famous

Playback Singer (Female): Mangli for the song "Ooru Palletootu" from Balagam

Looking Ahead:

The IIFA Utsavam 2024 was a significant celebration of the cultural richness and cinematic prowess of South Indian film industries. The event served as a powerful platform for showcasing the region's talent, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the bonds between different film communities. It's clear that the future of Indian cinema is bright, with South Indian films playing an increasingly important role in shaping the landscape of entertainment.