To Honour Excellence in Marathi Entertainment
The first ever edition is set to take place on 24th Feb at Mumbai
NDTV Marathi, the flagship Marathi news channel of NDTV, is proud to announce the launch of the NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards, a prestigious new platform to recognize and celebrate outstanding contribution to Marathi entertainment across Movies, Television, and OTT.
In just its first year, NDTV Marathi has already made a significant impact in the Marathi media landscape, earning widespread recognition for its comprehensive election coverage and thought-provoking political conclaves. Building on this momentum the channel is now expanding its reach to honour excellence in Marathi entertainment industry, a space that continues to captivate audiences with its rich storytelling and cultural depth.
The NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards will spotlight the finest talent in Marathi cinema, television and OTT, acknowledging artists, filmmakers, content creators, and production houses that have significantly contributed to shaping the Marathi entertainment landscape.
The Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 will feature winners across Jury, Critics, and Special Categories, ensuring a comprehensive and fair evaluation of talent and creativity. The esteemed jury for this year includes industry stalwarts such as Bharat Dabholkar (Advertising Professional, Writer, Director), Swapna Waghmare Joshi (Director, Writer, Producer), Usha Kakade (Founder-President, Gravittus Foundation; Producer – UKP), Akshay Bardapurkar, (Founder-Head, Planet Marathi Group), Abhijit Phanse (Producer, Director & Writer, Ravan Future Productions), Aditya Sarpotdar (Film Director, Producer), Rahul Ningappa Khichadi (NDTV Marathi), and Mrs. Nidarshana Ramesh Gowani (Founder, Kamala Ankibhai Gowani Trust).
The award categories span various facets of filmmaking and television, including:
Best Film
Best Director
Best Actor In A Leading Role
Best Actress In A Leading Role
Best Actor In A Supporting Role
Best Actress In A Supporting Role
Best Music Album
Best Playback Singer (Female)
Best Playback Singer (Male)
Best Lyricist
Best Story
Best Screenplay
Best Cinematography
Best Art Direction
Best Background Score
Best Editing
Best Costume Design
Best Series
Best Actress In A Series
Best Direction In A Series
Best TV Show (Fiction)
Best Actor In A TV Show
Best Actress In A TV Show
Best TV Show (Non-Fiction)
Best TV Show Anchor
Additionally, the Critics’ Awards will be presented in the following categories:
Critics Award Best Film
Critics Award Best Actor
Critics Award Best Actress
Critics Award Best Director
With these awards, NDTV Marathi reaffirms its dedication to championing excellence, not only in journalism but also in cultural storytelling.
Niyati Bohra, Executive Editor, NDTV Marathi, stated, “The Marathi entertainment industry is on a remarkable rise. Known for its rich cultural heritage and compelling storytelling, Marathi cinema, television, and digital content have gained traction with audiences worldwide. As NDTV Marathi, we look to recognize the individuals driving this growth and shaping the future of Marathi entertainment.”
Adding to this, Gaurav Dewani, Revenue Head, NDTV Brand Studio, highlighted the broader significance of the initiative, stating, “As NDTV expands its regional presence, the Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 reflects our commitment to driving growth in the regional entertainment space. This initiative not only celebrates exceptional talent but also creates valuable opportunities for brands and stakeholders to connect with engaged local audiences, reinforcing NDTV’s leadership in delivering high-impact partnerships.”
With an extensive range of categories and a distinguished jury, the NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 is set to establish itself as a premier event, elevating industry benchmarks and celebrating creative excellence in Marathi film and television.
