Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024: A Night of Recognition and Celebration

The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards, held on February 20th, 2024, recognized and celebrated the best of Indian and international cinema. With a star-studded ceremony, the awards honored prominent actors, directors, and other contributors to the film industry. Here's a detailed breakdown of the winners and their accolades:

Major Awards:

• Best Film: Jawan (India)
• Best Director:
  • Sandeep Reddy Vanga (Jawan)
  • Atlee (Critics' Choice - Jawan)
• Best Actor: Shah Rukh Khan (Jawan)
  • Vicky Kaushal (Critics' Choice - Sam Bahadur)
• Best Actress:
  • Nayanthara (Jawan)
  • Rani Mukerji (Critics' Choice - Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway)
• Best Actor in a Negative Role: Bobby Deol (Animal)

Other Notable Wins:

• Best Film (Critics): 12th Fail
• Best Music Director: Anirudh Ravichander (Jawan)
• Best Playback Singer (Male): Varun Jain and Sachin Jigar (Tere Vaste - Zara Hatke Zara Bachke)
• Best Playback Singer (Female): Shilpa Rao (Besharam Rang - Pathaan)
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Amitabh Bachchan

International Awards:

• Best International Film: Parasite (South Korea)
• Best International Actor: Song Kang-ho (Parasite)
• Best International Actress: Jeon Yeo-bin (Night of the 8th Day)

Additional Highlights:

• The ceremony saw several emotional moments, including Amitabh Bachchan's heartfelt acceptance speech for his Lifetime Achievement Award.
• The event also featured performances by popular singers and actors.
• The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards are known for their inclusivity, recognizing both mainstream and independent films.

Criticism and Controversy:

• As with many award shows, the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards have faced some criticism regarding the selection process and potential biases.
• Some argue that the awards tend to favor commercially successful films over critically acclaimed ones.

Overall, the 2024 Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards provided a platform to celebrate the achievements of talented individuals in Indian and international cinema. The event sparked conversations about the industry's current landscape and its future direction.

It is important to note that the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards are not officially affiliated with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest recognition in Indian cinema.