What began as an acceptance speech became a powerful reminder to cherish love, live fully, and honour those who shape us. Winning Youth Icon of the Year (Movies), Iswarya Menon transformed her moment in the spotlight into one of the most heartfelt highlights of the evening. As the audience applauded her achievement, Iswarya invited her mother on stage and dedicated the award to the woman she called her greatest strength. "She is me and I am her. We are one," she said, leaving

She may not always be seen on screen, but this award-winning artist proved that some stars are heard before they're recognized. Mahalakshmi emerged as one of the biggest crowd favourites of the evening, winning Best Dubbing Artist of the Year (Movies) for her exceptional work as the voice behind Rashmika Mandanna's Srivalli in Pushpa 2: The Rule. The celebration reached another level when Mahalakshmi recreated one of Srivalli's iconic dialogues live on stage. Her impeccable t

An award-winning performance, a memorable announcement, and an exciting new chapter ahead. Sachana Namidass celebrated a breakthrough moment as she won Special Performance in a Supporting Role for her impactful portrayal in Maharaja. Her nuanced performance earned widespread appreciation, making this recognition a well-deserved milestone in her growing career. The award was presented by singer Pragathi Guruprasad, who had earlier mesmerized the audience with a soulful perform