The highly anticipated 5th Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 took place in Mumbai on Sunday, December 1. The event witnessed the presence of numerous celebrities, including actors, directors, showrunners, and technical teams.
Ahead of the ceremony, nominations were revealed across 39 categories, highlighting the finest web series and films of the year.
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Top Contenders and Iconic Wins of Filmfare OTT Awards 2024
Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar led the pack with a staggering 16 nominations, closely followed by Guns & Gulaabs with 12 and Kaala Paani with 8. Other notable contenders included Kota Factory Season 3, Made in Heaven Season 2, and Mumbai Diaries Season 2, each securing 7 nominations. Here is the complete list of winners celebrating excellence in web series and web films, as announced by Filmfare:
Best in Web Series
- Best Series: The Railway Men took the top honor, winning praise for its gripping narrative.
- Best Director, Series: Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani clinched the award for Kaala Paani.
- Outstanding Performances:
- Drama (Male): Gagan Dev Riar impressed with his portrayal in Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
- Drama (Female): Manisha Koirala shone as the lead in Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.
- Comedy (Male): Rajkummar Rao’s quirky brilliance in Guns & Gulaabs earned him the accolade.
- Comedy (Female): Geetanjali Kulkarni’s charming performance in Gullak Season 4 was a standout.
Supporting roles also took center stage, with R. Madhavan (The Railway Men) and Mona Singh (Made in Heaven Season 2) winning for drama, while Faisal Malik (Panchayat Season 3) and Nidhi Bisht (Maamla Legal Hai) claimed comedy honors.
Dominance of Web Originals
In the film category, Amar Singh Chamkila emerged as a powerhouse:
- Best Film, Web Original: Amar Singh Chamkila
- Best Director, Web Original: Imtiaz Ali, whose vision brought the iconic story to life.
- Best Actor (Male): Diljit Dosanjh delivered a compelling performance as Chamkila, earning him the top spot.
- Best Actor (Female): Kareena Kapoor Khan won for Jaane Jaan, showcasing her acting prowess.
Supporting performances were also celebrated, with Jaideep Ahlawat (Maharaj) and Wamiqa Gabbi (Khufiya) stealing the show.
Technical Mastery and Creative Brilliance
The technical categories reflected the innovation and artistry behind these productions:
- Best Cinematographer: Sudeep Chatterjee and team (Heeramandi), Sylvester Fonseca (Amar Singh Chamkila).
- Best Background Music: A.R. Rahman’s evocative score in Amar Singh Chamkila left an indelible mark.
- Best Story, Film: Zoya Akhtar and team’s Kho Gaye Hum Kahan was celebrated for its original narrative.
Critics’ Choice Winners
- Best Series: Guns & Gulaabs captivated critics with its unique storytelling.
- Best Actor (Male): Kay Kay Menon (Bambai Meri Jaan) delivered an unforgettable performance.
- Best Actor (Female): Huma Qureshi (Maharani S03) impressed with her nuanced portrayal.
In films, Jaane Jaan received the Critics’ Award for Best Film, with Jaideep Ahlawat and Ananya Panday earning acting honors.
Special Recognition
Debutants were lauded, with Arjun Varain Singh (Kho Gaye Hum Kahan) receiving special recognition for his exemplary contribution.
The Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 was a dazzling celebration of the year’s finest achievements in streaming. With spectacular wins and heartfelt recognition, the ceremony reaffirmed the burgeoning power of the OTT space in reshaping storytelling.
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FAQs
When and where were the Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 held?
The 5th edition took place on Sunday, December 1, 2024, in Mumbai.
Which web series received the most nominations?
Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar led with 16 nominations, followed by Guns & Gulaabs with 12 and Kaala Paani with 8.
Who won Best Actor and Best Actress for web original films?
Diljit Dosanjh won Best Actor for Amar Singh Chamkila, and Kareena Kapoor Khan secured Best Actress for Jaane Jaan.
What was awarded Best Series and Best Film in the critics’ categories?
Guns & Gulaabs won Best Series (Critics), while Jaane Jaan was named Best Film (Critics).
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