Mumbai: NDTV Marathi, the flagship Marathi news channel of NDTV, has officially launched the NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards, a groundbreaking new initiative designed to recognize and celebrate exceptional talent and contributions to Marathi entertainment across the domains of Movies, Television, and OTT.
The channel, which has already established a significant presence in the Marathi media landscape with its in-depth election coverage and thought-provoking political conclaves, is now expanding its reach to honour the vibrant Marathi entertainment industry. This space, known for its rich storytelling, cultural depth, and artistic expression, continues to captivate audiences both within India and abroad.
“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,” said Niyati Bohra, Executive Editor, NDTV Marathi.
The NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards will shine a spotlight on the finest talent in Marathi cinema, television, and OTT content. The awards aim to honor the artists, filmmakers, content creators, and production houses whose work has made a significant impact on shaping the Marathi entertainment landscape. Categories will span a wide array of achievements, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor in Leading and Supporting Roles, Best Actress in Leading and Supporting Roles, and several others, across both jury and critics’ awards.
The award categories include:
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
The Critics’ Awards will also be presented in the following categories:
Critics Award Best Film
Critics Award Best Actor
Critics Award Best Actress
Critics Award Best Director
Commenting on the broader significance of the awards, Gaurav Dewani, Revenue Head, NDTV Brand Studio, stated, “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.”
The awards will feature an esteemed jury of industry leaders, including 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).
With its extensive range of categories, distinguished jury, and the recognition of outstanding talent in the Marathi entertainment industry, the NDTV Marathi Entertainment Awards 2025 is poised to become a premier event that will set new benchmarks and celebrate creative excellence in Marathi film and television.
