The IIFA Awards 2025 was a night of celebration, surprises, and stellar performances. The grand event, held in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, saw Laapataa Ladies dominating the awards with ten wins, while Kartik Aaryan bagged the Best Actor title.
Top Honours
Best Film: Laapataa Ladies
Best Director: Kiran Rao (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Actor: Kartik Aaryan (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3)
Best Actress: Nitanshi Goel (Laapataa Ladies)
Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, a heartwarming comedy about two brides accidentally swapped on a train, won big, taking home the most prestigious awards of the night. Kartik Aaryan’s performance in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 earned him the Best Actor award, while Nitanshi Goel’s role in Laapataa Ladies secured her Best Actress.
Rising Stars Shine Bright
Best Male Debut: Lakshya Lalwani (Kill)
Best Female Debut: Pratibha Ranta (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Directorial Debut: Kunal Kemmu (Madgaon Express)
The night also celebrated fresh talent, with Lakshya Lalwani and Pratibha Ranta making strong first impressions.
Music That Ruled the Charts
Best Music Director: Ram Sampath (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Lyrics: Prashant Pandey for “Sajni” (Laapataa Ladies)
Best Singer (Male): Jubin Nautiyal for “Dua” (Article 370)
Best Singer (Female): Shreya Ghoshal for “Ami Je Tomar 3.0” (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3)
The IIFA stage also came alive with electrifying performances by Bollywood’s biggest names, making it a night to remember.
