India, March 7 -- Replacing the Nandi Awards, which were held in a unified Andhra Pradesh state, the Gaddar Film Awards were launched in 2025 by the Telangana state government for films released in 2024. The 2025 awards were announced on Saturday, with the government, led by CM Revanth Reddy, recognising excellence in cinema.

While the awards show will be held on Ugadi, March 19, with Tollywood celebrities in attendance, the announced list shows that Naga Chaitanya and Rashmika Mandanna won big this year. A jury led by filmmaker Thammareddy Bharadwaj announced the winners of the second year of the Gaddar Awards. See the full list:

Best Film: Raju Weds Rambai

Second Best Film: Dhandoraa

Third Best Film: The Great Pre-Wedding Show

Best...