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IIFA 2025: ‘Laapataa Ladies’ wins big – See full winners list here

The 25th International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) took place over the weekend in Jaipur, Rajasthan, and the big winner of the night was ‘Laapataa Ladies’. The film, which garnered significant attention at the event, captivated audiences with its unique narrative and compelling performances. Set against the backdrop of rural India, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ explores the lives of two women who find themselves in unexpected circumstances, leading to a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. The film’s blend of humour, drama, and social commentary made it a standout at the awards, earning praise for its direction, writing, and the powerful performances of its lead actors.

Best Picture
Laapataa Ladies

Best Performance in a Leading Role (Female)
Nitanshi Goel (Laapataa Ladies)

Best Performance in a Leading Role (Male)
Kartik Aaryan (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3)

Best Director
Kiran Rao (Laapataa Ladies)

Best Performance in Negative Role
Raghav Juyal (Kill)

Best Performance in Supporting Role (Female)
Janki Bodiwala (Shaitaan)

Best Performance in Supporting Role (Male)
Ravi Kishan (Laapataa Ladies)

Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cinema
Rakesh Roshan

Best Story (Original) in Popular Category
Biplab Goswami (Laapataa Ladies)

Best Story (Adapted)
Sriram Raghavan, Arijit Biswas, Pooja Surti & Anukriti Pandey (Merry Christmas)

Best Directorial Debut
Kunal Kemmu (Madgaon Express)

Best Debut (Female)
Pratibha Ranta (Laapataa Ladies)

Best Debut (Male)
Lakshya Lalwani (Kill)