71st National Awards 2025: Bhagavanth Kesari Bags Best Telugu Feature Film

Telugu cinema took center stage at the 71st National Film Awards, with several groundbreaking wins underscoring its rising influence in Indian filmmaking. Blending mass appeal with artistic depth, films like Bhagavanth Kesari, Balagam, and Hanuman earned top honors, showcasing the industry’s creative evolution.

Telugu films stood out for their emotional storytelling, genre diversity, and strong performances, reflecting both cultural roots and cinematic excellence. From action to lyrical brilliance, the wins mark a significant recognition for Telugu talent in 2023.

Key Telugu Winners:

• Best Regional Film: Bhagavanth Kesari (I Don’t Care)
• Best AVGC Film: Hanu-Man
• Best Action Choreography: Hanu-Man
• Best Lyricist: Kasarla Shyam (Ooru Palletooru – Balagam)
• Best Male Playback Singer: PVN S Rohit (Premisthunna – Baby)
• Sukriti Veni won Best Child Artist (Shared) for her heartfelt role in Gandhi Tatha Chettu, portraying innocence with depth.