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The glittering night of SIIMA Awards 2023 unfolded with glamour and accolades, and here’s a sneak peek into the grandeur and the list of victors.
An Extravaganza of Talent and Glamour SIIMA 2023, now in its 11th edition, once again paid homage to the best of South Indian cinema. This prestigious event, known as the South Indian International Movie Awards, shines a spotlight on exceptional talent across the Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries. The recent edition was nothing short of a star-studded spectacle, with luminaries like Jr NTR, Mrunal Thakur, and Rana Daggubati gracing the resplendent red carpet.
A Tale of Two Days The SIIMA Awards ceremony unfolds in two parts, each with its own unique significance. The first day, aptly named the Generation Next Awards, is a tribute to the rising stars and promising talents of South Indian cinema. On the following day, the main SIIMA awards take center stage to honor the industry’s giants. This year, the 11th SIIMA Awards commenced on September 15 in Dubai, continuing on September 16 at the illustrious World Trade Centre. Notably, the winners are chosen through public polling, while a distinguished jury selects the deserving nominees.
And the Winners Are… Here’s a glimpse of the victors from SIIMA Awards 2023:
Telugu Cinema:
- Best Actor in a Leading Role: Jr NTR for ‘RRR’
- Best Director: SS Rajamouli for ‘RRR’
- Best Film: ‘Sita Ramam’
- Best Debutant Actress: Mrunal Thakur for ‘Sita Ramam’
- Flipkart Fashion Youth Icon: Shruti Haasan
- Best Debutant Producers: Sharath-Anurag for ‘Major’
- Promising Newcomer: Bellamkonda Ganesh
- Best Actor in a Leading Role (Critics): Adivi Sesh
- Best Actress in a Leading Role: Sreeleela for ‘Dhamaka’
- Best Actress in a Leading Role (Critics): Mrunal Thakur for ‘Sita Ramam’
Kannada Cinema:
- Best Actor in a Leading Role (Critics): Rishab Shetty
- Best Film: ‘777 Charlie’
- Sensation of the Year: ‘Karthikeya 2’
- Best Actor in a Negative Role: Achyuth Kunar for ‘Kantara’
- Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Diganth Manchale for ‘Gaalipata 2’
- Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Shubha Raksha for ‘Home Minister’
- Best Debutant Producer: Apeksha Purohit and Pavan Kumar Wadeyar for ‘Dollu’
- Best Debutant Actor: Pruthvi Shamanur
SIIMA Awards 2023 celebrated not only the established luminaries of South Indian cinema but also the budding talents that promise a vibrant future for the industry. With glitz, glamour, and heartfelt applause, this year’s ceremony was a testament to the enduring excellence of South Indian cinema.