IWMBuzz Digital Awards Season 8: Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi and Nushratt Bharuccha among top OTT winners; check complete list
Several leading stars and streaming titles emerged victorious at the IWMBuzz Digital Awards Season 8, reflecting the growing popularity of digital content and the strong impact of OTT storytelling among audiences.
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Digital entertainment took center stage as the IWMBuzz Digital Awards Season 8 celebrated the finest performances and creative achievements from the OTT world. Over the past few years, streaming platforms have transformed the entertainment landscape by offering fresh stories and unique characters that connect with audiences across the country. This year's winners reflected that growing influence, with several acclaimed actors and creators receiving recognition for their exceptional work. Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Sanjay Kapoor, Gulshan Grover and Anupam Kher emerged as some of the biggest names honored at the prestigious awards ceremony.
Rajkummar Rao wins Best Actor for Toaster
Rajkummar Rao took home the Best Actor award for Toaster, a dark comedy thriller that features Sanya Malhotra, Abhishek Banerjee and Archana Puran Singh in key roles, with Patralekhaa featuring in special cameo appearance. The story revolves around a miserly man whose obsession with getting back an expensive toaster gifted at a wedding leads to a series of chaotic and unexpected events.
Pankaj Tripathi shines with Criminal Justice 4
Pankaj Tripathi was honored with the Best Actor (Jury) award for Criminal Justice 4. The popular legal drama once again brought back Madhav Mishra, the sharp yet compassionate lawyer who has become one of the most loved characters on streaming platforms. The latest season follows a complicated murder case involving a respected doctor and hidden family secrets. Featuring Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Surveen Chawla, Asha Negi and Shweta Basu Prasad, the series kept audiences engaged with its courtroom battles, emotional conflicts and unexpected twists.
Nushrratt Bharuccha bags Powerhouse Actor of the Year
Nushrratt Bharuccha was recognized as the Powerhouse Actor of the Year for her consistent efforts in delivering impactful performances. The actor has steadily expanded her range through diverse roles and continues to impress audiences with her ability to adapt to different genres.
Sanjay Kapoor earns Impact Performer of the Year for Sankalp
Sanjay Kapoor won the Impact Performer of the Year award for Sankalp, a gripping socio-political drama that explores power, influence and institutional control. The series stars Nana Patekar, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Neeraj Kabi and Kubbra Sait alongside Kapoor. The story revolves around a powerful political strategist who trains civil service aspirants to serve his long-term agenda and settle old scores through administrative influence.
Anupam Kher wins Best Director for Tanvi: The Great
Veteran actor and filmmaker Anupam Kher received the Best Director award for Tanvi: The Great. The emotional drama tells the inspiring story of Tanvi Raina, a young woman on the autism spectrum who sets out to fulfill her late father's dream of saluting the national flag at the Siachen Glacier. Featuring Shubhangi Dutt, Pallavi Joshi, Boman Irani, Karan Tacker and Jackie Shroff, the film has been appreciated for its emotional storytelling and uplifting message about determination and courage.
Gulshan Grover impresses audiences with Matka King
Gulshan Grover earned recognition for his powerful performance in Matka King, a crime drama set in the underworld of 1960s Mumbai. Headlined by Vijay Varma alongside Sai Tamhankar and Kritika Kamra, the series follows the rise of a cotton trader who creates a gambling empire and gradually transforms into one of the city's most influential figures.
Check out complete winners list of IWMBuzz Digital Awards Season 8 here
(JURY)
Best Web Series
The Ba***ds Of Bollywood, Netflix
Best Actor In A Comic Role In A Web Series
Kunal Khemu, Single Papa, Netflix
Best Actress In A Comic Role In A Web Series
Nidhi Bisht, Maamla Legal Hai S2, Netflix
Best Actor In A Web Series
Manoj Bajpayee, The Family Man S3, Prime Video
Best Actress In A Web Series
Divya Dutta, Chiraiya, SVF Entertainment, Jio Hotstar
Best Supporting Actor In A Web Series
Rajat Bedi, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Netflix
Best Supporting Actress In A Web Series
Kubbra Sait, Sankalp, Amazon MX Player
Best Performer In A Negative Role In A Web Series
Gulshan Grover, Matka King, Prime Video
Best Cinematography In A Web Series
Malay Prakash, Freedom At Midnight S2, Emmay Entertainment, Sony LIV
Best Direction In A Web Series
Aryan Khan, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Netflix
Best Editing In A Web Series
Nitin Baid, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Netflix
Best Music (Originals) In A Web Series
Sangeet & Siddharth Haldipur, Aspirants S3, TVF, Prime Video
Best Dialogues In A Web Series
Chandan Kumar, Sankalp, Amazon MX Player
Best Story In A Web Series
Neeraj Udhwani & Ishita Moitra, Single Papa, Netflix
Best Background Score In A Web Series
Naren Chandavarkar & Benedict Taylor, Kohrra: 2, Netflix
Best Screenplay In A Web Series
Gunjit Chopra, Diggi Sisodia & Sudip Sharma, Kohrra: 2, Netflix
Best Casting Director In A Web Series
Mukesh Chhabra, Daldal, Abundantia Entertainment, Prime Video
Best Web Series in Regional Language (excl. Hindi)
Bibhishon, ZEE Bangla, ZEE 5
Best VFX In A Web Series
Space Gen: Chandrayaan, TVF, JioHotstar
Best Styling In A Web Series
Aastha Sharma, The Royals, Netflix, Pritish Nandy Communications
Best Debut In A Web Series
Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Gram Chikitsalay, Prime Video, TVF
Best Digital Film (Above 60 Mins)
Kaalidhar Laapata, Zee 5, Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment
Best Actor In A Digital Film
Rajkummar Rao, Toaster, Netflix
Best Actress In A Digital Film
Konkona Sensharma, Accused, Netflix
Best Direction In A Digital Film
Anurag Kashyap, Nishaanchi Part 2, Prime Video
Best Supporting Actor In Digital Film
Daivik Baghela, Kaalidhar Laapata, Zee5, Emmay Entertainment
Best Supporting Actress In A Digital Film
Ayesha Raza, Aap Jaisa Koi, Netflix
Best Performer In A Negative Role In A Digital Film (Female)
Mona Singh, Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Best Performer In A Negative Role In A Digital Film (Male)
Aditya Rawal, Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Best Cinematography In A Digital Film
Arnold Fernandes, Baramulla, Netflix
Best Editing In A Digital Film
Tanya Chhabria, Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, Netflix
Best Music (Originals) In A Digital Film
Rochak Kohli, Aap Jaisa Koi, Netflix
Best Dialogues In A Digital Film
Suresh Triveni, Saurabh Dwivedi & Prajwal Chandrashekar, Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Best Background Score In A Digital Film
Rohan Vinayak Music, Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Best Screenplay In A Digital Film
Sima Agarwal & Yash Keswani, Accused, Netflix
Best Casting Director In A Digital Film
Anmol Ahuja (Casting Bay), Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Best Digital Film in Regional Language (excl. Hindi)
Made In Korea, Netflix
Best Micro Drama
The Hidden King, Story TV
Best Actor In A Micro Drama
Nishant Malkani, Kismat Ka Waaris, Story TV
Best Actress In A Micro Drama
Ashi Singh, Desi Influencerz: CEO vs. CEO, Tadka (JioHotstar)
Best Direction In A Micro Drama
Farhan Zamma, Desi Influencerz: CEO vs. CEO, Tadka (JioHotstar)
Best Supporting Actor In A Micro Drama
Worship Khanna, Powerplay Meerut Express Mrityunjay, Tadka (JioHotstar)
Best Supporting Actress In A Micro Drama
Priyanshi Raghuvanshi, Section F Ka Only Boy, Tadka (JioHotstar)
Best Cinematography In A Micro Drama
Sutradhaar Films, Param Yoddha Ki Vaapsi, Quick TV
Best Editing In A Micro Drama
Sutradhaar Films, Vidhata Ki Vaapsi, Quick TV
Best Story In A Micro Drama
Drashty & Ankur, Mitti Ka Sher, Tadka (JioHotstar)
Best Dialogues In A Micro Drama
Ritesh Kumar, Phir Bhi Tumko Chahunga, Quick TV
Best Music (Originals) In A Micro Drama
Khaki Banda (Hitesh Kumar), Tera Mera Sach, Quick TV
Best VFX In A Micro Drama
Valmiki Pictures, Amar Yoddha, Quick TV
Best Original Podcast Series
Game Changers with Komal Nahta, Bohra Films and Entertainment, Film Information
Best Non-Fiction Series Of The Year
Rise & Fall (Season 1), Amazon MX Player
(POPULAR)
Most Popular Web Series
Panchayat Season 4, Prime Video, TVF
Most Popular Actor In A Web Series
Lakshya, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Netflix
Most Popular Actress In A Web Series
Bhumi Pednekkar, Daldal, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Most Popular Actor In A Comic Role In A Web Series
Raghav Juyal, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Netflix
Most Popular Digital Film On The Web (Above 60 mins)
Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Most Popular Actor In A Digital Film
Manoj Bajpayee, Inspector Zende, Netflix
Most Popular Actress In A Digital Film
Radhikka Madan, Subedaar, Prime Video, Abundantia Entertainment
Most Popular Non-Fiction Show
The Great Indian Kapil Show, Netflix
Most Popular Micro Drama
Desi Influencerz: CEO vs. CEO, Tadka (JioHotstar)
(EDITORIAL)
Best Actor (Critics Choice): Series
Pankaj Tripathi, Criminal Justice: A Family Matter, Jio Hotstar, Applause Entertainment
Best Actor (Critics Choice): Films
Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Costao, Zee 5
Best Actress (Critics Choice): Series
Kajol, The Trial S2, Jio Hotstar
Best Web Series (Critics Choice)
Matka King, Prime Video
Best Musical Drama (Critics Choice)
Hai Junoon, Jio Creative Labs
Best Micro Drama (Critics Choice)
Trip to Hell, Indian Storytellers
Best Actor In Comic Role (Critics Choice)
Amol Parashar, Gram Chikitsalay, Prime Video, TVF
(SPECIAL AWARDS)
Timeless Performer
Rajpal Yadav
Power House Actor
Nushrratt Bharuccha
Cinematic Icon Of The Year
Jaideep Ahlawat
Breakthrough Actor Of The Year
Kay Kay Menon, Special Ops S2, Jio Hotstar
Impact Actor Of The Year
Sanjay Kapoor, Sankalp, Amazon MX Player
Pathbreaking Star Of The Year
Vineet Kumar Singh, Hello Bachhon, Netflix, TVF
Impactful Performer of The Year
Chitrangda Singh, Raat Akeli Hai 2, Netflix
Performer Of The Year
Vijay Varma, Matka King, Prime Video
Most Versatile Actress
Mona Singh
Reinvention Icon
Anupam Kher
Over the past few years, streaming platforms have transformed the entertainment landscape by offering fresh stories and unique characters that connect with audiences across the country.
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