Nandamuri Balakrishna was honoured with the NTR National Award at the inaugural Telangana Film Gaddar Awards 2025. He expressed his gratitude to Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and the Government for establishing a national award in the name of his legendary father, NTR. Balakrishna proudly accepted the award and donated the cash prize to Basavatharakam Indo American Cancer Hospital. He emphasized that arts represent humanity and cannot be maligned by politics.
The Gaddar Awards ceremony was a memorable event, with several notable winners. Allu Arjun received the Best Actor award for his role in Pushpa and thanked the Telangana Government for making it a memorable occasion. Allu Arjun received his award from CM Revanth Reddy and gave a heartfelt speech addressing his fans. “I thank the government of Telangana and CM Revanth Reddy garu for organizing the first Gaddar Awards in a grand manner. I hope it continues the same way every year. This is my first award for Pushpa 2, and I’d like to dedicate it to all my fans. I love you, my Army!"
Other notable winners included Mani Ratnam, who received the Paidi Jairaj Film Award, and Sukumar, who received the B N Reddy Film Award. The inaugural Telangana Film Gaddar Awards recognized excellence in the film industry, honouring notable personalities for their contributions. Vijay Deverakonda received the Kantha Rao Film Award, and MM Keeravani received special recognition for winning an Oscar as a Telugu creative personnel. The awards ceremony was attended by several guests and winners, making it a memorable event.
The Gaddar Awards aim to promote and recognize outstanding work in the film industry. The event was a celebration of the industry's talent and creativity, with the winners expressing their gratitude and appreciation for the recognition. The awards ceremony set a positive tone for the future of the film industry, acknowledging the hard work and dedication of its professionals.