The 25th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on March 8, spotted the rapidly extended digital entertainment sector. The opening IIFA Digital Awards honored extraordinary films and series released on OTT platforms in 2024, which highlights the growing impact of digital storytelling in Indian cinema.

The night became special after the award Panchayat And Imtiaz Ali’s music biopic Amar Singh Shlakila Dominate the show. In acting categories, Kriti Sanon and Wickrante Massey received the top honors for their remarkable performance.

Film category

Best Film: Amar Singh Chakkila

Best Director: Imtiaz Ali for Amar Singh Chashkila

Performance in a leading role (woman): Kriti Sanon for Do Patty

Performance in a major role (male): Wickran Massey for Sector 36

Performance in a supporting role (woman): Anupriya Goenka for Berlin

Performance in a supporting role (male): Deepak Dobiyal for Sector 36

Best Story (original): Kanika Dhillon for Do Strip

Series category

Best Series: Panchayat Season 3

Best Director: Deepak Kumar Mishra for Panchayat Season 3

Performance in a lead role (women): Shreya Chaudhary for Bondish Bandits Season 2

Performance in a major role (male): Jitendra Kumar for Panchayat Season 3

Performance in a supporting role (woman): Sanjida Sheikh Diamond Bazaar for Haramandi

Performance in a supporting role (male): Faisal Malik for Panchayat Season 3

Diverse category

Best Story (original) in a series: Kota Factory Season 3

Best Reality or Non-Scripted Series: Fantastic Lives vs Bollywood Wives

Best Deccurrery/Documentary Film: Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous

Best title track: Anurag Saikia for “Ishaq Hai” from Missmach season 3

The ceremony also had a star-stasted green carpet event, showing many celebrities to show their style and glamor.

IIFA Digital Awards 2025 not only honored the extraordinary talent, but also highlighted the significant impact of OTT platforms in shaping the future of Indian cinema.