"Its return to Punjab after seven years is truly commendable"
It was a star-studded evening at Mohali’s PCA Stadium as the Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025 celebrated the finest talent in Punjabi cinema.
The historic evening was graced by Bharat Express CMD and senior journalist Upendrra Rai, who presented the Best Actress Award to the iconic Neeru Bajwa.
Also in attendance was Acharya Pawan Tripathi, Treasurer of the Siddhivinayak Temple Trust.
Bibi Rajni was the big winner of the night, with the film scooping up nine awards.
Amar Hundal won Best Director for the action-drama Warning 2, which starred Gippy Grewal.
The star-studded night witnessed power-packed performances by some of the biggest names in the industry.
Yo Yo Honey Singh, Shehnaaz Gill, Satinder Sartaj, Jacqueline Fernandez, Neeru Bajwa, Maniesh Paul, and Soundarya Sharma lit up the stage with unforgettable acts.
Upendrra Rai lauded the achievements of Punjabi cinema:
“Filmfare Awards is a legendary brand that we have grown up watching.
“Its return to Punjab after seven years is truly commendable, and the credit goes to Abhishek Singh, who left his distinguished career in the Indian Administrative Service to bring this initiative forward.
“His company’s pledge to take Filmfare to every corner of the nation is indeed a remarkable step.”
He further emphasised the collective spirit behind such events:
“When an event is rooted in legacy, it has the power to unite people. No single individual can make a region shine; its true greatness emerges only when everyone comes together to build it.”
On presenting the award to Neeru Bajwa, Upendrra added:
“It was a privilege to present an award to the legendary actress Neeru Bajwa Ji on this stage.”
“This moment is not just an honour for me but also a reflection of the growing stature and global recognition of Punjabi cinema.”
The Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025 marked a significant return to the state after seven years.
The grand celebration not only honoured the best of Punjabi talent but also reinforced the industry’s increasing global influence.
The Full List of Winners at the Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025
Best Film
Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di
Best Director
Amar Hundal – Warning 2
Best Film (Critics’)
Bibi Rajni
Shayar
Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male)
Amrinder Gill – Mittran Da Challeya Truck Ni
Best Actor (Critics’)
Jagjeet Sandhu – Oye Bhole Oye
Best Actor in a Leading Role (Female)
Neeru Bajwa – Shayar
Best Actress (Critics’)
Roopi Gill – Bibi Rajni
Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Male)
Gurpreet Ghuggi – Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di
Hardip Gill – Mittran Da Challeya Truck Ni
Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Female)
Nirmal Rishi – Jatt Nuu Chudail Takri
Best Music Album
Shayar – Beat Minister, Gagz Music, Gurmoh
Best Lyrics
Harmanjeet – Parindey (Jatt Nuu Chudail Takri)
Best Playback Singer (Male)
Satinder Sartaaj – Bhulliye Kive’n (Shayar)
Best Playback Singer (Female)
Jyoti Nooran – Nagri Nagri (Bibi Rajni)
Best Story
Baldev Gill & Amar Hundal – Bibi Rajni
Best Screenplay
Gippy Grewal – Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di
Best Dialogue
Baldev Gill – Bibi Rajni
Best Background Score
Dipesh Varma – Bibi Rajni
Best Sound Design
Parikshit Lalvani & Kunal Mehta – Warning 2
Best Cinematography
Baljit Singh Deo – Bibi Rajni
Best Production Design
Vijay Dulguch – Bibi Rajni
Best Editing
Manish More – Jatt & Juliet 3
Best Costume
Sneha Kumar – Bibi Rajni
Best Choreography
Tushar Kalia – Lehnga (Jatt & Juliet 3)
Best Action
Siraj Sayed – Warning 2
Best Debut Director
Balraj Syal – Apne Ghar Begane
Happy Rode – Rode College
Best Debut Male
Vishal Brar – Rode College
Best Debut Female
Pranjal Dahiya – Rose Rosy Te Gulab
Lifetime Achievement Award
Guggu Gill
Special Jury Award for Pathbreaking Cinema
Jaggi
Anmol Sidhu (Director)
Ramnish Chaudhary (Actor)
Living Legend
Hans Raj Hans