* Celebrating Excellence in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam Cinema
Bengaluru : Filmfare has announced the “69th SOBHA Filmfare Awards South 2024” in collaboration with Kamar Film Factory at a press conference held at SOBHA Neopolis, Bangalore. This prestigious event honours the best in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam cinema. A special surprise at the press conference saw dignitaries unveiling the iconic black lady trophy for the awards, including actors Malavika Mohanan and Rukmini Vasanth, Jitesh Pillaai (Editor-in-Chief of Filmfare), Sumeet Chunkhare (Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of SOBHA Limited), and Kamar D of Kamar Film Factory.
Adding to the excitement, Filmfare announced the nominations for the upcoming awards. The list features prominent figures across all four cinema industries, including Chiranjeevi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Chinmayi Sripada, Nagabhushana, Mani Ratnam, Anand Deverakonda, Mrunal Thakur, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Ramya Krishnan, Trisha Krishnan, Rama, Anantha Sriram, Biju Menon, Arvind Venugopal, Darshan, Rakshit Shetty, Suka, Siddharth, Joju George, Shreya Ghoshal, Anwar Ali, Anaswara Rajan, and Navya Nair.
Rohit Gopakumar, Director of Worldwide Media and CEO of ZENL BCCL TV & Digital Network, expressed his enthusiasm: “Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada Cinema have profoundly influenced us with their stellar performances and creative brilliance, captivating audiences and setting new benchmarks for Indian cinema. At Filmfare, we are dedicated to honouring this exceptional talent. With the continued support of our audiences and esteemed partners, we are proud to announce the 69th edition of Filmfare Awards South 2024. A night of entertainment and captivating performances awaits our audience.”
Jitesh Pillaai, Editor-in-Chief of Filmfare, added, “The Filmfare Awards South celebrates the remarkable talent from Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam cinema that excel in storytelling and resonate with audiences in India and globally. We are excited for the 69th edition of Filmfare Awards South in Hyderabad, coming to you on August 3, 2024.”
Kamar D of Kamar Film Factory commented, “We are thrilled to be a part of the Filmfare Awards South, an iconic celebration of cinematic excellence in South India. At Kamar Film Factory, we believe in the power of storytelling and the magic of cinema, and we are excited to see this year’s awards honour the exceptional artistry and creativity that define South Indian cinema. We look forward to an extraordinary evening that will not only entertain but also inspire viewers far and wide.”
Actress Malavika Mohanan expressed her excitement, “I am thrilled to be part of the 69th SOBHA Filmfare Awards South 2024 with Kamar Film Factory. It’s an absolute honor to celebrate the incredible talent and hard work of our industry. I look forward to a special night, filled with magic, glamour, and well-deserved recognition.”
Rukmini Vasanth added, “Filmfare Awards not only celebrate the exceptional talent and hard work within our South Indian cinema industry but also highlight the rich and diverse stories that we bring to life on the big screen. It is an honour to stand alongside such brilliant artists and be recognized for our collective contributions to the world of cinema.”
