News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2025 to celebrate the best in Cinema and OTT in a star-studded ceremony

~The prestigious awards ceremony will bring together some of the biggest names from the entertainment industry under one roof, including Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Rajkummar Rao, amongst others~

20 March 2025: News18 Network is set to present the 3^rd edition of the highly anticipated News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2025 on March 20 in Mumbai. Hosted by Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor, the grand event celebrates excellence in films and web series, honouring the finest talents across the board. Adding to its entertainment quotient, the event will feature an electrifying performance by playback singer Nikita Gandhi.

This year’s edition brings some of the biggest names from the fraternity under one roof for a star-studded night filled with glamour, celebration, and unforgettable moments. The awards ceremony will be marked by the presence of an illustrious lineup, including Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan, Rajkummar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, Yami Gautam, Pankaj Tripathi, Aditi Rao Hydari, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Arjun Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan, and Imtiaz Ali, among others.

Adding credibility to the selection process is an esteemed jury panel, featuring industry stalwarts like Shabana Azmi, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Madhur Bhandarkar, Lillete Dubey, Mukesh Chhabra, Nitya Mehra, and Tavishi Paitandy. Together, they will evaluate nominees across key categories, including Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Debut (Male/Female), and Best Director.

Speaking about the much-awaited awards, Puneet Singhvi, CEO (Digital) & President – Corporate Strategy at Network18, expressed his enthusiasm stating, “At News18, we firmly believe in the power of storytelling to inspire, challenge, and move audiences by truly transcending borders. The News18 Showsha Reel Awards is our way of honouring the creative brilliance that not only entertains but also makes waves worldwide. As the line between cinema and digital entertainment continues to blur, we take immense pride in celebrating the artists who are pushing boundaries and taking Indian storytelling to greater heights.”

Highlighting the legacy of the event, Zakka Jacob, Managing Editor, CNN-News18, “News18 Showsha has consistently been at the forefront of celebrating creativity, performances, and storytelling that shape the entertainment industry. The year 2024 was exceptional for Indian cinema, with mid-budget and small-budget films stealing the spotlight, breaking records, and capturing hearts. Over the years, News18 Showsha has evolved into an iconic event, eagerly anticipated by critics, directors, artists, businesses, and brands. It has set the benchmark for recognising creativity and honouring talent across cinema and digital platforms.

Sharing the sentiment, Ameya Bhise, Executive Editor, News18, added, “Great stories have the power to unite, spark conversations, and reshape perspectives. The News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2025 is a tribute to the storytellers, performers, and visionaries who create magic on screen – be it on the big screen or our personal devices. With this prestigious awards ceremony, we look forward to celebrating the heart, soul, and relentless passion behind every unforgettable story and performance.”

From breathtaking cinematic masterpieces to daring digital narratives, News18 Showsha Reel Awards shine a spotlight on the talent, passion, and innovation propelling Indian entertainment to new heights.

Join News18 in applauding these visionary storytellers and performers, streaming live on CNN-News18 and News18 Showsha’s social media handles and YouTube channels on March 20, 2025, from 8:00 PM onwards.

Live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/TqZBDveYkgg?feature=share