Gaddar Awards 2026: Rashmika Mandanna Wins Best Actress Award | WION News

Why It Matters

The ceremony spotlights Telugu cinema’s rising talent, driving industry growth and attracting broader market interest.

Key Takeaways

• Naga Chhattan wins Best Actor for “Tandel” at Gaddar Awards
• Awards honor Telugu cinema releases from 2025, revived after 14-year hiatus
• Telangana government reinstated awards, naming them after poet Baladir Gadar
• Rashmika Mandanna clinches Best Actress for “Girlfriend” directed by Rahul Ravindran
• Winners praised collaborative teams, highlighting regional storytelling’s growing national relevance

Summary

South Indian star Naga Chhattan and actress Rashmika Mandanna were honored at the Telangana Gaddar Awards, which celebrated the best Telugu films released in 2025. The ceremony, revived after a 14‑year gap and renamed for revolutionary poet Baladir Gadar, underscores the state’s commitment to promoting regional cinema.

Chhattan received the Best Actor trophy for his role as fisherman Raju in “Tandel,” praising the film as a “deeply special journey” and thanking director Chandu Mondeti and the crew. Rashmika Mandanna won Best Actress for her performance in “Girlfriend,” directed by Rahul Ravindran, further cementing her status as a leading talent in South Indian cinema.

Both winners highlighted the collaborative effort behind their projects on social media, with Chhattan noting the honor means “a lot” and expressing excitement for upcoming films such as “Vusha Karma.” The awards also recognized other industry contributors, reinforcing the ecosystem that supports Telugu storytelling.

The renewed Gaddar Awards signal heightened visibility for Telugu cinema, encouraging investment, talent retention, and broader national and international distribution opportunities.

Original Description

Notably, actress Rashmika Mandanna has been honored with the Best Actress award at the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025 for her performance in the film “The Girlfriend”. This recognition marks a significant landmark in her career, especially as it was received for a female-centric film that highlighted her emotional range.

She added more laurels to her career by winning this state-level award.

Fans termed this win a major post-wedding triumph in her career.

For Rashmika this honour is considered another feather in her cap.

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