OTTplay Awards 2025: Winners Who Stole the Show

The OTTplay Awards 2025 in partnership with HT City took place in Mumbai celebrating the achievements of actors, filmmakers and personalities who have significantly expanded their careers in the digital world. The event highlighted exceptional talent recognizing those who continue to impress with their outstanding performances.

Kajol known for her versatility in Indian cinema has successfully ventured into the OTT platform taking on impactful roles. Her remarkable performance in the Netflix film Do Patti earned her the Best Actor (Female – Popular Choice) award. This accolade marks her second OTTplay Award after winning Best Debut Actress for The Trial on Jio Hotstar.

Acclaimed actor Manoj Bajpayee secured the Best Actor (Male – Popular Choice) award for his gripping role in the ZEE5 crime drama Despatch. His stellar performance received widespread applause from both critics and viewers.

The award for Best Film went to Girls Will Be Girls that attracted audiences with its narrative and remarkable storytelling.

Other notable wins included:

Best Web Series: Panchayat 3

Best Director: Nikhil Advani (Freedom at Midnight)

Best Actor (Critics): Jaideep Ahlawat (Paatal Lok 2)

Best Actor (Popular): Raghubir Yadav (Gajraj Gajra)

Best Actress (Popular): Aditi Rao Hydari (Heeramandi)