The second edition of the highly anticipated OTTplay Awards, 2023, took the entertainment industry by storm with a star-studded gala that set the stage for a night of unparalleled glamor and recognition. Held at the iconic Taj Lands’ End in Mumbai, the event commenced at 8:00 PM on October 29th, 2023, and brought together the best of India’s thriving OTT (Over-The-Top) entertainment industry.
At the prestigious OTTplay Awards 2023, an array of outstanding talents took center stage. Notable among the winners was Kajol, who secured the award for Best Debutant Female in recognition of her remarkable performance in “The Trial.” The OTT Performer of the Year was Rajkumar Rao, and Aditi Rao Hydari received the Female OTT Performer of the Year award. Rana Daggubati was honored as the Most Promising Actor, while Karishma Tanna clinched the title of the Most Promising Female Actor in OTT. The coveted title of Best Film of the Year was bestowed upon “Darlings,” making it a night to remember for all involved.
OTTplay Awards, known for celebrating excellence in digital content across various genres, recognized outstanding achievements in more than 30 categories. The event’s unique distinction lies in its mission to honor India’s rich cultural diversity and its contribution to digital entertainment. This year’s edition marked a significant milestone, as it became the first-ever PAN-INDIA OTT Award, perfectly embodying the spirit of “One Nation, One OTT Award.
Rizwan Sajan, Founder, and Chairman, Danube Group, “OTTplay Awards is more than just a partnership; it’s a recognition of the transformative power of digital entertainment. In a world where storytelling knows no boundaries, these awards celebrate the visionaries who redefine narratives and captivate global audiences. From the perspective of Danube Properties Dubai, we firmly believe that our support for this platform is not solely an investment in innovation; it stands as a resounding testament to our unwavering commitment to pushing the very limits of what can be achieved in the realm of content creation.”
Avinash Mudaliar, CEO and Co-founder of OTTplay shared his enthusiasm about the success of the OTTplay Awards 2023, stating, “This year’s OTTplay Awards have truly exemplified the diversity and excellence within India’s digital entertainment space. We are honored to recognize the outstanding contributions of the industry’s finest talents across a wide array of categories. It’s not just an award show; it’s a celebration of our remarkable stories, brilliant storytellers & the ones who bring it to life. We are proud to have created the first-ever PAN-INDIA OTT Award”
The OTTplay Awards 2023 have undoubtedly raised the bar for recognizing excellence in the Indian OTT industry. The event’s commitment to celebrating the unity of India’s diverse cultural landscape reflects the spirit of our times. As we look ahead, we anticipate even greater achievements and innovation in the world of digital entertainment.
OTTplay Awards 2023 winners
- Best Film: Darlings
- Best Web Series: Ayali
- Best Director (film): Mahesh Narayanan for Ariyippu
- Best Director (Series): Raj and DK (Farzi) and Pavan Sadineni for Dayaa
- Best Film on True Events: Sirf Ek Banda Kaafi Hai
- Best Screenplay: Monica, O My Darling (writer Yogesh Chandekar)
- Best Screenplay – Series: Kohrra (writers Diggi Sisodia and Gunjit Chopra)
- Best Actor in a Negative Role – Series: Rishi for Shaitaan
- Best Actor in a Comic Role –Series: Anirban Chakraborty for Eken Babu S6
- Most Promising Actor on OTT – Male: Rana Daggubati for Rana Naidu
- Most Promising Actor on OTT – Female: Karishma Tanna for Scoop
- Best Supporting Actor Male – Film: Sharib Hashmi for Tarla
- Best Supporting Actor Female – Film: Chitrangada Singh for Gaslight
- Best Supporting Actor – Male (Series): Bhuvan Arora for Farzi and Prosenjit
Chatterjee for Jubilee - Best Supporting Actor Female – Series: Mona Singh for Made in Heaven
- Breakthrough Performance – Male Sidhanth Gupta for Jubilee
- Breakthrough Performance- Female: Rajshri Deshpande for Trial By Fire
- Versatile Performer – Male: Abhilash Thapliyal for Blurr
- Versatile Performer – Female: Wamiqa Gabbi for Modern Love Chennai and Jubilee
- Breaking the Mould: Aparshakti Khurana for Jubilee
- Pioneering Contributions to New Wave Cinema: Rakshit Shetty for 777 Charlie
- Best Debut Male – Series: JD Chakravarthy for Dayaa
- Best Debut Female – Series: Kajol for The Trial
- OTT Performer of the Year – Male: Rajkummar Rao for Guns & Gulaabs and Monica O My Darling
- OTT Performer of the Year – Female: Aditi Rao Hydari for Taj: Divided By Blood and Jubilee
- Best Debut Female – Film: Alaya F for Freddy
- Best Debut Male – Film Babil Khan for Qala
- Best Actor Male Film – Editor’s Choice: Nawazuddin Siddiqui for Haddi
- Best Actor Female Film – Editor’s Choice: Sanya Malhotra for Kathal and Aishwarya Lekshmi for Ammu
- Best Actor Male Series – Editor’s Choice: Jim Sarbh for Rocket Boys S2Best Actor Male – Series – Popular Choice: Anil Kapoor for The Night Manager
- Best Actor Female – Series – Editor’s Choice: Sobhita Dhulipala for The Night Manager and Made in Heaven
- Best Actor Female – Series – Popular Choice: Sonakshi Sinha for Dahaad
- Best Actor Male Film – Popular Choice: Kartik Aaryan for Freddy
- Best Actor Female Film – Popular Choice: Rakul Preet Singh for Chhatriwali
