The countdown to one of the grandest celebrations of Punjabi cinema officially began today as Filmfare hosted a press conference for the upcoming Bhutani Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025. The event, held in Chandigarh, was attended by notable personalities including actor Sargun Mehta, Ashwini Chatley (Director, Bhutani Group), Sanchit Chopra (Senior Vice President, EaseMyTrip), Abhishek Singh (Chairman & Managing Director, Force of Talent), and Jitesh Pillaai (Editor-in-Chief, Filmfare).
The conference commenced with a symbolic lamp-lighting ceremony, marking the official launch of the awards. In a special highlight, Sargun Mehta unveiled the coveted Filmfare ‘Black Lady’ trophy before an enthusiastic audience. Sharing her personal connection to the brand, Mehta spoke about her long-standing association with Filmfare, being introduced for years as a two-time award winner, and expressed her excitement about the upcoming edition. She also mentioned her deep emotional connection with her film Moh, calling it a project close to her heart.
This year’s awards night, set for August 23, 2025, at the I.S. Bindra PCA Stadium in Mohali, promises a star-studded line-up of performances by Yo Yo Honey Singh, Neeru Bajwa, Jacqueline Fernandez, Maniesh Paul, and Soundarya Sharma. The full nomination list is now available on Filmfare.com, with tickets open for booking on BookMyShow.
Speaking about the significance of the event, Rohit Gopakumar, Director of Worldwide Media and CEO of ZENL, BCCL TV & Digital Network, emphasized the cultural richness of Punjabi cinema, promising the biggest celebration yet. Jitesh Pillaai highlighted Punjabi cinema’s global reach, calling this year’s edition “bigger, brighter, and more spectacular than ever.”
Ashwini Chatley noted that partnering with the awards aligns perfectly with Bhutani Group’s vision for the upcoming Bhutani Film City, aiming to become a hub for film production and creativity. Sanchit Chopra from EaseMyTrip linked the association to the brand’s values of creating memorable journeys. Meanwhile, Abhishek Singh of Force of Talent promised a world-class production designed to deliver a magical evening for both artists and fans.
With its mix of glamour, entertainment, and celebration of artistic excellence, the Bhutani Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2025 is set to be a landmark night for the Punjabi film industry.
