The much-anticipated Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards 2025 ceremony took place on June 13, 2025, in Chennai, marking another spectacular celebration of Tamil cinema’s finest achievements from 2024.
This year’s grand event honored outstanding talent across 31 award categories, recognizing both established stars and emerging artists who delivered exceptional performances in 2024 Tamil films.
Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards 2025 Winners List
| Awards Category | Winner | Award for |
|---|---|---|
| S. S. Vasan Award | S. P. Muthuraman | Lifetime Achievement Honor |
| Best Entertainer | Karthi | Meiyazhagan |
| Best Film | Kottukkaali | |
| Best Director | Mari Selvaraj | Vaazhai |
| Best Actor | Vijay Sethupathi | Viduthalai Part-2, Maharaja |
| Best Actress | Sai Pallavi | Amaran |
| Best Production | Sivakarthikeyan Productions | Kottukkaali |
| Best Music Director (Songs) | Sean Roldan | Lover, Lubber Pandhu |
| Best Music Director (Background Score) | G.V. Prakash Kumar | Captain Miller, Thangalaan, Amaran |
| Best Screenplay | Nithilan Saminathan | Maharaja |
| Best Dialogues | Kandasamy, Manimaran | Viduthalai 2 |
| Best Story | Ra. Saravanan | Nandhan |
| Best Cinematography | Theni Eswar | Vaazhai |
| Best Editing | Philomin Raj | Maharaja |
| Best Stunt Choreography | Anbariv | Amaran |
| Best Choreography | Sandy | Minikki Minikki, Makkamishi |
| Best Art Direction | Jackie | Viduthalai 2 |
| Best Debut Director | Tamilarasan Pachamuthu | Lubber Pandhu |
| Best Debut Actor | Paari Ilavazhagan | Jama |
| Best Debut Actress | Sri Gouri Priya | Lover |
| Best Supporting Actor | Karunas | Pogumidam Vegudhooramillai |
| Best Supporting Actress | Swasvika | Lubber Pandhu |
| Best Comedian | Bala Saravanan | Lubber Pandhu |
| Best Villain (Male) | Chetan | Viduthalai 2 |
| Best Villain (Female) | Simran | Andhagan |
| Best Child Artist | Ponvel | Vaazhai |
| Best Entertainer Film | Aranmanai 4 | |
| Best Crew | Jama | |
| Best Lyricist | Mohan Rajan | Ezhudha Kathayo |
| Best Male Playback Singer | Haricharan | Hey Minnale |
| Best Female Playback Singer | Sinduri Vishal | Minikki Minikki |
| Best Costume Design | Poornima Ramasamy, Kavya Ram | Captain Miller |
| Best Makeup | Vinoth Sukumaran, Balthazar Tom | Thangalaan |
| Best Animation | Bijoy Arputharaj | Ayalaan |
| Best Web Series | Thalaimai Seyalagam |
Vikatan Awards Winners 2024 Roundup
The Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards 2025 recognized exceptional talent across diverse categories, highlighting the remarkable achievements of 2024 Tamil cinema.
Among the notable winners, Thalaimai Seyalagam claimed the Best Web Series award, while Bejoy Arputharaj received recognition for Best Animation Visual Effects for his work in Ayalan.
The technical excellence of 2024 films was celebrated through awards to Vinodh Sukumaran and Baldev Tom for Best Makeup in Thangalaan, and costume designers Poornima Ramasamy and Kavya Ram for their outstanding work in Captain Miller.
The music category saw impressive wins with Hariharan taking Best Male Playback Singer for “Hey Minnale” from Amaran, Chindhuri Vishal winning Best Female Playback Singer for “Minikki Minikki” from Thangalaan, and Mohan Rajan earning Best Lyricist for multiple songs including “Ezhudha Kadhaiyoo” from Lover and “Aasai Orave” from Lubber Pandhu.
Other significant recognitions included the cast of Jaama winning Best Ensemble Cast, Aranmanai 4 being honored as Best Entertainment Film, Ponvel from Vaazhai receiving the Best Child Artist award, and powerful villain performances by Simran in Andhagan and Seethan in both Viduthalai Part-2 and Jaama being duly recognized.
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A Grand Celebration of Cinematic Excellence
The Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards are annual awards in recognition for cinematic merit in the Tamil film industry, presented by the Tamil language weekly magazine Ananda Vikatan since 2008.
This year’s ceremony brought together Tamil cinema’s biggest stars and technical artists on one magnificent stage, creating an unforgettable night of recognition for the best films and performances of 2024.
The awards ceremony featured an impressive lineup with over 170 nominations across various categories, showcasing the diversity and talent that defined 2024 Tamil cinema.
From veteran actors to breakthrough performers, from visionary directors to innovative technical artists, the event celebrated every aspect of filmmaking excellence from the year 2024.
Key Highlights of the 2025 Ceremony
The Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards 2025 stood out as a particularly significant event in the Tamil film industry calendar, honoring the remarkable cinematic achievements of 2024. The ceremony was broadcast live, allowing audiences across Tamil Nadu and beyond to witness the celebration of their favorite 2024 films and stars.
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Notable Moments and Performances
The 2025 ceremony featured memorable performances from leading artists and special tributes to cinema legends. The event’s production quality and entertainment value reinforced why the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards remain one of Tamil cinema’s most prestigious recognition platforms for celebrating annual film achievements.
Impact on Tamil Cinema Industry
Superstar Rajinikanth, Kamal Hassan, Vijay, Dhanush are some of the top actors who have been awarded with Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards in the past.
This legacy of recognizing exceptional talent continues with the 2025 awards, where both established stars and newcomers received well-deserved recognition for their outstanding contributions to 2024 Tamil cinema.
The awards ceremony serves as more than just a recognition platform; it’s a celebration of the artistic and commercial success that 2024 Tamil cinema achieved. The diversity of films and performances honored this year reflects the remarkable growth and innovation the industry demonstrated throughout 2024.
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Audience Engagement and Future
The interactive element that allowed audiences to predict winners and potentially win free tickets to the ceremony demonstrated Ananda Vikatan’s commitment to engaging with cinema lovers.
his approach has made the awards more inclusive and participatory, connecting directly with the film-loving community.
The ceremony’s success in bringing together talent, industry professionals, and audiences reinforces the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards’ position as a premier celebration of Tamil cinema excellence.
Conclusion
The Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards 2025 once again proved to be a magnificent celebration of 2024 Tamil cinema’s diversity, creativity, and excellence.
With 31 awards recognizing achievements across multiple categories, the ceremony honored the year’s best films and performances while setting the stage for continued innovation in Tamil cinema.
The event’s success in Chennai on June 13, 2025, reinforced the awards’ reputation as one of Tamil cinema’s most significant recognition platforms, celebrating both artistic merit and popular appeal of 2024’s remarkable film offerings.