aha Films Win Big at the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025

aha, the well-renowned OTT platform for Telugu audiences, is proud to announce that a stellar line-up of its exclusive titles has been honoured at the prestigious Gaddar Telangana Film Awards 2025. This marks a significant recognition for the platform’s commitment to championing local storytelling, rooted emotions, and impactful cinema.

Revived by the Government of Telangana in honour of legendary revolutionary poet and balladeer Gaddar, the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards celebrate artistic excellence in Telugu cinema. With over 1,200 entries, this year’s edition was judged by a 15-member jury chaired by renowned actress Jayasudha, who oversaw a rigorous and fair selection process.

aha is elated to share that its titles received recognition across multiple key categories:

Award-Winning aha Films and Talent
* Second Best Film: Pottel
A powerful narrative set in rural Telangana, Pottel revolves around Gangadhar, a father and guardian of a sacred sheep, who dreams of securing a better future for his daughter through education, despite societal oppression.
* Best Children’s Film: 35 Chinna Katha Kadhu
A heartwarming tale of resilience and motherly love, the film follows Saraswathi, a 10th-grade mother, as she helps her academically struggling son strive for success against emotional and societal odds.
* Best Actress: Nivetha Thomas (35 Chinna Katha Kadhu)
Nivetha’s moving performance as a determined and emotionally grounded mother won over hearts and earned critical acclaim.
* Best Supporting Actress: Saranya Pradeep (Ambajipeta Marriage Band)
Saranya delivered a layered, nuanced performance in this coming-of-age rural drama that beautifully captures love, culture, and transformation.
* Best Music Director: Bheems Ceciroleo (Razakar)
With a stirring soundtrack that amplifies the emotional depth of the Hyderabad Liberation narrative, Bheems brought the film’s patriotic spirit to life.
* Best Child Artists: Arundev Pothula (35 Chinna Katha Kadhu) & Harika (Mercy Killing)
Both young actors impressed with their authentic portrayals, bringing depth and innocence to emotionally charged roles.
* Best Lyricist: Chandra Bose (Raju Yadav)
His lyrics brought soulful introspection and local flavour to Raju Yadav, a film about resilience through adversity.
* Best Makeup Artist: Nalla Sreenu (Razakar)
Played a key role in bringing historical realism to life through detailed and era-accurate styling.
* Special Jury Awards:
o Ananya Nagalla for Pottel
o Prashanth Reddy & Rajesh Kallepally for Raju Yadav

These honours stand as a testament to aha’s unwavering dedication to bringing rooted, thought-provoking, and emotionally compelling Telugu content to screens. Each of the awarded films tells a story deeply connected to its people, from tales of personal transformation and familial love to powerful accounts of regional history and social justice.
aha continues to serve as a trusted destination for Telugu audiences by backing stories that go beyond entertainment — stories that start conversations, spark emotions, and showcase the cultural richness of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
All these award-winning titles are now streaming exclusively on aha.