- Nani wins Best Actor for Dasara; Keerthy Suresh takes Best Actress.
- Dasara also wins Best Director and Best Actor in Supporting Role.
- Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A dominates Kannada categories with multiple awards.
At the SIIMA 2024 awards held in Dubai, Nani was honored with the Best Actor award for his role in Dasara, where he made a memorable entrance walking barefoot, a nod to Sabarimala temple rituals.
Keerthy Suresh also won Best Actress for her performance in the same film, which continued to receive accolades throughout the night, including Best Director for Srikanth Odela and Best Actor in Supporting Role for Dixit Shetty.
Highlights from SIIMA 2024: Key Winners and Memorable Moments
In the Kannada film industry segment, Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A emerged as the standout film. Rakshit Shetty was awarded Best Actor for his role, while Rukmini Vasanth secured Best Actress (Critics), and Ramesh Indira received Best Actor in Negative Role. Kapil Kapilan’s contribution as Best Playback Singer (Male) further highlighted the film’s success at the event.
The night saw Dasara win several awards, including Best Director for Srikanth Odela and Best Actor in Supporting Role for Dixit Shetty. These wins highlighted the film’s critical acclaim and the strong performances of its cast. The film’s success was further demonstrated by its dominance in multiple categories, showcasing the impact it had in the Telugu film industry.
In the Kannada section, Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A took the spotlight with Rakshit Shetty winning Best Actor. The film’s recognition extended to other categories, with Rukmini Vasanth receiving Best Actress (Critics) and Ramesh Indira winning Best Actor in Negative Role. Kapil Kapilan’s achievement as Best Playback Singer (Male) contributed to the film’s impressive haul of awards.
Overall, SIIMA 2024 celebrated the talents and achievements of both industries with a star-studded event that highlighted the best in South Indian cinema. The awards not only honored individual performances but also recognized outstanding films and contributions in both Telugu and Kannada cinema.
The SIIMA 2024 awards offered a platform to celebrate exceptional talent in South Indian cinema, with Dasara and Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A emerging as major winners. The ceremony in Dubai was a testament to the vibrant and diverse cinematic contributions from the region.
“At the SIIMA 2024 awards held in Dubai, Nani was honored with the Best Actor award for his role in Dasara, where he made a memorable entrance walking barefoot, a nod to Sabarimala temple rituals.”
