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Gujarat and Times Group Seal Pact to Host 70th Filmfare Awards in 2025

Leaders cast the 70th edition as a showcase for Gujarat's culture to drive tourism.

Overview

  • The Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Ltd signed an MoU with Times Group’s Worldwide Media to stage the 70th Filmfare Awards in the state in 2025.
  • The agreement was executed on August 28 by TCGL chief Prabhav Joshi and Worldwide Media director Rohit Gopakumar in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel and Times Group MD Vineet Jain.
  • Organizers unveiled the Filmfare “Black Lady” trophy at the ceremony, with filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Vikrant Massey among those attending.
  • Vineet Jain said the collaboration aligns with Gujarat’s vision and is intended to boost tourism, attract talent, and expand cinema’s footprint across the state.
  • Specific dates and venue details have not been announced, and this will be Gujarat’s second consecutive year hosting after the 2024 edition at GIFT City.