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News18’s Showsha Reel Awards returns to honour the best of Indian entertainment
Mumbai: The world of cinema has come a long way with a massive explosion of content and the popularity of OTT platforms changing the entertainment landscape. In a bid to honour the talent shaping the Indian entertainment industry, News18 is set to host the News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2024 on 9th March 2024 in Mumbai. To be hosted by Aparshakti Khurana and Neha Dhupia, this edition will honour outstanding films, web series, as well as the best cast and crew from the Indian entertainment industry, promising a grand celebration of talent.
Like every year, this edition of the News18 Showsha Reel Awards will bring together many film/web series stars on one stage, including Rani Mukerji, Shraddha Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Ananya Panday, Karan Johar, R Madhavan, Sharmila Tagore, Manoj Bajpayee, Bobby Deol, Wamiqa Gabbi, Vijay Varma, Sonakshi Sinha, Raj & DK, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Bhushan Kumar, Vikramaditya Motwane, R Balki, Prasoon Joshi, Boney Kapoor, Aanand L Rai, Medha Shankr, Shilpa Rao, among others.
The panel of jurors of the award features eminent personalities such as filmmaker Aanand L. Rai, screenwriter Prasoon Joshi, actor Kabir Bedi, actress Meenakshi Seshadri, and Tavishi Paitandy, Entertainment & Lifestyle Editor of News18.com. The panel will select from categories such as Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Debut (Male/Female) and Best Director. Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, Animal, Jawaan, 12th Fail, Gulmohar are some of the most popular contenders in the Jury and Popular Choice categories.
Puneet Singhvi, Chief Executive Officer (Digital) & President – Corporate Strategy at Network18 said, “Through the News18 Showsha Reel Awards, we aim to recognize and honour the exceptional talent within the Indian film and OTT ecosystem. We take immense pride in celebrating the vibrance of creative voices that not only captivate audiences with their commercial success, but also push the boundaries of visual storytelling. We are excited to celebrate the talent that defined the dynamic landscape of Indian entertainment over the past year.”
News18 Eng editorial and content & executive editor Ameya Bhise said, “The News18 Showsha Reel Awards serve as a glittering celebration of talent, creativity, and the magic of storytelling. In a world where storytelling transcends boundaries and connects diverse cultures, the awards play a pivotal role in acknowledging the exceptional contributions of artists who navigate the complex realm of films and web shows.”
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
