Highlights from the 2026 Chetak Screen Awards

The 2026 Chetak Screen Awards made a spectacular return to Mumbai on April 5, 2026, after a seven-year break.

Organized by The Indian Express Group, this prestigious event celebrates artistic excellence in Indian cinema and OTT platforms.

Hosted by Alia Bhatt, Sunil Grover, Zakir Khan, and Saurabh Dwivedi, the night balanced blockbusters with independent cinema.

Aditya Dhar’s spy thriller 'Dhurandhar' dominated the technical categories with 14 wins, while Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound' captured the top honor of Best Film.

Acting awards went to Ranveer Singh for his role in 'Dhurandhar' and Yami Gautam for 'Haq'.

The evening was filled with memorable moments, including hilarious skits by Sunil Grover and a heartfelt tribute to late legends.

By recognizing both commercial hits and auteur-driven projects, the Chetak Screen Awards have re-established themselves as the gold standard for quality in the Indian film industry.