Jio Studios Makes History at 70th Filmfare Awards with Record-Breaking 16 Wins

Jio Studios didn’t just show up at the 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 — it owned the night. With a jaw-dropping 16 wins, the studio has officially set a new record for the most awards by a single production house in Filmfare’s seven-decade history. Leading the charge was Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, which bagged a stunning 13 awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and a host of wins across writing, acting, and technical categories.

The studio took to X with a victory lap post that read, “Unprecedented acclaim! Jio Studios etches its name in history… Jyoti Deshpande’s unwavering commitment to clutter-breaking stories and unmistakable talent owned Bollywood’s biggest night.” With 54 nominations across multiple categories and three of the five Best Film nominees under its banner (Laapataa Ladies, Article 370, and Stree 2), Jio Studios turned what is usually a competitive evening into a clean sweep.

Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies emerged as the undeniable star — collecting honors for screenplay (Sneha Desai), music (Ram Sampath), debut performances (Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta), and even costume and production design. It wasn’t just the awards tally — it was the statement the film made: that stories driven by strong, nuanced female voices are finally at the forefront of mainstream Indian cinema.

Article 370, produced by Aditya Dhar and directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, brought home two major awards, including Best Debut Director and Best Debut (Male), further cementing Jio Studios’ knack for spotting breakout talent. Meanwhile, Stree 2 didn’t leave empty-handed either, with a win for Best Playback Singer (Female), bringing musical delight to the horror-comedy sequel.

What this moment clearly underlines is Jio Studios’ sharp pivot under Jyoti Deshpande’s leadership — toward socially relevant, inclusive, and female-led narratives that break the Bollywood mold. While traditional studios continue to back tried-and-tested formulas, Jio’s wins signal a changing tide — one that audiences and critics are clearly ready for.

With this record-shattering run, Jio Studios isn’t just building a trophy shelf — it’s reshaping the future of Indian cinema, one bold story at a time.