The prestigious ceremony, organised by the Indian Streaming Academy, honoured the finest performances, storytelling, and creative achievements in Indian streaming entertainment. The awards recognised web series, original films, and digital creators whose work released during the previous year made a significant impact on audiences and critics alike.
The red carpet turned into a glamorous showcase of fashion and celebrity style, with stars posing for the cameras and celebrating the evolution of digital entertainment. Ruhanika Dhawan, Karan Wahi, and Pranitha Subhash were among the many celebrities who added charm to the evening, making the third edition of ISAA 2026 a memorable gathering for the OTT industry.
Among the biggest winners of the night, Panchayat Season 4 took home the honour for Best Series (Popular), while Black Warrant was recognised as Best Series (Critics). The awards highlighted the diversity of Indian OTT storytelling, from small-town narratives to intense crime dramas that have connected with audiences across the country.
In the web original film categories, Baramulla won Best Web Original Film, while Kaalidhar Laapata received the Critics' honour for Best Web Original Film. Filmmaking excellence was also celebrated, with Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. winning Best Director (Series) for The Family Man Season 3, while Boman Irani was honoured as Best Director (Web Original Film) for The Mehta Boys.
The acting honours featured some of the biggest performers from the streaming world. Boman Irani won Best Actor - Web Original Film (Male) for The Mehta Boys, while Nushrratt Bharuccha received Best Actor - Web Original Film (Female - Popular) for Chhorii 2. Sanya Malhotra was awarded Best Actor - Web Original Film (Female - Critics) for Mrs., showcasing the growing appreciation for powerful performances in digital cinema.
The series acting categories celebrated performances by some of India's most talented actors. Shefali Shah won Best Actor - Series (Female - Critics) for Delhi Crime Season 3, while Jaideep Ahlawat received Best Actor - Series (Male - Critics) for Paatal Lok Season 2. Soha Ali Khan was also recognised with the award for Best Actor in a Negative Role for Chhorii 2.
The evening also featured the prestigious ISAA Streaming Power List 2026, honouring personalities who have played an important role in shaping India's digital entertainment landscape. Jitendra Kumar was celebrated for his beloved performance in Panchayat Season 4, while Kay Kay Menon was honoured for returning as Himmat Singh in Special Ops Season 2.
Creative forces behind some of India's most successful OTT projects were also recognised. Raj & DK were celebrated for pushing storytelling boundaries with The Family Man Season 3, while Ashwin Suresh, Aditi Shrivastava, and Anirudh Pandita, the co-founders of Pocket Aces, were honoured for their contribution to youth-focused storytelling. Filmmaker Suresh Triveni and actor Jisshu Sengupta were also recognised for their emotionally rich and multilingual contributions to digital entertainment.
With a perfect mix of glamour, recognition, and celebration, the NEXA Indian Streaming Academy Awards 2026 once again highlighted how OTT platforms have transformed Indian entertainment. As streaming continues to grow, ISAA remains a key platform celebrating the talent and creativity driving this exciting new era of storytelling.
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