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11
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Cinema • Creativity • Celebration
11th Sabrang Film Awards 2026
Celebrating outstanding performances, visionary filmmakers and creative excellence at one of Indian cinema’s most prestigious award celebrations.
Event Date
12 September 2026
Event Time
4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Host City
Mumbai, India
Nominations are now open for the 11th edition
Celebrating Since
2013
11th
Edition of
Excellence
Excellence
A Legacy of Indian Cinema
About the Awards
Where Cinema Meets Recognition & Legacy
The Sabrang Film Awards is a prestigious platform dedicated to celebrating exceptional achievements in cinema and honouring the artists whose talent, passion and creativity inspire millions.
Established in 2013, the awards have grown into a distinguished celebration bringing together renowned actors, filmmakers, directors, producers, musicians, technicians and leading personalities from the media and entertainment industry.
Now entering its 11th edition, Sabrang Film Awards continues its mission of recognising outstanding cinematic contributions while creating a meaningful bridge between established icons and emerging creative talent.
Prestigious Recognition
Honouring outstanding talent across performance, music, direction and technical excellence.
National & Global Reach
Bringing cinema personalities, creative talent and audiences together on one platform.
Celebrating Storytelling
Recognising powerful stories and cinematic works that entertain, influence and inspire.
Icons & Emerging Talent
Celebrating legendary artists while encouraging the next generation of cinema.
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Award Categories
Celebrating Excellence Across Cinema
Honouring exceptional achievements in acting, direction, music, writing, technical brilliance and outstanding contributions to Indian cinema.
Honouring Exceptional Performances
Performance Awards
Leading Role
Male
Leading Role
Female
Supporting Role
Male
Supporting Role
Female
Performance in Negative Role
Acting
Best Directorial Debut
Direction
Best Debut
Male
Best Debut
Female
Recognising Creative Brilliance
Creative & Technical Awards
Best Direction
Direction
Best Story
Writing
Best Screenplay
Writing
Best Dialogues
Writing
Best Music Director
Music
Best Lyrics
Music
Best Playback Singer
Male
Best Playback Singer
Female
Best Cinematography
Camera
Best Choreography
Dance
Best Editing
Post Production
Best Sound Design
Sound
Best Visual Effects
VFX
Best Background Score
Music
Best Costume Design
Design
Best Makeup
Makeup & Styling
Celebrating Extraordinary Contributions
Special Honours
Outstanding Achievement
In Indian Cinema
Outstanding Contribution
To Indian Cinema
Sabrang Lifetime Achievement Award
Lifetime Honour
Special Award for Global Impact
Global Recognition
Jury & Special Guests
Icons Who Celebrate Cinematic Excellence
Distinguished personalities from cinema, media and entertainment come together to recognise remarkable talent and outstanding cinematic achievements.
Jury Member
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Distinguished Personality
Mr. Manoj Srivastava
Senior Journalist & Jury Member
Filmmaker
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Distinguished Personality
Mr. Abhay Aditya Singh
Director
Special Guest
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Celebrated Cinema Icon
Mr. Manoj Tiwari
Member of Parliament, Singer & Actor
Special Guest
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Celebrated Cinema Icon
Mr. Ravi Kishan
Member of Parliament & Actor
A Distinguished Gathering Celebrating the people and performances that enrich Indian cinema.
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Hall of Fame
Legends Honoured Through the Years
Celebrating iconic personalities whose extraordinary contributions have enriched Indian cinema and inspired generations of artists and audiences.
Honoured in
2025
Sabrang Hall of Fame
Mr. Lalitesh Jha
Sabrang Lifetime Achievement Award
Honouring a Distinguished Cinematic Journey
2024
Mr. Gopal Rai
Sabrang Lifetime Achievement Award
2021
Mr. Dilip Sen
Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema
2019
Smt. Hemlata Ji
Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema
2018
Mr. Bappi Lahiri
Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema
2017
Mr. Prem Chopra
Lifetime Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema
Celebrating the Greats of Cinema
Every edition adds another remarkable name to the distinguished Sabrang Hall of Fame.
Explore Award Memories
2017
Prem Chopra
2018
Bappi Lahiri
2019
Hemlata Ji
2021
Dilip Sen
2024
Gopal Rai
2025
Lalitesh Jha
Memories & Highlights
Moments That Defined Excellence
A glimpse into unforgettable red-carpet appearances, award presentations, celebrity gatherings and memorable celebrations from previous editions.
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A Celebration of Stardom
Memorable personalities and extraordinary talent celebrated on the prestigious Sabrang stage.
Stars of Cinema
Honouring Excellence
Celebrated Cinema Icons
Icons Together on One Stage
An Unforgettable Evening
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Event Date
12 September 2026
Event Time
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Host City
Mumbai, India
Celebrating
11th Edition
Presented by Sabrang Film Productions
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Our Journey
A Legacy of Celebrating Cinema
Celebrating Since
2013
From a passionate vision to a distinguished cinematic platform, Sabrang Film Awards has continued to honour excellence, creativity and remarkable contributions to Indian cinema.
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A continuing journey of celebrating outstanding cinema and exceptional creative talent.
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Trusted partnerships supporting the celebration and promotion of cinematic excellence.
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Connecting cinema, culture and audiences beyond geographical boundaries.
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A growing community reached through television, digital platforms, press and social media.
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The Beginning
A vision to recognise and celebrate cinematic talent.
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Growing Recognition
Prestigious honours presented to celebrated cinema icons.
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A Stronger Legacy
Expanding the platform’s creative and industry impact.
2026
The 11th Edition
A grand new chapter in the celebration of Indian cinema.
Our Legacy Continues
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