Filmfare is dedicated to recognizing and honouring the talent for their significant contributions to the entertainment industry. Filmfare is excited to announce the 5th edition of the Filmfare OTT Awards, a platform that celebrates exceptional stories, content, talent and more in Hindi language. In the entry phase, all OTT platforms and production houses have to present their entries for Hindi web original series and films released from 1st August 2023 to 31st July 2024. The submission window is now open, with entries due by 30th September 2024.

Celebrating the visionary creators behind the most captivating narratives in streaming media, Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 will recognize the compelling performances in Best Actor (Drama) and Best Actor (Comedy) categories, to the artistic excellence in Best Director and Best Cinematographer, these awards recognize every element of storytelling magic. Whether it's the intensity of a Web Original Film or the brilliance of a Best Series, creators have the chance to showcase their genius across categories like Best Original Screenplay, Best Production Design, and Best Sound Design. Each award serves as a testament to the evolving creativity and innovation in OTT entertainment.

Adding on, Mr. Jitesh Pillaai, Editor In Chief, Filmfare, said, `At Filmfare, we have always celebrated the finest in the Indian OTT industry. We are proud to honour the trailblazers who continue to push the boundaries of storytelling, bringing fresh, diverse, and powerful narratives to life. This is more than just an award; it's a recognition of the voices that are shaping the future of entertainment in a space that is celebrated like no other.`

The categories open for entries are:

Best Series
Best Director, Series
Best Actor, Series (Male): Comedy
Best Actor, Series (Male): Drama
Best Actor, Series (Female): Comedy
Best Actor, Series (Female): Drama
Best Supporting Actor, Series (Male): Comedy
Best Supporting Actor, Series (Male): Drama
Best Supporting Actor, Series (Female): Comedy
Best Supporting Actor, Series (Female): Drama
Best Original Story, Series
Best Comedy (Series/Specials)
Best (Non-Fiction) Original (Series/Special)
Best Film, Web Original
Best Director, Web Original Film
Best Actor, Web Original Film (Male)
Best Actor, Web Original Film (Female)
Best Supporting Actor, Web Original Film (Male)
Best Supporting Actor, Web Original Film (Female)
Best Dialogue, Series
Best Original Screenplay, Series
Best Adapted Screenplay, Series
Best Cinematographer, Series
Best Production Design, Series
Best Editing, Series
Best Costume Design, Series
Best Background Music, Series
Best Original Soundtrack, Series
Best VFX (Series)
Best Sound Design (Series)
Best Dialogue (Web Original Film)
Best Original Screenplay (Web Original Film)
Best Cinematographer (Web Original Film)
Best Production Design, (Web Original Film)
Best Editing (Web Original Film)
Best Background Music (Web Original Film)
Best Sound Design (Web Original Film)
Best Story (Web Original Film)

Here's a quick guide on how to send your entries for the Filmfare OTT Awards 2024:

The Entry should be primarily created in the Hindi Language and should be deemed as an original piece of work, released on an OTT Platform between 1st August 2023, and 31st July, 2024.

A fee of Rs. 20,000/- including GST would be charged for each entry that is submitted.

The participation fee must be paid in advance, along with the entry. Participation will be considered only upon realisation of the participation fee by WWM.

All OTT platforms, as well as production houses, are welcome to send their entries.

All entries submitted by the production house should be approved by the OTT platform on which the show is hosted.

The responsibility of getting the entries approved by the platform completely rests with the production house.

To access the Entry Form, visit https://www.filmfare.com/awards/filmfare-ott-awards-2024/

Interested OTT platforms and production houses must submit their entries via email with the online Entry Form and Payment Reference ID on or before 15th September 2024.

Please email the Entry Form with complete details and necessary attachments to filmfareottawards@wwm.co.in

To know more about the entry process and submit your entries visit Filmfare.com