Mumbai: Tollywood superstar Allu Arjun has added another major accolade to his list of achievements, winning the ‘Most Versatile Actor of the Year’ award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2025.
The announcement was made through the festival’s official social media handle, congratulating the actor for his “exceptional range and cinematic impact.” The grand ceremony took place on October 30 at the NSCI Dome, SVP Stadium, Mumbai, where top names from the film industry gathered to celebrate cinematic excellence.
Expressing his gratitude, Allu Arjun shared a heartfelt message on Instagram: “Thanks to the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Awards for this incredible honour. Truly humbled. My warm congratulations to all the winners across categories this year. A sincere thank you to my audience for your continued love and support… I humbly dedicate this award to my fans.”
The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival, regarded as one of India’s most prestigious platforms, celebrates contributions to cinema, art, culture, tourism, and heritage.
This recognition comes just months after Allu Arjun won the Best Actor Award at the 2025 South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) and the Gaddar Telangana Film Awards for his performance in Sukumar’s ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, a massive box-office success released in 2024. The sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise starred Allu Arjun alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil, and Rao Ramesh.
The actor’s next project is an untitled sci-fi action film directed by Atlee, tentatively titled Project AA22 x A6, co-starring Deepika Padukone. Further details about the film are expected to be announced soon.