Filmfare Awards Punjabi are presented to the best films and performers in Punjabi cinema. The Awards were first presented in 2017.
History
The awards were first awarded in 2017 for Punjabi films of 2016. The ceremony was held on 31 March 2017 at the Multipurpose Sports Stadium in Mohali. It became the second film award for Punjabi films after PTC Punjabi Film Awards, which were introduced in 2011.
Jitesh Pillai on Punjabi Cinema said, “It is a moment of utmost pride, as we witness Filmfare Awards expand its footprints across the nation. We, at Filmfare, have always rewarded creativity and diligence of the films across industries and promote more such wonderful cinematic experiences. The 1st Edition of Filmfare Awards Punjabi 2017 will be a night of grandeur and elegance and we are looking forward to meet and greet the whole of Punjabi film industry.”
Awards
Merit Awards
Best Film
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Director
Best Debut Director
Best Actor in supporting role
Best Actress in supporting role
Best Male Debut
Best Female Debut
Best Music Director
Best Lyricist
Best playback Singer (male) Best Playback Singer (female)
Critics Awards
Critics Award Best Film
Critics Award Best Actor
Critics Award Best Actress
Technical Awards
Best Story
Best Screenplay
Best Dialogue
Best Background Score
Best Action
Best Editing
Best Cinematography
Best Choreography
Best Production Design
Best Sound Design
Special Awards
Lifetime Achievement Award
Living Legend Award
Records
Most Awards to a single film
Lahoriye (2018) = 9
Bambukat (2017) = 8
Love Punjab (2017) = 7
Rabb Da Radio (2018) = 5
Ardaas (2017) = 4
Channa Mereya (2018) = 4
All the top three films are produced by Rhythm Boyz Entertainment.