70th Filmfare Awards South to Celebrate South Indian Cinema in Kochi
The 70th Filmfare Awards South, in collaboration with Kerala Tourism, is set to honor the best of South Indian cinema on February 21, 2026, in Kochi, Kerala. The event will recognize talent across the Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam film industries.
Date, Venue, and Hosts
The awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, February 21, at the Adlux International Convention Centre in Kochi . The evening will begin with a red carpet event, followed by the main function featuring performances and award presentations. Vishnu Warrier, Ranjini Haridas, and RJ Mithun will host the event .
Performers and Expected Guests
Performances at the ceremony will include appearances by Nidhhi Agerwal, Aparna Balamurali, and Pranitha Subhash . Stars such as Allu Arjun, Sai Pallavi, and Anurag Kashyap are anticipated to attend .
Award Categories
The Filmfare Awards South will present awards in a variety of categories, including:
- Best Film
- Best Director
- Best Film (Critics’)
- Best Actor In A Leading Role (Male)
- Best Actor (Critics’)
- Best Actor In A Leading Role (Female)
- Best Actress (Critics’)
- Best Actor In A Supporting Role (Male)
- Best Actor In A Supporting Role (Female)
- Best Music Album
- Best Lyricist/Lyrics
- Best Playback Singer (Male)
- Best Playback Singer (Female)
These awards span across Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil film industries .
A Celebration of South Indian Cinema
The 70th Filmfare Awards South represents a significant milestone, celebrating seven decades of cinematic excellence . The event highlights Kerala’s cultural richness and its growing importance as a cultural hub .