Rising star Nitanshi Goel’s moving performance in Laapataa Ladies earned her the Breakthrough Performer of the Year (Female) award at the second Movified Digital Awards. Though the film, which was directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, received praise for its storytelling and direction, Nitanshi’s multi-layered and emotionally charged performance added a unique depth to the screen, especially when it came to depicting innocence, quiet resiliency, and female agency in a rural setting, a viewpoint that isn’t frequently given credit in popular appreciation.
Although many praised Rao’s sensitive directing and the film’s sociopolitical themes, Nitanshi’s performance served as the narrative’s emotional fulcrum. Without depending on ostentatious speech or theatrical gestures, her portrayal of Phool Kumari, a newlywed bride who disappears, delicately captures the journey from bewilderment to clarity, from fear to self-assertion. Her self-control turned into a strength, and it is this nuanced performance that brings her this award and much-needed recognition.
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The Promoter of Movified, Sudhanshu Kumar, in his opening address at the ceremony, shared:
“It brings me great joy to present the second edition of the Movified Digital Awards. This initiative began with a single purpose — to give heartfelt recognition to those whose talent truly deserves the spotlight.
It’s not just about awards; it’s about honouring the passion, dedication, and creativity that goes into every story.
To the winners and nominees — congratulations. And to our growing Movified community — thank you for making this vision come alive. Here’s to meaningful cinema, to voices that matter, and to celebrating the magic of storytelling — always.”
Adding to that, Neekita Singh, Director of Movified, stated:
“As the Director of Movified, it brings me great pride to present the second edition of the Movified Digital Awards – a celebration of pure talent, passion, and cinematic excellence. This initiative was born out of a desire to recognize and celebrate the talent that truly deserves the applause—both in front of the camera and behind it.
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the winners & nominees and our ever growing Movified community for making this vision a reality.
Here’s to cinema, to stories that stay with us, and to the power of recognition. The journey continues, and Movified will always be here to celebrate the spirit of the screen.”
As Nitanshi Goel continues her rise in Indian cinema, this accolade stands as a reminder that even the quietest performances can leave the loudest echoes when given the right platform.
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