A Stunning Victory for a Rising Star
In a historic moment at the IIFA Awards 2025, 17-year-old Nitanshi Goel took home the Best Actress award for her role in Laapataa Ladies, beating seasoned stars like Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, Yami Gautam, and Shraddha Kapoor. Her unexpected win made her the youngest recipient of this prestigious award, marking a major milestone in her budding career.
An Emotional Moment on Stage
As Nitanshi walked up to receive her award from Boman Irani and Bobby Deol, she was visibly overwhelmed. Dressed in a stunning ruby-red gown, the young actress struggled to hold back tears as she dedicated the award to her family, director Kiran Rao, and the entire team of Laapataa Ladies.
“I wasn’t expecting this at all,” she admitted in her emotional acceptance speech. “I knew Laapataa Ladies had a strong chance, but I never thought I’d win myself. Competing against such incredible actors whom I admire so much is surreal. I am truly overwhelmed by the love and support.”
From Newcomer to Award-Winning Actress
Nitanshi’s performance as Phool Kumari in Laapataa Ladies was widely praised, but the win still came as a surprise. Speaking to ANI after the ceremony, she revealed that the first thing she did was cry, hug her mom, and share a heartfelt moment with director Kiran Rao.
“It’s become a thing now,” she laughed, referring to her teary-eyed speech. “Winning this award is a dream come true, and I just couldn’t stop crying. It means so much to me.”
Looking Ahead: Dreams of Working with SRK
As she basks in the glory of her win, Nitanshi is already looking ahead to her future in Bollywood. She expressed excitement about working with more stars and has a dream wishlist.
“There are so many people I’d love to work with, but Shah Rukh Khan is at the top of my list,” she shared. “Kartik Aaryan is another dream co-star. It would be amazing to share the screen with them someday!”
Laapataa Ladies: A Film That Stole Hearts
Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, was one of the biggest winners at IIFA 2025, securing multiple awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress. The film, set in rural India, tells the story of two newlywed brides who are accidentally switched during a train journey.
Starring Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Ravi Kishan, the film has been hailed for its strong storytelling and brilliant performances.
Nitanshi’s win marks the beginning of what promises to be an extraordinary career, and with Bollywood now taking notice, she is undoubtedly a star in the making.
