Superstar Shah Rukh Khan Takes Centre Stage and will host 70th Filmfare Awards at EKA Arena, Ahmedabad, Co-hosting with Karan Johar and Maniesh Paul on October 11th
Bollywood bids farewell to a 17-year drought! Superstar Shah Rukh Khan will officially return as the host of the prestigious 70th Filmfare Awards 2025. The announcement has sent ripples of excitement across the film industry and fan communities, marking the return of one of the show’s most beloved hosts since his last major hosting stint in 2008.
The milestone event will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The ceremony is being held with the crucial support of Gujarat Tourism, aiming to highlight the state’s growing stature as a cinematic hub. Khan will not manage the stage alone; he joins an exciting line-up of co-hosts: master filmmaker Karan Johar and the energetic actor-anchor Maniesh Paul. Fans eagerly anticipate the trio’s electrifying chemistry and sharp-witted humour, promising a memorable night of glamour, celebration, and cinema.
Returning to the Filmfare stage holds special significance for the global icon. Shah Rukh Khan, who has secured the iconic Black Lady trophy multiple times and previously hosted the awards on several occasions, including memorable partnerships with Saif Ali Khan and Karan Johar, voiced his enthusiasm.
“From the first time I held the Black Lady in my hands, to sharing countless memories with my colleagues and fans over the years; it’s been a journey of love, cinema, and magic,” Khan said in a statement. “To return as a co-host for the 70th year is truly special, and I promise we’ll make it a night to remember, full of laughter, nostalgia and celebration of the movies we all love.”
The actor’s previous hosting gigs were legendary for their infectious energy, spontaneous humour, and witty segments, qualities the audience expects him to revive for this grand 70th-anniversary edition.
For the second consecutive year, the Filmfare Awards celebrate Bollywood excellence in Gujarat. The choice of the EKA Arena, Kankaria Lake, Ahmedabad, solidifies the state’s commitment to promoting its Cinematic Tourism Policy. The state government’s partnership with Worldwide Media Private Limited underlines a strategic vision to position Gujarat as a preferred destination for the film industry, a move the Chief Minister acknowledged as a landmark in boosting the local economy and promoting the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative.
Co-host Karan Johar also shared his delight in being a part of the milestone event. “Filmfare is not just an award, it’s a legacy that has shaped the very narrative of Indian cinema… I am truly delighted to co-host what promises to be one of the most memorable nights ever,” Johar commented, highlighting the ceremony’s importance in Indian film history.
The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 will honour the best Hindi-language films released in the year 2024. The hosting trio—Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul—bring a unique blend of star power, directorial insight, and comedic timing to the stage.
While fans eagerly await the winners, the announcement of Khan’s return has already won a major battle for the organisers: ensuring the event becomes one of the year’s most anticipated television spectacles. October 11th is now firmly circled on calendars as the night Bollywood’s reigning superstar makes his grand hosting comeback, lighting up the stage in Ahmedabad.
