The Telangana Gaddar Awards 2024, held on June 14, 2025, at Hyderabad’s HICC Novotel, was a star-studded affair that turned into a memorable “Taggedele” moment for Allu Arjun. Honored as Best Actor for his explosive performance in Pushpa 2- The Rule, Arjun didn’t just accept the award-he owned the stage with a fiery flair that echoed his iconic on-screen persona.
Stepping up to receive the prestigious Gaddar Award, he sought “permission” from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, who was present, before unleashing a crowd-roaring repeat of a Pushpa 2 dialogue.
With his signature swagger, he delivered lines that had the audience erupting in cheers, metaphorically raising his collar in defiance of past controversies. Social media buzzed with posts calling it a slap-back at critics, referencing the Sandhya Theatre incident and subsequent political jabs that targeted him.
The event, marking Telangana’s first film awards in 14 years, was a grand celebration of Telugu cinema.
Arjun, alongside stars like Balakrishna and Vijay Devarakonda, shone brightly, with Pushpa 2’s success cemented by this recognition. His heartfelt embrace of the CM on stage, calling him “Revanthanna” added a touch of warmth to the bold act, blending respect with his unapologetic star power.
This wasn’t just an award win- it was Allu Arjun proving, in true Pushpa Raj style, that he bows to no one. A story that’s as masala-packed as his blockbuster, it’s a tale of grit, glory, and a dialogue delivery that’ll be replayed for years.
