SIIMA Film Awards 2024 Nominations: Nani's Dasara And Rajinikanth's Jailer Leads, Check Out The List

SIIMA Film Awards 2024 Nominations: The South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) return with their prestigious 12th edition, set to celebrate the crème de la crème of South Indian cinema. Known for bridging global South Indian film aficionados with their beloved stars, SIIMA promises a grand spectacle honouring outstanding achievements across the Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam film industries.

Recently unveiled nominations have sparked excitement, highlighting top contenders in various categories. Leading the pack are "Dasara" (Telugu), "Jailer" (Tamil), "Kaatera" (Kannada), and "2018" (Malayalam), each securing multiple nods and affirming their status as commercial successes within their respective domains.

In Telugu cinema, "Dasara," featuring Nani and Keerthy Suresh, leads the nominations race with an impressive tally of 11 nods. Following closely is "Hi Nanna," starring Nani alongside Mrunal Thakur, which has garnered 10 nominations. Nani's exceptional performances in both 2023 releases have garnered acclaim from audiences and critics alike, earning him nominations for Best Actor. Alongside Nani, the leading actresses Keerthy Suresh and Mrunal Thakur, directors Srikanth Odela and Shouryuv, and music composers Santhosh Narayanan and Hesham Abdul Wahab have also received nominations across major categories. "Dasara" marks the directorial debut of Srikanth Odela, while "Hi Nanna" showcases the directorial prowess of newcomer Shouryuv.

Tamil superstar Rajinikanth's action-packed "Jailer," directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, leads the Tamil nominations with 11 nods, underscoring its impact at the box office and with critics. Following closely is Udhayanidhi Stalin and Keerthy Suresh's "Maamannan," recognised with nine nominations for its compelling narrative and performances.

In the Kannada category, "Kaatera," starring Darshan, secures eight nominations, showcasing its widespread acclaim among audiences. "Saptha Sagaradache Ello - Side A," featuring Rakshit Shetty and Rukmini Vasant, follows closely with seven nominations, reaffirming its place as a standout in Kannada cinema.

Malayalam's offerings include Tovino Thomas and Asif Ali's gripping survival drama "2018," which received eight nominations, reflecting its box office success and critical acclaim. "Kathal - The Core," starring Mammootty and Jyothika, follows with seven nominations, highlighting its impactful storytelling and stellar performances.

The SIIMA 2024 awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Dubai on September 14 and 15, promising an extravagant affair with elaborate arrangements. Fans can actively participate in the selection process through online voting on the SIIMA website and Facebook page, ensuring their favourite stars and films receive recognition.

Check Out The Nominations Below

Best Film Nominations - Tamil

Jailer
Leo
Maamannan
Ponniyin Selvan 2
Viduthalai 1

Best Film Nominations - Telugu

Balagam
Baby
Bhagavanth Kesari
Dasara
Hi Nanna
Virupaksha

Best Film Nominations - Kannada

Aachar & Co
Kaatera
Kousalya Supraja Rama
Kranti
Sapta Saagaradaache Ello - Side A

Best Film Nominations - Malayalam

Iratta
Kaathal: The Core
Nanpakal Nerathu Maykkam
Neru
2018

Best Actor In a Leading Role - Telugu

Balakrishna (Bhagavanth Kesari)
Chiranjeevi (Waltair Veerayya)
Dhanush (Sir)
Nani (Dasara)
Sai Durgha Tej (Virupaksha)

Best Actor In a Leading Role - Kannada

Darshan Thoogudeepa (Kaatera)
Daali Dhananjaya (Gurudev Hoysala)
Raj B Shetty (Toby)
Ramesh Aravind (Shivaji Surathkal 2)
Rakshit Shetty (Sapta Saagaradaache Ello - Side A)
Shivarajkumar (Ghost)

Best Actor In a Leading Role - Tamil

Rajinikanth (Jailer)
Sivakarthikeyan (Maaveeran)
Siddharth (Chiththa)
Udhayanidhi Stalin (Maamannan)
Vikram (Ponniyin Selvan 2)
Vijay (Leo)

Best Actor In a Leading Role - Malayalam

Basil Joseph (Falimy & Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham)
Joju George (Iratta)
Mohanlal (Neru)
Mammootty (Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam, Kaathal The Core, & Kannur Squad)
Suresh Gopi (Garudan)
Tovino Thomas (2018)

As excitement builds around SIIMA 2024, stay tuned for further updates on nominations and additional categories. This evolving story will continue to bring you the latest news and developments leading up to the prestigious event, capturing the essence of South Indian cinema's finest achievements.