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The Indian state of Punjab hosted its first-ever animation awards, an event dedicated to recognising excellence in the AVGC-XR (animation, visual effects, gaming, comics and extended reality) industry.
Organised by TalentXpress, founded by Riya Arora and Rohit Arora, the were held on 5 April 2025 in Ludhiana and drew over 3500 registrations, more than 500 nominees and over 80 award categories. The event was graced by Ashish Kulkarni, a pioneer in India’s AVGC ecosystem.
The highlights of the ceremony included Trailblazer Awards, which honoured over 30 industry stalwarts for their contributions in the digital and creative sectors. Notable winners included:
Digital influencers like Pritish Narula and the Ramneek Singh Family (1313) added vibrance to the event with their acts.