Andhra Pradesh revives Nandi awards to honour film and TV talent

The Andhra Pradesh government has decided to revive the Nandi Film and Television Awards, with award ceremonies for different years planned to be completed by December 2026.

A.P. State Film, Television, and Theatre Development Corporation (APFDC/APSFT&TDC) Chairman P. Bharat Bhushan and Managing Director K. Viswanathan announced the decision at a press conference in Vijayawada on Tuesday (September 22, 2026).

Mr. Bhushan said it was decided to present the previously announced Nandi Film and Television Awards for the years 2012 to 2016, while the government was also taking steps to honour talent in the film and television sectors and promote the State’s cultural heritage.

For the years 2017 to 2024, the government had decided to present four awards each year—two Production Awards and two Special Jury Awards—in the Film and Television categories. The Nandi Film and Television Awards for 2025 will also be presented, he said.