Kerala State Film Awards: This state award in Kerala is presented to the exceptionally gifted in the field of cinema, literature, and other arts. In addition, it serves a recognition point of the cultural wealth and artistic excellence of a proud state. But apart from all these laurels and recognitions, there are much discussions about the prize amounts awarded to the winners of Kerala State awards. Here is a brief peek into the different categories with their rewards.
Among Indian cinema’s best awards, the Kerala State Film Awards are given every year. By the state government to honor the best performances, directorial brilliance, and technical excellence in Malayalam films. For the Best Actor and Best Actress each, ₹1,00,000 will be given along with a testimonial and a bronze statuette each. ₹2,00,000 will be awarded to the Best Director, and ₹3,00,000 to the Best Film, which will then be shared between the awardee and the awarder. The effervescent talents out there are even recognized – as Best Debut Director. The budding talent receives ₹50,000, to ignite a fire in the tender lenses to have their once shot.
This award of the Kerala Government is the highest in the field of literature-the greatest of all. It consists of ₹500,000 cash, citation, and plaque. The award is named after Thunchath Ezhuthachan, the father of Malayalam literature. And it is a recognition of contributions made during the entire phase of life to the language and writings in Malayalam.
Prominent Other Awards in Kerala
Apart from film and literature, Kerala also recognizes citizens in the field of art, music, and theatre through state-level awards. Most such awards ranged from ₹50,000 to ₹2,00,000, depending on the category and number of its importance.
Also Read: Kerala State Film Awards 2025 Full Winner List here
Recognition’s Real Worth
Indeed, huge prize money, awardees bargain, the actual prize lies in the honor of recognition by the government of Kerala. These awards accelerate the careers and uphold Kerala’s way of nurturing art, culture, and creativity.
Kerala State Awards, for example, are not awards but, at times, become the homage that attests to talent, dedication, and pride in culture.