Natashi breaks down on stage after winning the IIFA Best Actress for Laapataa Ladies

Nitanshi Goel wins Best Actress at IIFA 2025

Nitashi found herself in tears as she held the award of best actress for potraying the role of Phool Kumari in the film Laapataa Ladies directed by Kiran Rao. The award was presented by Boman Irani and Bobby Deol where Goel amazed everyone in her ruby red gown. Nitashi was overwhelmed with emotions as she was thanking  the film team and Kiran Rao for the chance.

Nitanshi defeated Alia (Jigra), Katrina  (Merry Christmas), Yami Gautam (Article 370), and Shraddha Kapoor (Stree 2) to bag her first major acting award. While speaking to ANI about the win, she said, “I wasn’t expecting this,” adding, “I was hoping Laapataa Ladies would win big, but I didn’t think I would win myself. The other nominees were incredible, and I’m a huge fan of all of them. I’m truly overwhelmed by the love I’ve received.”

Nitanshi breaks down while addressing the attendees 

When asked about the emotional moment, she revealed, “It’s become a thing now. Honestly, I couldn’t stop crying because winning this award is a dream come true for every actor, and it’s finally come true for me. I’m just so grateful.”

After receiving the award, Nitanshi spoke about the overwhelming nature of the moment. “The first thing I did was cry and try to put together a speech because I couldn’t believe it was happening. Then I gave my mom a big hug, and a huge hug to Kiran ma’am. It was all just happy tears,” she said.

Nitanshi also expressed her excitement about working with more stars. “There are so many people on my list,” she said, adding, “But Shah Rukh sir tops the chart, followed by Kartik Aaryan. It would be amazing to work with any of them.”