The ‘Santhosham’ OTT Awards were celebrated in full glory, marking a distinctive path in Telugu Nata Cine weeklies. Suresh Kondeti, a former journalist who evolved into the founder of the film magazine ‘Santhosham,’ created a sensation in the industry. Launched in 2002, ‘Santhosham’ has continued to grow in popularity, showcasing its uniqueness. Suresh Kondeti initiated the ‘Santhosham’ Cine Awards with the intent of repaying the debt to the film industry that played a pivotal role in his journey.
This celebration has endured for the past 21 years without interruption. Suresh Kondeti is now preparing to organize the 22nd Santosham Awards ceremony on December 2 in Goa. Additionally, under the name of ‘Santhosham OTT’ awards, Suresh Kondeti has started recognizing and promoting outstanding content released on OTT platforms. This move, aimed at honoring home-based entertainment as an alternative to theaters, is a pioneering step in the history of world cinema.
The second-anniversary celebration of Santosham’s OTT Awards recently took place at Park Hyatt, Hyderabad, attended by various film celebrities. Chief guests at the event included Murali Mohan, Jayasudha, writers Vijayendra Prasad and Satyanand, S.V., and many others. The awards ceremony received applause for its contribution to recognizing talent in the rapidly growing OTT space.
During the event, several prominent figures, including Kota Kumar, Rajesh, Anup Rubens, Jayasudha, JD Chakraborty, Anasuya, and others, expressed their gratitude and congratulations. The event sponsors and industry leaders commended Suresh Kondeti for his continuous efforts in organizing the prestigious Santosham Awards for 22 years and acknowledged the significance of OTT platforms in the entertainment industry.
In his address, Murali Mohan highlighted the absence of government recognition for actors and technicians, emphasizing the importance of awards in boosting morale and recognizing talent. He commended Suresh Kondeti for his dedication and passion in organizing the Santosham Awards.
The ceremony also addressed the growing influence of OTT platforms, urging content creators to exercise self-censorship to ensure responsible and family-friendly content. The speakers underscored the need for recognizing talent in all forms of visual arts, including cinema, television, and theater, and expressed hopes for the continued success of Santosham Awards.
The gathering at the event included representatives from various industries, such as film, television, and business, who extended their support and congratulations to Suresh Kondeti for his outstanding contribution to the world of cinema.
Follow Telugu Funda on trending Social Media Platforms for more Telugu cinema and OTT updates.
