The inaugural edition of RPSG Lifestyle Media's The Honours, powered by The Hollywood Reporter India was held on February 18, 2026, at the Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai, celebrating excellence in Indian storytelling across film and streaming. The evening recognised the best series, films, and individual performances of the year, along with a special blockbuster honour and the coveted Icon of the Year title. The event was opened by Avarna Jain, Chairperson of RPSG Lifestyle Media and Vice Chairperson of Saregama India, who set the tone by declaring that "culture is capital." Presenters through the night included filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, superstar Anil Kapoor, and the iconic duo of Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Rajkumar Hirani, while legendary actress Shabana Azmi graced the stage to present the Icon of the Year honour.

The evening was filled with heartfelt and memorable moments — from debut filmmakers sharing deeply personal journeys of perseverance and self-belief, to industry veterans celebrating the collaborative spirit of storytelling. Neha kept the energy alive with her signature wit, drawing laughs and candid exchanges from the guests on stage. Editor of The Hollywood Reporter India, Anupama Chopra, closed the night with Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Roger Ebert's famous words on cinema being the most powerful aid to empathy. With a room full of talent that stayed and cheered for each other till the very end, The Honours set the stage for what promises to become a defining celebration of Indian cinema and streaming.

In the first of our series with The Glenlivet, we host an Original Gathering with ace filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane in conversation with THR India Editor Anupama Chopra. He speaks about his attempt to constantly set new standards for himself through the movies he makes. The director talks about the importance of honing one's originality in moviemaking and the challenges he faced along the way.

The bold meets brilliance when we curate an intimate room of actors, musicians, comedians and business folk who come together to share their thoughts that sparks conversation.

The Hollywood Reporter India, the first media outlet covering India's entertainment industry across regions and languages, is the premier and most trusted resource for interviews, reviews, videos, and more. Here is our mission statement from our editor by Anupama Chopra.

With over 1,800 titles produced annually across more than 20 languages, India stands as the largest film producer globally. THR India aims to showcase the unique aesthetics, star systems, and cultural nuances of multiple thriving film industries across the country. Beyond cinema, the platform will cover India's booming streaming sector, its rapidly growing gaming market, and the explosive online content creation industry.

Brought to you by the RP Sanjiv Goenka Group, THR India leverages the 94-year legacy of the American brand to deliver insightful, informative, and credible entertainment journalism. From breaking news and trends to in-depth interviews and reviews, THR India promises to be the go-to source for all things entertainment across the Indian subcontinent.

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