Ratnakar Kumar wins Best Producer, Mahi Srivastava crowned Best Actress, and Ranjan Sinha honored as Best PRO
The city of Mumbai came alive with glamour and celebration as the 10th Sabrang Bhojpuri Film Awards 2025–26 unfolded in a grand style. The spotlight of the evening was undeniably on producer Ratnakar Kumar’s socially driven and women-centric film ‘Jaya’, which swept major honors and dominated the award night.
The film bagged four prestigious titles — Best Film, Best Producer (Ratnakar Kumar), Best Actress (Mahi Srivastava), and Best Supporting Actor (Dayashankar Pandey). Adding to the film’s success, its Public Relations Officer Ranjan Sinha was once again recognized as Best PRO, marking his continued excellence in the field of entertainment publicity.
A Story that Celebrates Women’s Strength
‘Jaya’ stood out this year for its heartfelt portrayal of women empowerment and their place in modern society. The film’s strong narrative, emotional depth, and thoughtful presentation struck a chord with both audiences and critics.
Speaking after the win, producer Ratnakar Kumar expressed his gratitude and pride, saying,
“Jaya truly deserves these awards. Its concept and making reflect the passion and sincerity of the entire team. We believe in creating films that are artistically crafted yet deeply entertaining.”
Mahi Srivastava Shines Bright
The film’s leading lady, Mahi Srivastava, delivered a stellar performance that earned her the Best Actress Award. Sharing her excitement on social media, Mahi wrote that this recognition was “incredibly special” to her. She extended heartfelt thanks to her director and producer Ratnakar Kumar, the film’s cast and crew, and her fans for their unwavering love and support.
“I dedicate this award to everyone who believed in me. I promise to keep pushing boundaries and bring more meaningful stories to life,” she said.
A Star-Studded Evening in Mumbai
The awards night witnessed a dazzling lineup of Bhojpuri cinema’s biggest stars. Mega Star and MP Manoj Tiwari graced the occasion as the chief guest, alongside Dinesh Lal Yadav ‘Nirahua’, Amrapali Dubey, Yash Kumar Mishra, Manoj Singh Tiger, and several other notable names from the industry.
Now in its tenth successful year, the Sabrang Bhojpuri Film Awards has cemented its position as one of the most prestigious events in the regional film industry. With its sweeping success, ‘Jaya’ has once again proved that when a story is powerful and filmmaking is sincere, Bhojpuri cinema can captivate audiences just as much as any mainstream film.
