Hey Marathi cinema fans! Just imagine you are witnessing an evening where the glowing red carpet, anchors cracking witty jokes, and your favourite stars from your favourite family dramas and movies stepping into the spotlight. Sounds really amazing, right?
Well, that is all the ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar is bringing you every year. These awards today have become one of the most prestigious ones given in the Marathi cinema. This is not just another award show, but it is the biggest celebration of Maharashtra of pure Marathi talent in the movies and TV industry.
We will discuss these awards in this guide step by step. Let’s dive in.
ZEE Chitra Gaurav Pursaskar 2026 Telecast Date and Time: Mark Your Calendar Right Now
The official release of ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar is already here. You can easily enjoy the award function on ZEE5 on March 12 2026. That means you can start watching the special episode and full ceremony moments right now. The special pre-event episode available earlier gives fans a sneak peek into the excitement. Just enjoy this prestigious award function at ZEE5 this weekend with your family and friends.
Nominations for ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar 2026
The nominations light up the Marathi movie world completely. The nomination includes everything, including Best Film for those emotional Marathi family dramas, Best Actor and Best Actress for powerful performances, technical gems like cinematography and music and a lot more for Marathi movies, Marathi TV shows, Marathi Live HD and Marathi web series.
The special episode on ZEE5 reveals all the things, including the shortlisted names and stories behind them. The votes of viewers play an important role in some categories.
The important nominations and winners of ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar 2026 are:
Best Movie: Ata Thambaycha Nay! (Winner)
Best Director: Shivraj Waichal for Ata Thambaycha Nay!
Best Actress: Amruta Subhash for Jaran
Best Actor: Dilip Prabhavalkar for Dhasavatar and Bharat Jadhav for Ata Thambaycha Nay!
Nominations: Sthal (10 Noms), Mukkam Post Bombilwadi (6 noms)
Where to Watch ZEE Gaurav Puraskar 2026?
ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar can be easily streamed on ZEE5 with a high-quality experience and zero ad interruptions with premium services. Just log in to the app or website and search for the “ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar 2026” there, and once you get it, just hit the play button.
The awards are available to stream in Marathi audio.
Why the ZEE Gaurav Puraskar Feels Extra Special This Year?
The annual ZEE Marathi ceremony is a heartfelt salute to the finest in the Marathi cinema. Anchored by the super-talented Ameya Wagh and Dr Nilesh Sabale, the night brings up an absolute mix of glamour, emotions and pure Marathi pride for the audience.
The red carpet of the award function appears to be inspired by traditional Maharashtrian culture. The surprise performances, and emotional thank-you speeches appear quite touching. These awards boost the box office magic for Marathi drama movies and inspire new creators for bringing up the bold stories in their regional language.
How Nominations and Voting Make this Award Show Truly Interactive?
The best thing about the ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar is that it includes some categories that are decided by your votes. Fans across Maharashtra get the opportunity to pick their favourites in popular sections like Best Actor or Best Movie. The jury of the awards handles the technical excellence so that every behind-the-scenes hero in Marathi thrillers or Marathi comedies gets recognition too.
The special episode of ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar on ZEE5 walks the audience through the entire nomination journey, including shortlisted stories, fun interviews and a lot more.
Pro Tips to Never Miss a Moment of This Award Show?
- Set a reminder for 12 March and enjoy the award function with friends and family.
- Turn on notifications in the ZEE5 app to easily catch the fresh clips or behind-the-scenes extras instantly.
- Don’t miss exploring the “Awards and Events” section on ZEE5 after the main ceremony episodes here of the ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar highlights along with hundreds of Marathi comedy movies, Marathi romantic dramas, Marathi action movies, inspiring biopics and web series featuring the same stars.
ZEE Gaurav Puraskar: The Future of Marathi Cinema Talent
ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar is raising the bar higher for the creators every year. These awards are pushing creators to tell the bolder stories in Marathi. It encourages fresh genres, including the thick sci-fi touches in local settings and women-led power dramas as well.
These awards are a perfect motivation booster for the young directors and writers. Every nomination and every win gives the newcomers the confidence to chase their bigger dreams in Marathi movies. The awards also give motivation to the established actors in different genres, including intense, courtroom dramas and light-hearted family entertainers and a lot more.
Behind the Scenes: What Makes the Ceremony So Entertaining
Hosts Ameya Wagh and Dr Nilesh Sabale bring up a perfect Marathi humour and warmth to the award function. The audience can expect the live performances bringing up folk beats with modern flair, emotional tributes to legends and a lot more, making the Marathi award night absolutely a spell. The theme of the celebrations this year is “Marathi pride”, the same that keeps our cinema thriving in a crowded digital world.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar
Q1: When was the ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar first celebrated?
Ans: In 2000
Q2: How are the ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar winners chosen?
Ans: Jury members
Q3: Where to find the nomination list of ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar 2026?
Ans: The shortlisted names and categories can be checked from the special episode on ZEE5
Q4: Can I watch the past ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar ceremonies on ZEE5 too?
Ans: Yes
Q5: Who is hosting the ZEE Chitra Gaurav Puraskar 2026?
Ans: Ameya Wagh and Dr Nilesh Sabale
Lights, Camera, Marathi Forever: Your Personal Invitation to Join the Celebration!
So, guys! This is your complete and ready-to-use guide to enjoy ZEE Gaurav Puraskar 2026. From exact release on 12 March 2026 to every nomination detail and the easiest way of watching on ZEE5, we have included all the things for enjoying this most loved Marathi cinema honour. Head to ZEE5 right now, hit play and let the magic unfold.
Bio of Author: Gayatri Tiwari is an experienced digital strategist and entertainment writer, bringing 20+ years of content expertise to one of India’s largest OTT platforms. She blends industry insight with a passion for cinema to deliver engaging, trustworthy perspectives on movies, TV shows and web series.
