Archive · 6 Nov 2025
Emraan Hashmi, Salman Khan Question Film Award Credibility
Imagine your favorite movie stars get awards for their work, like a gold star sticker at school.
But lately, actors like Emraan Hashmi and Salman Khan say these award shows have become a bit like a game where the stars might get an award just for showing up or performing at the show, not always for being the best.
It's like getting a sticker for being in class instead of for doing the best drawing.
Some actors have even joked they used their awards as doorstops or for their bathroom handles because they didn't feel they were earned fairly.
While they still like being part of the shows, they think the real awards are the love from fans and making good movies.
Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam discussed the diminished credibility of film award shows in a recent interview.
Hashmi described award shows as transactional events, suggesting awards are given for performances at the event rather than merit.
Salman Khan previously stated that he and his family used film awards as door stoppers due to their abundance.
Hashmi shared an anecdote about an actor using awards as flush handles and door knobs for their bathroom.
Both Hashmi and Khan suggest that award shows are now influenced by factors like TRPs, sponsorship, and celebrity participation.
- Who
- Emraan Hashmi, Salman Khan, Yami Gautam
- What
- Discussion on the declining credibility and transactional nature of film award shows.
- When
- Recent interview with Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam; past statements from Salman Khan.
- Where
- Unspecified film industry circles and award shows in India.
- Why
- Celebrities express concerns that award shows are no longer solely based on merit but on factors like event participation, connections, TRPs, and sponsorship money.
Celebrities Prioritizing Craft and Authenticity
Celebrities Engaging with Award Shows
Award Show Value
Celebrities Prioritizing Craft and Authenticity
Emraan Hashmi views award shows as transactional events where awards are given for performances at the event or connections, rather than genuine craft. He states he wouldn't accept an award if it wasn't genuine and believes these shows have lost credibility.
Celebrities Engaging with Award Shows
Salman Khan admits to using awards as doorstops and throwing them out due to lack of space, indicating a devaluation of the physical trophies. However, he still hosts and performs at award shows, stating his real reward is fan love and that younger actors should receive awards.
Acceptance of Awards
Celebrities Prioritizing Craft and Authenticity
Emraan Hashmi considers accepting a non-genuine award as delusional and dishonest. He has stopped attending shows he doesn't receive genuine recognition at, finding them exhausting.
Celebrities Engaging with Award Shows
Salman Khan would only accept an award if pressured, like when called on stage with others, and has seen them used as bathroom flush handles and door knobs by another actor. He clarifies he would continue to participate in shows without accepting trophies, prioritizing boosts for younger actors.
Motivation for Participation
Celebrities Prioritizing Craft and Authenticity
Emraan Hashmi believes award shows have become about barter systems and TRPs, losing focus on acting craft.
Celebrities Engaging with Award Shows
Salman Khan believes his reward is fan love and respect, and that his films doing well is his true reward. He acknowledges that younger actors might benefit from receiving awards.
- Actor's Anecdote
- Emraan Hashmi shared an anecdote about an unnamed actor using awards as flush handles and door knobs.
- Salman Khan's Past Statement
- Salman Khan previously stated he used film awards as door stoppers at home.
- Emraan Hashmi's View
- Award shows are transactional events and have lost credibility.
- Yami Gautam's Experience
- Felt excitement for awards faded when her turn came very late (2:30 AM).
- Credibility Concerns
- Awards are perceived as a barter system, influenced by performances at the event or connections.