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After 25 years in the film industry Abhishek Bachchan finally held the trophy that had eluded him for so long the Best Actor Award at the 2025 Filmfare Awards. Winning for his powerful performance in I Want To Talk Abhishek couldn’t contain his emotions as he walked to the stage tears glistening in his eyes. As he took the mic the hall fell silent. “This year marks 25 years of my working in the industry. I don’t even remember how many times I’ve rehearsed a speech for this award” he said his voice trembling with gratitude. The audience including some of Bollywood’s biggest names rose in applause as Abhishek soaked in the moment one that marked not just professional success but personal fulfilment too. Abhishek Bachchan expresses his gratitude Holding the black lady close Abhishek reflected on his long journey filled with hits misses and resilience. “Winning this has been my dream and today I feel truly grateful. Receiving it in front of my family makes it even more special” he said looking visibly emotional. The actor even lightened the moment with his signature wit addressing Kartik Aaryan who had presented the award. “Please Kartik wait. You need to calm down first before I start. He got emotional thinking I wouldn’t” he joked drawing laughter from the crowd. But the humour soon gave way to heartfelt emotion as Abhishek began dedicating his win to the people who shaped his life both on and off-screen. What did he say about Aishwarya Rai and Bachchan Aaradhya Bachchan? As emotions surged Abhishek looked upward for a moment then softly mentioned his wife and daughter. He said “I want to thank Aishwarya and Aaradhya for allowing me to step out and chase my dreams. I hope after winning this they understand the sacrifices they’ve made for me to stand here today.” The heartfelt mention of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan struck an emotional chord with fans who praised Abhishek for publicly acknowledging his family’s unwavering support throughout his career. Who did he dedicate the award to? In a deeply touching moment Abhishek said “This film is about a father and a daughter and I want to dedicate this to my hero my father and to my other hero my daughter.” The hall echoed with applause as cameras captured the proud smiles of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. The film I Want To Talk marks Abhishek’s first collaboration with acclaimed filmmaker Shoojit Sircar known for Vicky Donor Piku and Sardar Udham. The movie inspired by a true story sees Abhishek portraying a terminally ill father trying to reconnect with his estranged daughter a performance that earned him unanimous critical praise. Highlights: Abhishek Bachchan wins his first-ever Best Actor award for I Want To Talk after 25 years in the industry. The actor dedicates the award to his father Amitabh Bachchan his wife Aishwarya Rai and their daughter Aaradhya. His emotional speech leaves the audience teary-eyed at the Filmfare Awards 2025.