Showsha Reel Awards 2025: Shreya Ghoshal, Alka Yagnik Among Nominees For Best Playback Singer (Female)
News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2025 are all set to take place on 20th March, 2025. Ahead of the award ceremony, let’s take a look at the nominations for Best Playback Singer (Female) this year.

Brace yourselves, because the News18 Showsha Reel Awards are here to dazzle us once again! The award ceremony is all set to take place on 20th March, 2025, and will recognize and honour the top talents in Indian cinema and the OTT landscape across different categories. From new artists to seasoned singers- over the past year, we heard some impressive voices that left a lasting impact in the music industry and audiences alike. We are all set to celebrate their exceptional contributions, and you can help us decide which female playback singer impressed you the most!
Without further ado, let’s take a look at the nominees for the ‘Best Playback Singer (Female).
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Madhubanti Bagchi (Aaj Ki Raat – Stree 2): ‘Aaj Ki Raat’ from Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao starrer ‘Stree 2’ put Madhubanti Bagchi on the map, and became one of the most popular songs of the year! The song captivated listeners with its mesmerizing vocals, and catchy beats, and soon became a chartbuster, topping the Billboard India charts for consecutive thirteen weeks!
Shreya Ghoshal (Ami Je Tomar 3.0- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3): Shreya Ghoshal never fails to mesmerize us with her voice, and the queen of melody did that once again with ‘Ami Je Tomar 3.0’, from Kartik Aaryan starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. She brought her soulful voice to breathe new life to this beloved track, which offered a fresh yet nostalgic experience for listeners.
Shilpa Rao (Mere Mehboob – Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video): Shilpa Rao left fans awestruck with the sensational song ‘Mere Mehboob’ from Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri starrer ‘Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Who Wala Video’. The catchy, captivating song effortlessly captures the essence of love and longing. Shilpa Rao’s versatile and emotive vocals take the song to a whole another level.
Monali Thakur (Haan Ke Haan – Maharaj):
Monali Thakur’s vocals in ‘Haan Ke Haan’ from ‘Maharaj truly resonated with the audience! So much so, that the song began trending on social media, leading to several reels, covers, and fan-made videos circulating online. Monali’s soothing voice, combined with the fun-filled composition made the song a massive hit.
Parampara Thakur (Raanjhaan – Do Patti): Parampara Thakur’s soulful and rich voice elevated the song ‘Raanjhan’ from Kajol, Kriti Sanon and Shaheer Sheikh starrer ‘Do Patti’. Parampara, known for her vocal prowess, brought a raw intensity, emotion and passion to the song, that struck a chord with the listeners.
Alka Yagnik, Richa Sharma, Pooja Tiwari, Yashika Sikka (Naram Kaalja – Amar Singh Chamkila):
‘Naram Kaajla’ from the film ‘Amar Singh Chamkila’ is a captivating track featuring the powerful vocals of Alka Yagnik alongside Richa Sharma, Pooja Tiwari, and Yashika Sikka. It is a soulful fusion of traditional melodies and contemporary beats. Each singer brings their own unique voice to this song, thus making is a musical treat for listeners!
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