‘Z’ Announces Maruti Suzuki Presents 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026, Taking FANtertainment to the Next Level
To be hosted at Mumbai’s NSCI Dome, the awards reaffirm their commitment to a fan-powered celebration of cinema with the theme ‘Yeh Pal Hai Fans Ka’.
‘Z’, India's leading Content and Technology Powerhouse, has played a defining role in shaping India’s entertainment landscape, continually reimagining how stories are told and experienced. The company pairs emotionally resonant storytelling with cutting-edge innovation to craft immersive entertainment experiences rooted in culture and built for the future across screens, formats, and languages.
With decades of storytelling experience, the network continues to evolve audience engagement across platforms, forging deeper and more meaningful connections with viewers. Amongst these is the Zee Cine Awards, a cornerstone of this legacy, which has stood as a trusted and celebrated platform honouring excellence in Hindi cinema.
Over the years, it has evolved into a much-loved celebration that reflects not only industry achievement, but also the enduring bond between cinema and its audiences, recognizing them as the true champions of cinema.
This year, ‘Z’ takes its fan-first philosophy FANtertainment to the next level with ‘Yeh Pal Hai Fans Ka’, reinforcing the belief that cinema’s most unforgettable moments are shaped by the love, loyalty, and passion of fans. Maruti Suzuki presents the 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026, making every moment a shared experience between stars and their biggest supporters.
The 2026 edition was officially announced in Mumbai through a high-energy, fan-driven press conference featuring Akshay Kumar, Tamannaah Bhatia, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Aparshakti Khurana, Mithoon, and Palak Muchhal. Their presence brought warmth, star power, and relatability, setting the tone for a season that celebrates cinema through the eyes of its biggest champions, the fans.
Staying true to the spirit of ‘Yeh Pal Hai Fans Ka’, the announcement unfolded as an immersive experience where fans didn’t just witness the moment but shaped it. Akshay Kumar engaged directly with fans and invited the stars on stage to reveal the Maruti Suzuki presents 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026 ground event dates.
The energy continued to soar as Tamannaah Bhatia, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Aparshakti Khurana, Mithoon, and Palak Muchhal took centre stage, engaging with fans, recreating iconic hook steps, and participating in high-spirited interactive moments that strengthened the bond between stars and audiences.
Maruti Suzuki presents 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026 will unfold as a shared journey across television, digital, print, and fan-led experiences, ensuring sustained engagement from the announcement phase through to the awards night and beyond.
Laxmi Shetty, Head – Advertisement Revenue, Broadcast & Digital, ZEEL, highlighted the awards’ continued relevance, ZEE’s omni-channel ecosystem, and the long-standing trust of marquee partners including Maruti Suzuki, Hell Energy, Rajdhani Dal, L’Oréal Paris Glycolic Gloss, Cadbury Dairy Milk, and Balaji Wafers.
Ruchir Tiwari, Chief Cluster Officer – Hindi & Marathi Movies, ZEEL, shared that the 2026 edition promises a fresh, ambitious celebration with spectacular performances and storytelling designed to surprise and delight audiences.
Kartik Mahadev, Chief Marketing Officer, ZEE & ZEE5, stated that FANtertainment celebrates moments that travel through culture, shaped and carried forward by fans who give cinema its meaning.
Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer – Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, expressed pride in the fourth year of association and highlighted the success of Maruti Suzuki Victoris, the Indian Car of the Year 2026, which achieved 50,000 sales within five months of launch.
Mr. Unnikannan Gangadharan, Director, HELL ENERGY Pvt. Ltd., celebrated the brand’s 20-year global journey and announced the upcoming launch of HELL ZERO – White Peach Flavour, along with the Viewers’ Choice Song of the Year award.
Artists including Akshay Kumar, Tamannaah Bhatia, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Aparshakti Khurana, Mithoon, and Palak Muchhal shared heartfelt reflections on their association with Zee Cine Awards, celebrating its legacy, warmth, and fan-driven spirit.
Maruti Suzuki presents the 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026 will illuminate Mumbai’s NSCI Dome on 28th February and 1st March, promising spectacular performances, star-studded glamour, and unforgettable moments. Tickets will be available on District by Zomato, while audiences nationwide can catch the celebration on Zee TV, Zee Cinema, and ZEE5.