The 24th edition of the Zee Cine Awards is set to return with a grand celebration of Hindi cinema, as organisers announced that voting for the Viewers’ Choice categories is now live. With the theme ‘Yeh Pal Hai Fans Ka’, the awards aim to place audiences at the centre of the celebration, recognising their role in shaping the success of films, performances, and music in the industry.

According to a press release, Maruti Suzuki presents the 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026 will be held on February 28 and March 1 at the NSCI Dome in Mumbai. The event promises star-studded performances, major cinematic moments, and a platform that celebrates both industry excellence and fan engagement.

Over the years, the Zee Cine Awards have established themselves as one of Bollywood’s prominent platforms, honouring outstanding performances, blockbuster films, and defining cinematic moments. From high-energy stage acts to memorable award presentations, the show has evolved into a large-scale entertainment spectacle blending industry recognition with audience participation.

This year’s edition continues that legacy by strengthening its fan-driven approach. With the concept of “FANtertainment,” the organisers emphasise the influence of audiences in shaping careers and turning films into major successes. The initiative encourages viewers to actively participate by voting for their favourite stars, films, and songs across multiple platforms.

Voting for the Viewers’ Choice categories began on February 11, allowing audiences to cast their votes through the official website, social media platforms, WhatsApp, and the ZEE5 app. The organisers said the initiative is designed to make fans active contributors to the celebration rather than just spectators.

Among the nominees for Viewer’s Choice Best Film are ‘Dhurandhar’, ‘Chhaava’, ‘Saiyaara’, ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’, ‘Jolly LLB 3’, and ‘Jaat’. The Viewer’s Choice Best Actor (Male) category includes Ranveer Singh for ‘Dhurandhar’, Vicky Kaushal for ‘Chhaava’, Akshay Kumar for ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ and ‘Jolly LLB 3’, Sunny Deol for ‘Jaat’, and Dhanush for ‘Tere Ishk Mein’.

In the Viewer’s Choice Best Actor (Female) category, nominees include Kriti Sanon for ‘Tere Ishk Mein’, Yami Gautam for ‘Haq’, Kangana Ranaut for ‘Emergency’, Tripti Dimri for ‘Dhadak 2’, Aneet Padda for ‘Saiyaara’, and Sonam Bajwa for ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’. The Viewer’s Choice Song of the Year category features tracks such as the ‘Saiyaara’ title song, ‘Laal Pari’ from ‘Housefull 5’, ‘Dhurandhar’ title track, ‘Uyi Amma’ ‘from ‘Azaad’, ‘Deewaniyat’, and ‘Aavan Jaavan’ from ‘War 2’.

Audiences can vote through the official Zee Cine Awards website, the ZEE5 app, or by engaging with the awards’ official social media pages. Organisers have also introduced WhatsApp voting to make the process more interactive and accessible.

The event is presented by Maruti Suzuki, with Hell Energy Drink as energy drink partner and several other brands joining as special partners. Tickets for the ceremony are available through District by Zomato, while the awards ceremony will later be telecast on Zee TV, Zee Cinema, and ZEE5.

As the countdown begins, the 24th Zee Cine Awards 2026 aims to deliver a larger-than-life celebration of Hindi cinema, reinforcing the message that the true spotlight belongs to the fans who power the industry’s biggest successes.