At the Chetak Screen Awards 2026, Vikash Nowlakha received the Best Cinematography award for his outstanding work in the film 'Dhurandhar'. The competition in this category was fierce, featuring nominees such as Pratik Shah for 'Homebound', Swapnil S. Sonawane for 'Superboys of Malegaon', and others. The award was presented by Resul Pookutty, an Oscar-winning sound designer, alongside actor Girija Oak. The ceremony was hosted by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, comedians Zakir Khan and Sunil Grover, and journalist Saurabh Dwivedi. The Chetak Screen Awards, established by The Indian Express Group, aim to honor artistic excellence based on merit and integrity, with nominations and winners selected by the Screen Academy, an independent body of 53 respected filmmakers and cultural figures. The evaluation process was guided by Dr. Priya Jaikumar from the University of Southern California, ensuring a structured and fair voting system.