Watch: Vicky Kaushal Sets The Stage On Fire As He Grooves To ‘Tauba Tauba’ At Event
Vicky Kaushal’s infectious energy was on full display when he danced to his song ‘Tauba Tauba’ recently.
The Pinkvilla Screen & Style Icons Awards 2026 turned out to be a night of glitz, glamour, and high-octane entertainment as the biggest names in the Indian film industry descended upon the JW Marriott in Mumbai recently. While the red carpet was a masterclass in celebrity fashion, several moments from the awards ceremony went viral. One of them major highlights of the evening was undoubtedly the electrifying presence of Vicky Kaushal, who managed to bring the house down with his signature charisma and unmatched energy.
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Vicky Kaushal, known for his versatile performances and effortless style, arrived at the gala looking every bit the dapper superstar. Donning a designer suit that featured a unique blend of brown and green hues, Vicky Kaushal pulled off the look with the confidence of a boss. His presence was not just felt on the red carpet but also on stage, as he was honoured with the Danube Properties Dubai Best Actor Male (Popular Choice) award.
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However, the win was only the beginning. As Vicky Kaushal stepped up to receive his trophy, the audience broke into a unanimous chant, requesting a performance of the viral sensation ‘Tauba Tauba’ from his film ‘Bad Newz’. Living up to his “biba munda” reputation, Vicky obliged with the song’s iconic hook step. The impromptu performance left the star-studded audience cheering for more.
Check out videos of his impromptu dance here:
Matching Vicky Kaushal’s star power was National Award-winning actress Kriti Sanon, who walked away with the Best Actor Female trophy for her widely acclaimed role in ‘Tere Ishk Mein’. Kriti, who looked breathtaking in a stunning designer green gown, took to social media shortly after the event to express her deep gratitude. Sharing a series of pictures, the actress penned a heartfelt note, stating, “Ishk went Green for the night. Thank you Pinkvilla for honouring me with Best Actor- Female for Tere Ishk Mein! Love you Aanand L Rai sir!”
The awards ceremony also celebrated the rising stars and seasoned veterans of the industry. In a notable victory for the new generation, Aryan Khan took home the Best Director - OTT award for his directorial project ‘The Bads of Bollywood’.
In other significant categories, Pankaj Tripathi was recognized for his acting prowess with the Best Actor OTT Male (Jury) award, while Lakshya bagged the Best Actor OTT Male (Popular Choice). The television industry saw Rupali Ganguly being crowned the Best Actor TV Female. The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to legendary filmmaker David Dhawan, honouring his decades of contribution to Indian cinema. Additionally, Rajat Bedi and Dino Morea shared the honours for Best Supporting Actor.
The gala was hosted by the dynamic trio of Neha Dhupia, Riteish Deshmukh, and Karan Tacker, who kept the energy high with their wit and camaraderie.
The guest list was a literal who's who of Bollywood, featuring Kiara Advani, Varun Dhawan, Kajol, Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Rakul Preet Singh, Shilpa Shetty, Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Ananya Panday, Arjun Rampal, Vaani Kapoor, Sayani Gupta, Shefali Shah, Ali Fazal, and Huma Qureshi, among many others.
