The Bollywood Movie Awards was an annual film award ceremony held between 1999 and 2007 in

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, United States, celebrating films and actors from the

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film industry based in

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, India.

History

The predecessor to the award ceremony was introduced in 1992 by Kamal Dandona, the head of ''The Bollywood Group'' and was originally titled, "Nataraj Awards". It was renamed and relaunched as ''Bollywood Movie Awards'' in 1999.

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won a ''Humanitarian Award'' in 1999,

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a ''Man of Conscience'' award, and

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an award connected to her work with

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. During the 2007 ceremonies,

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received an award for ''Outstanding Contribution to Global Entertainment'' and

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for ''Pride of India Award''.

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and

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also made appearances. These awards are given to those well deserving due to their excellent skills in acting and those who know the craft. They are applauded on several occasions including those of IIFA and Filmfare awards.

Fans

Fans of Bollywood films nominated their favourite stars for each respective award category on the Bollywood Group's official website. They appreciate the work of Indian film stars and on annual polls for awards, they vote for their favourite candidates. The chosen candidate then picks up the award at the ceremony.

Awards

Best Film

Best Director

Best Actor

Best Actress

Best Supporting Actor

Best Supporting Actress

Best Villain

Best Comedian

Best Male Debut

Best Female Debut

Critics Award Male

Critics Award Female

Most Sensational Actor

Most Sensational Actress

Best Lyricist

Best Music

Best Singer Male

Best Singer Female

Best Costume Designer

Best Choreography

Best Story

Best Dialogue

References

External links

Official website

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