MUMBAI: The 5th edition of the Clef Music Awards lit up Mumbai on September 19, 2025, at The Westin Garden City, delivering a spectacular night that celebrated the finest talent in India’s music industry. Organized by Indian Television Dot com’s ITV Group-India, the event drew participation from leading music labels, including Tips Music, Universal Music, Warner Music, Believe India, and many more, cementing its status as the country’s largest music awards platform.
The evening glittered with the presence of some of India’s biggest stars—Shilpa Rao, Shalmali Kholgade, Anu Malik, Sachin-Jigar, and Madhubanti Bagchi—who mesmerized audiences with their performances. Other notable attendees included Armaan Malik, Daboo Malik, Kavi Narayan Agarwal, Rego B, Rema Lahiri, Shibani Kashyap, Shahid Mallya, Jyotica Tangri, among others. The awards were presented by Shibani Kashyap, Shahid Mallya, Rego B, Rema Lahiri, and Jyotica Tangri, recognizing the evening’s winners.
With over 50 award categories, the Clef Music Awards 2025 honored excellence across genres—pop, rock, classical, folk, devotional, fusion, and independent music. From industry veterans shaping India’s soundscape to emerging artists pioneering the future of music, the event celebrated every facet of the industry.
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A key highlight was the unwavering focus on independent music. Under the tagline “Indie Revolution Starts Here”, the awards provided a platform for non-film artists, giving them recognition and visibility in a traditionally film-centric market. Fierce competition in the indie categories highlighted breakthrough talents for their originality and artistry.
The Clef Music Awards 2025 emerged as a celebration of India’s musical diversity, bringing legends, contemporary hitmakers, and fresh indie voices together under one roof. Beyond awards, it offered a unique space for collaboration, networking, and recognition, marking a milestone for both established and rising music professionals.
Clef Music Awards remains a true beacon of India’s vibrant, ever-evolving music industry.
