The GiMA Awards 2015 honored outstanding achievements across two broad categories: Film Music and Non-Film Music. The event was hosted by the charismatic duo of Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor and singer-comedian Bhoomi Trivedi, who kept the audience entertained with their witty banter and engaging stage presence. The ceremony was attended by the biggest names in the industry, including Amitabh Bachchan, A.R. Rahman, Hrithik Roshan, and Shraddha Kapoor. Major Winners and Highlights
GiMA (Global Indian Music Academy) Awards 2015 were held on February 24, 2015, in Mumbai. The event celebrated the best in Indian music with high-energy performances and a star-studded guest list including AR Rahman, Shahid Kapoor, and Shraddha Kapoor. Watch Online
Music director duo , singer Shaan , and dynamic performers like Mika Singh and Manish Paul set a lively tone for the evening. A major talking point on the red carpet was the resurgence of classical sounds in modern Bollywood arrangements, sparking insightful conversations among the arriving maestros. 🎤 Show-Stopping Live Performances gima awards 2015 full show
, who was a central figure at the event. While the full show was originally broadcast on television, digital versions of the performances and red-carpet segments are available:
: A standout moment featured Atif Aslam performing a heart-touching set including "Main Rang Sharbaton Ka," "Tu Jaane Na," and "Kun Faya Kun". The GiMA Awards 2015 honored outstanding achievements across
This was before Coke Studio MTV (2015-16) redefined acoustic authenticity. Thus, the GIMA 2015 stage represents the last hurrah of the overproduced, multi-camera, high-gloss Bollywood variety show —a format that would soon feel dated once unplugged, intimate livestreams became the norm.
The GiMA Awards are uniquely structured to honor both the commercial juggernaut of film music and the rich heritage of non-film traditional music. The 2015 edition rewarded innovation, technical excellence, and massive commercial success. Winner / Winning Work Highway (Music by A.R. Rahman) Best Male Playback Singer Arijit Singh Best Female Playback Singer Kanika Kapoor ( "Baby Doll" ) Global Musician Icon Award Zakir Hussain Best Electronic Music Track Dualist Inquiry Rahman, Hrithik Roshan, and Shraddha Kapoor
He won Best Playback Singer (Male) for "Muskurane" ( CityLights ), confirming his status as the industry's top romantic voice.