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Writers' Royalties Secured: A 12-Year Battle Concludes
24 May
Summary
- Screenwriters in India will receive royalties starting in 2026.
- Aryan Khan's debut as a writer was celebrated at the awards.
- The SWA Awards honored excellence across film, web series, and TV.
The 7th edition of the Screenwriters Association (SWA) Awards recently highlighted the vital contributions of writers in feature films, web series, television, and lyrics.
A significant development announced at the event is the upcoming implementation of royalties for Indian screenwriters, commencing in 2026. This marks a historic achievement after a 12-year advocacy, with initial royalties expected from Uruguay and Chile, paving the way for future earnings.
Aryan Khan celebrated a successful writing debut, with his series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' earning awards for Best Screenplay and Best Dialogue in the Web Comedy/Musical/Romance category. The feature film category saw 'Stolen' dominate, securing Best Story and Best Screenplay awards.
Television and web drama categories also saw notable wins, with recognition for series like 'Paatal Lok' Season 2 and 'Khauf'. The jury meticulously reviewed hundreds of entries, underscoring the depth of talent recognized at the ceremony.
