KRAFTON India has officially revealed the winners of the first-ever KRAFTON India Awards, creating a proud moment for the Indian gaming industry. The award ceremony was held on January 9, 2026, in Mumbai and brought together top creators, esports players, teams, and industry leaders under one roof.
This event marked the beginning of a new tradition, focused on celebrating talent, hard work, and growth across India’s fast-growing gaming ecosystem.
How the KRAFTON India Awards Were Decided
The winners were selected through a fair two-stage process. First, an expert jury reviewed all nominations based on performance, impact, and consistency. After that, fans from across the country voted for their favorites. With massive fan participation, the awards truly reflected community support.
The awards were divided into five main pillars:
- Esports
- Influencers
- Media
- CSR
- KIGI
Each pillar highlighted a different side of the Indian gaming space.
KRAFTON India Awards 2025: Complete Winners List
Influencer of the Year – Jonathan Gaming
Best Content Creator of the Year (Male) – JOKER KI HAWELI
Best Content Creator of the Year (Female) – PAYAL GAMING
Rising Creator of the Year – ADMINO
Fans’ Choice: Favourite Creator (Male) – Jonathan Gaming
Fans’ Choice: Favourite Creator (Female) – Payal Gaming
Esports Team of the Year – iQOO Orangutan
Esports Player of the Year – Levi
Best IGL of the Year – Aaru
Rookie Esports Athlete of the Year – Devotee
Esports Commentator of the Year (Hindi) – Ankibot
Esports Commentator of the Year (English) – Nekrou
Esports Host of the Year – Rohit Varghese
Fans’ Choice: Favourite Esports Player – Jonathan Gaming
Social Impact Initiative of the Year – Pravara Medical Trust
Communicator of the Year – Leah Iychettira
Strong Competition Across All Categories
The race for awards was highly competitive. Popular names like Jonathan, Mortal, Scout, and Payal Gaming were among the nominees, showing how deep and competitive the Indian gaming scene has become. Every category featured creators and players who made a strong impact in 2025.
Why These Awards Matter
The KRAFTON India Awards are more than just trophies. They represent recognition, motivation, and growth for Indian gaming. From esports athletes to content creators and community builders, the awards highlighted how far the industry has come and where it is heading next.
With such a successful first edition, the KRAFTON India Awards are expected to become a key annual event for the Indian gaming community.
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