The Nandi Awards are prestigious awards presented annually by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, India. Established in 1964, these awards recognize excellence in the Telugu film industry, honoring outstanding achievements in various categories such as acting, directing, and music. The awards are named after Nandi, the sacred bull in Hindu mythology, symbolizing strength and devotion. Winners are selected based on their contributions to films released in the previous year, and the awards aim to promote and encourage talent within the Telugu cinema community.