We are living in an era of volatility and transformation and opportunity. This year's MOTY winners have navigated a world in flux with skill, passion, and creativity-beating the odds and achieving incredible outcomes. They include a young man from rural Maharashtra who overcame profound obstacles to bring India glory on the athletics track; a farmer from the swampy grasslands of Assam who painstakingly grew an entire forest; actors who have pushed boundaries, riveting audiences with their performances on-screen. These individuals have inspired a nation with their courage, commitment, and talent. They represent a new guard-a surging generation that has come of age.
Leading Man - Allu Arjun
Arjun's blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise - Part 1 resuscitated the Indian film industry after its driest, pandemic-induced spell. As a member of one of Telugu cinema's most powerful clans, Arjun has a host of accolades peppering his 20 years in the industry. Yet it was his powerhouse performance as Pushpa Raj, a roguish character he perfected over the course of two years, that has placed him at the centre of global film culture-whose destiny is increasingly being controlled by streaming platforms. With his dramatic performances and breakthrough dance moves, the actor is now successfully transcending borders-with the whole world watching.
Sportsman of the Year - Avinash Sable
This story is from the December 2022 - January 2023 edition of GQ India.
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