Mumbai, India — May 15, 2025 — Actress Monika Panwar has received the prestigious IMDb STARmeter “Breakout Star” Award, following her acclaimed role in the Prime Video horror series Khauf.
Fan-Driven Recognition from IMDb
The award is based on IMDb’s proprietary STARmeter rankings, determined by over 250 million monthly users worldwide. Panwar climbed to the No. 2 spot on IMDb’s Popular Indian Celebrities list — a sign of her growing popularity and influence.
Standout Role in Khauf
In Khauf, Panwar plays Madhu, a small-town girl navigating mysterious events in Delhi. The series has received critical praise and holds a 7.5/10 rating on IMDb. Fans and critics have applauded her gripping and emotional performance.
Monika Panwar Reacts
“This is my first award as an actor, and it means a lot,” said Panwar. “I’ve always loved IMDb. It’s special because it’s fan-driven. I’m thankful to everyone who connected with Khauf and supported our work.”
A Rising Star in Indian Entertainment
Panwar is no stranger to powerful roles. She has previously starred in:
- Jamtara: Sabka Number Ayega
- Choona
- Gaanth: Chapter One: Jamnaa Paar
Her performances continue to gain traction both on streaming platforms and among critics.
About the STARmeter Award
The IMDb STARmeter Awards recognize rising global talent based on real-time data. Past winners include:
- Zahan Kapoor
- Kani Kusruti
- Sharvari
- Nitanshi Goel
- Adarsh Gourav
- Ayo Edebiri and more.
Explore More on IMDb
Fans can watch the award presentation and explore Monika Panwar’s filmography. Add her shows to your IMDb Watchlist at imdb.com/watchlist.
To learn more about the STARmeter Awards, visit imdb.com/starmeterawards.
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