The 18th Asian Film Awards concluded on March 16, 2025, at the Xiqu Centre in Hong Kong, celebrating excellence in Asian cinema. The event showcased a diverse range of films, with 'All We Imagine as Light,' a co-production between India, France, Netherlands, and Luxembourg, winning Best Film.
Yoshida Daihachi was awarded Best Director for 'Teki Cometh'. Sean Lau received Best Actor for 'Papa,' while Shahana Goswami won Best Actress for 'Santosh.' Lee Kang-Sheng was named Best Supporting Actor for 'Stranger Eyes,' and Yang Kuei-Mei took home Best Supporting Actress for 'Yen and Ai-Lee'.
Jang Dong-gun and Tang Wei were honored with the Excellence in Asian Cinema Award. Wu Kangren received the AFA Next Generation Award, and Kōki, was named Rising Star. The ceremony also featured captivating live performances.