Actress Rakul Preet Singh took the stage at the Iconic Gold Awards 2026 and, with the Best Actress award, shone brightest at the award show for her performance in the sequel to a hit romantic movie called De De Pyaar De 2 (DDPD2). Clad in an eye-catching outfit which she calls her “Disney Princess mood,” she also stated her deep thanks for her fans and all they’ve done to embrace her character, Ayesha, in the sequel.
A Heartfelt Win for ‘Ayesha’
After the ceremony, Rakul went on social media herself to share her smile with her followers. Posting photographs with her trophy, along with a series of other high-resolution ones, she wrote:
"In my Disney princess mood ✨ Thank you @IconicGoldAward for the Best Actress award! #DDPD2 my heart is so full and Ayesha is beaming with all the love that you guys have given her."
In my Disney princess mood 😜❤️ thankyou @IconicGoldAward for the best actress award #DDPD2 my heart is so full and Ayesha is beaming with all the love that you guys have given her ❤️ pic.twitter.com/8rj5UwGO7u
— Rakul Singh (@Rakulpreet) February 19, 2026
The win represents a big milestone for the actress, following the great box office success of De De Pyaar De 2, released in November 2025. She was also lauded for her chemistry with Ajay Devgn and her deepening transformation as Ayesha who struggles with navigating the complexities of modern family life.
The 2026 Highlights of The Iconic Gold Awards
The annual Iconic Gold Awards, hosted in Mumbai, is one of television and film's most revered conventions. There were a few more big wins in the 2026 version:
Most-awarded winner was Anupam Kher’s Tanvi The Great, which earned the Best Film award. Shubhangi Dutt won the Best Actress (Jury) because of her celebrated take on the same film. Avneet Kaur was also named the "Promising Performer (Female)" for Love in Vietnam.
Why ‘De De Pyaar De 2’ Resonated
In the sequel, Rakul’s Ayesha faced the ultimate test—by visiting her family home. It was both hilarious and powerful a case study in wit. The film’s 8.3/10 rating on major platforms made Rakul a major female powerhouse in romantic comedy. Her status at the Iconic Gold Awards will now mark the film’s first win for 2026, and she's getting a major award.
