Harshit Dhingaun Goes Viral & Wins “Best Emerging Bollywood Host” During Bright OTT & Style Awards in Mumbai

From celebrity arrivals and candid conversations to unexpected viral moments, Harshit was right in the middle of the action. The night became even bigger when he was honoured with the “Best Emerging Bollywood Host” award, presented by Dr. Yogesh Lakhani, CMD, Bright Outdoor Media.

From Viral Red Carpet to Award-Winning Moment

The evening became a social-media talking point after Nikita Rawal was unexpectedly kissed by a fan on camera during the red-carpet proceedings.

Soon after the incident, Harshit was seen interacting with Nikita and shaking hands with her on camera. The clip quickly circulated online, with viewers asking:

“Who is the guy?”

As the reel picked up steam, Harshit’s identity as the red-carpet host became part of the buzz. And in a perfect Bollywood-style twist, the same night ended with him taking home the Best Emerging Bollywood Host trophy.

Viral moment. Red-carpet spotlight. Award trophy. Quite a night for the host!

From 2007 to Bollywood’s Red Carpet

Harshit began his media journey in 2007 and has since built a career spanning television, celebrity interviews, live entertainment and red-carpet hosting.

His television journey includes appearances on Channel V’s Dare 2 Date and MTV’s Love School. He later carved a niche as a celebrity host, working across award shows, fashion events, premieres, corporate entertainment and high-profile celebrity gatherings.

A recent career highlight was hosting the Filmfare Punjabi Awards 2025 red carpet in Mohali, where he interacted with personalities including Jimmy Sheirgill, Sharan Kaur, Yogesh Lakhani and DJ Sumit Sethi.

His celebrity interview portfolio includes names such as Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Sunny Deol, Tiger Shroff, Randeep Hooda, Karan Singh Grover, Neha Dhupia, Shamita Shetty, Guru Randhawa, Raftaar, Daisy Shah and Gaurav Gera, among others.

A Face Beyond the Red Carpet

Harshit is also known as The VOY — Voice of Youth, through which he has promoted Northeast India, its culture, talent and stories to a wider audience. He is also the founder of Delhi Fashion Club, with experience across fashion and entertainment events.

However, his latest recognition firmly puts the spotlight on his growing Bollywood hosting career.

“This Recognition Motivates Me”

Speaking about the honour, Harshit said:

“Receiving the Best Emerging Bollywood Host award is a very special moment for me. I started my media journey in 2007, and after years of learning, challenges and opportunities, this recognition from the entertainment fraternity means a lot. I’m grateful to everyone who believed in my work. This motivates me to create bigger and more memorable moments on the red carpet.”

Is Bollywood’s Next Hot Red-Carpet Host Here?

With the viral buzz, the Official Red-Carpet Host tag and now a major industry award, Harshit Dhingaun is clearly stepping into the spotlight.

From celebrity interviews to major award nights, his mix of glam, spontaneity and quick celebrity banter is helping him carve out a distinct space in Bollywood entertainment.

After his viral moment and latest win, the buzz around Harshit is only getting louder — and he could well be one of the new faces to watch on Bollywood’s red-carpet circuit in India and abroad.

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