IFFI 2025
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in 2025 will celebrate cinema that promotes global peace, highlighting ten films competing for the prestigious ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal. This award honors films that further the ideals of UNESCO, emphasizing tolerance, cultural dialogue, and global peace. The competition will feature films from
IFFI 2025
The International Jury at the Indian International Film Festival (IFFI) 2025 held a press conference in Goa, applauding the originality and diversity of the films presented. This year's lineup includes 15 films, highlighting global issues through child-centric narratives. Renowned filmmaker Rakesh Omprakash Mehra headed the jury, which comprised
Aamir Khan
At the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Aamir Khan captivated audiences during the final fireside chat. Known for his candid approach, Aamir shared insights about his career, emphasizing his heart-driven selection of scripts and preference for emotionally engaging stories. He reflected on his connection with legendary actor Dharmendra
IFFI 2025
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in collaboration with ICFT is celebrated for organizing the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal competition. This competition honors ten films from around the world for promoting peace, dialogue, and intercultural understanding. Films from countries including the UK, Norway, and India are competing. The
IFFI 2025
Director Jithin Laal's 'A.R.M', a film rooted in Kerala's folklore, made a significant impact at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The film, featuring Tovino Thomas and Surabhi Lakshmi, explores a story through three generations using a mythical lamp as a
IFFI 2025
At the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), the International Competition Jury commended the diversity and originality of the film entries during a press conference. With 15 films, including three Indian entries, the jury, led by filmmaker Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, highlighted the prominence of children-centric stories reflecting global issues. The
Aamir Khan
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded its final Fireside Chat with renowned actor and filmmaker Aamir Khan. The session, moderated by film critic Baradwaj Rangan, began with a tribute to actor Dharmendra and shifted to Aamir Khan discussing his instinctive approach to filmmaking. He emphasized choosing films
Pete Draper
At IFFI 2025, VFX maestro Pete Draper gave an insightful masterclass dubbed 'The Complete VFX Production Magnanimity.' Draper, acclaimed for his work on films like Baahubali and RRR, detailed the intricate planning and collaboration required to integrate VFX into film seamlessly. He emphasized that effective visual effects enhance
Bengali film
The Bengali fantasy film 'Pokkhirajer Dim', directed by Soukarya Ghoshal, mesmerized attendees at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) with its magical narrative. The film, set in the fictional village of Akashgunj, follows a student, Ghoton, who discovers a mystical stone with the power to reveal
Pete Draper
Renowned VFX artist Pete Draper shared his insights into the seamless integration of visual effects with reality at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025. During his masterclass, Draper emphasized that the best visual effects (VFX) enhance rather than replace reality, illustrating this with his work on films like
Pokhkhirajer Dim
The Bengali fantasy film 'Pokhkhirajer Dim', directed by Soukarya Ghoshal, mesmerized audiences during an early screening on the seventh day of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The director and lead actor Anirban Bhattacharya discussed their collaboration and the film's unique storyline
IFFI 2025
The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) highlighted compelling narratives of marginalized individuals through two films: ‘Forensics’ by Federico Atehortúa Arteaga from Colombia and ‘Ku Handza’ by Jacinta Maria De Barros Da Mota Pinto and Rui César De Oliveira Simões from Mozambique. 'Forensics' merges personal grief with political