We’re back with the 17th edition of IFFM. And this year, it’s bigger, wider, and bringing in many more elements to the festival than ever before.
From stories rooted across India and the subcontinent to voices that deserve a global stage, IFFM 2026 is about giving these narratives a home in Melbourne. It’s also about the Indian diaspora here - audiences who have grown with these stories and continue to carry them forward.
This August, expect screenings, conversations, special events, and a line-up that reflects the diversity of cinema coming out of the region today. We’ll be sharing everything you need to know through June—stay tuned.
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The energy, the crowds, the excitement - when Ram Charan arrived at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, it turned into a full-blown frenzy. ✨ From fans lining up for a glimpse to unforgettable selfie moments, this throwback still gives us goosebumps.
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#IFFM365 Khalish is an OFFICIAL SELECTION at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2026. Khalish is screening exclusively for Australian audiences on the IFFM website till the 14th of June.
Congratulations to Jaideep Ahlawat for winning Best Actor Series (Male) for Paatal Lok at the NAB IFFM Awards Night 2025. A standout performance that truly resonated with audiences and critics alike.
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[Video Description : A man in a black suit, Jaideep Ahlawat, the actor from Paatal Lok stands on a stage receiving an award from a man and a woman. He holds a framed award in one hand and a microphone in the other while delivering an acceptance speech. The stage is equipped with speakers and lighting stands
Jaideep : “Good evening everyone. Happy Independence day . Wishing everyone a very very happy independence day and may freedom always remain. I don’t know. Every time I go on stage, I always get nervous. I don’t know why. Because I think I am too used to saying words where writers write and I just say for some other people. Thank you, the jury and thank you, Melbourne, for having us first of all . It was amazing to be here. And thank you for the award, this goes to a few people , Sudip Sharma , the writer and the creator of Paatal Lok, the man behind the series , Avinash, my brother from FTII, the director of it , and everyone who has worked so hard to make Paatal Lok believable And thank you everyone here . Man there is one thing I am tired of speaking in English now . I can’t hear my voice . Better , better, better. Good , good , good . Thank you so much . Thank you.”]
On the 165th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, we remember not just the poet and philosopher, but also the filmmaker who brought his vision to the screen.
Natir Puja (1932) remains the only film directed by Rabindranath Tagore himself, based on his own dance-drama - a rare cinematic extension of his artistic universe.
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During the special screening of Satyaprem Ki Katha at IFFM, one fan took the mic and proposed marriage to Kartik Aaryan 🥹💍
And Kartik’s expression and reply? Absolutely priceless.
Some IFFM moments are simply too iconic to ever get old ❤️✨
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And the winner for Best Series at NAB IFFM Awards Night 2025 is... Black Warrant! 🏆🔥
A massive congratulations to the entire team for bringing such a powerhouse narrative to our screens.
Director Vikramaditya Motwane and Creative Director of Applause Entertainment Swati Patnaik accept the award.
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Apply to India’s first @climatescriptwritinglab presented by @netflix_in and @pluctv
Open to Indian screenwriters with at least one writing credit, the Lab is building an exciting new pipeline of climate fiction narratives across India. Mentored by India’s leading screenwriters, the programme is supporting 60 emerging writers on their journey to tell stories that matter.
Applications are now open: climatescriptwriting.com
Deadline to apply: 9th May 2026
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When Aishwarya Rai Bachchan came to IFFM almost a decade ago, she truly graced the occasion.
She hoisted the Indian National Flag, and the sea of people was just mesmerizing to see. Hordes and hordes of Indians cheering for her - the energy, the excitement - it was something to learn from.
She arrived with her adorable daughter Aaradhya Bachchan, and the moment instantly felt larger than life. A true star, through and through.
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![Congratulations to Jaideep Ahlawat for winning Best Actor Series (Male) for Paatal Lok at the NAB IFFM Awards Night 2025. A standout performance that truly resonated with audiences and critics alike.@mitulange @jaideepahlawat @wearevicscreen @vicgovernor @cgimelbourne @cityofmelbourne @visitmelbourne @latrobeuni @hoytsaustralia @remitly @mcec @blackmagicnewsofficial @singaporeair @jacintaallanmp @lordmayormelb @timwattsmp @brooksymp @dannypearsonmp @indusageaus @radiohaanji @theaustoday @9newsmelbourne @gday_india @southasiatimes @whatsonmelb @latrobeindianstudentsclub @muicmelbourne @indianlink @aushcindia @ausgov @nfdcindia @indianhighcommission @mahivisaservicesaustralia#indianfilmfestivalmelbourne #IFFM #film festival #IFFMcelebratesfilm #weloveiffm[Video Description : A man in a black suit, Jaideep Ahlawat, the actor from Paatal Lok stands on a stage receiving an award from a man and a woman. He holds a framed award in one hand and a microphone in the other while delivering an acceptance speech. The stage is equipped with speakers and lighting standsJaideep : “Good evening everyone. Happy Independence day . Wishing everyone a very very happy independence day and may freedom always remain. I don’t know. Every time I go on stage, I always get nervous. I don’t know why. Because I think I am too used to saying words where writers write and I just say for some other people. Thank you, the jury and thank you, Melbourne, for having us first of all . It was amazing to be here. And thank you for the award, this goes to a few people , Sudip Sharma , the writer and the creator of Paatal Lok, the man behind the series , Avinash, my brother from FTII, the director of it , and everyone who has worked so hard to make Paatal Lok believable And thank you everyone here . Man there is one thing I am tired of speaking in English now . I can’t hear my voice . Better , better, better. Good , good , good . Thank you so much . Thank you.”]](https://sp1.picnob.com/p/pt_6727211829414453301041_0_707b3a5d8d9820d34d435b7114d72386.jpg?o=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&h=73c5532c11ce36e79c252c76f3f783e8)
