Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Indian Film Festival of Melbourne - Australia's biggest annual celebration of films from India and the subcontinent #iffm

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Abdullah Hussain, Director of Khalish talks about the film. The film is streaming now as part of IFFM365.

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Throwing it back to the unforgettable presence of Vidya Balan at IFFM, where grace, authenticity and powerful storytelling came together on one stage. Her journey continues to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.

#IFFMThrowback #VidyaBalan #IndianCinema

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CIN-E-RAMA Streaming now as part of IFFM365.

AUSTRALIAN PREMIER

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Mridu Pawan Bora, Director of JIBONSOBI talks about his film. The film is Streaming now as part of IFFM365.

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unintentionally entangled in a criminal plot. Chapter Three follows Rina, a free-spirited costume designer, dealing with unexpected pregnancy and familial conflicts. As their stories converge, the film weaves a tapestry of resilience, empowerment, and shared struggles,

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Just A Joke, Darling streaming now as part of IFFM365.

AUSTRALIAN PREMIER”Just a Joke, Darling” follows the interconnected lives of three women across generations, revealing their distinct struggles with familial expectations, unforeseen challenges, and complex relationships.

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distinct challenges.

“Just a Joke, Darling” unfolds the intertwined lives of three women navigating distinct challenges. In Chapter One, sixteen-year-old Sadia defies familial disapproval to pursue her cricket dreams, while Chapter Two focuses on her hardworking mother, Shaila,

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The film’s powerful voice, sensitivity and representation make this victory even more significant. Congratulations to the entire team on this unforgettable achievement.

#Cannes2026 #ElephantsInTheFog #SouthAsianCinema

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A landmark win for South Asian storytelling ✨

Nepal’s Elephants in the Fog creates history at Cannes 2026, bringing global attention to a deeply moving story rooted in the lives, struggles, resilience and humanity of the Kinnar community.

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Happy Birthday Karan Johar ❤️

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Official Selection at World Culture Festival, Karachi
Official Selection at Dubai City Film Festival
Official Selection at Iconic Indie Film Awards
Official Selection at FILUMS, Lahore, Pakistan
Honourable Mention at Vantra Film Festival

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Khalish streaming now as part of IFFM365.

AUSTRALIAN PREMIER
Rafi is a taxi driver in Karachi looking to find love in the city. He yearns for a companion, ignoring all other commitments in his life. What follows is Rafi’s journey of finding love all over again.

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CAST: Ayaan Meer,Aziz Narsi,Syed Hassan Rizwan,Shahzar Khalique,Liaqat Jogi,Naila Jameel

DIRECTOR: Abdullah Hussain

FESTIVALS
Official Selection at Kuala Lumpur International Film Academy Awards
Winner of Best Debut Short Film at Peshawar International Film Festival

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Happy Birthday Shefali Shah

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CAST: Anusha Sampath, Akshay Jha, Rohan Mehta, Sharmila Velaskar Kadne, Kunal Pingale
DIRECTOR: Dr. Omkar Bhatka

FESTIVALS
22nd Third Eye Asian Film Festival

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Iktsuarpok (The Weight of Longing) Streaming now as part of IFFM365.

INTERNATIONAL PREMIER
After the death of their mother, siblings Christopher and Christine embark on a Christmas holiday to Goa to visit their maternal aunt, Esther, whom they loathe from their difficult

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who is Esther’s neighbor’s son while Christine battles her demons on the shores of Goa and Esther finds peace knowing that she is not alone in her old age.During this week, they encounter emotions that feel distinct and almost indescribable, echoing the concept of “Iktsuarpok.”

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#IFFM #RamCharan #ThrowbackMoments

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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.