Several prominent actors and films, including Aamir Khan, Mammootty, and Ranveer Singh, are set to compete for top honors at the 17th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). Scheduled from August 13 to August 23, 2026, the festival is backed by the Victorian Government and will feature a diverse program of premieres, screenings, discussions, and cultural events. The festival’s winners will be selected by a jury comprising esteemed figures from Australia’s film industry.
The lineup of nominated films at the 17th IFFM includes titles like Haq, Jarann, and Sitaare Zameen Par, among others. Directors such as Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Rima Das are vying for the Best Director award, while actors like Aamir Khan, Mammootty, and Ranveer Singh are in the running for Best Actor. Actresses like Rani Mukerji and Yami Gautam Dhar are competing for the Best Actress category.
Additionally, the Best Performance (Male) and (Female) Series category features a range of talented actors, including Manav Kaul, Huma Qureshi, and Mona Singh. The Best Series nominations include titles like Real Kashmir Football Club and The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The festival aims to uphold its reputation as a premier platform for showcasing Indian cinema on a global scale.
