The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 commenced with great fanfare, hosting its official press conference in the presence of some of the most celebrated names from the Indian film industry alongside distinguished delegates from the Victorian Government. The event saw a glittering lineup of guests, including Bollywood icon Aamir Khan, celebrated comedian and actor Vir Das, acclaimed performers Tillotama Shome, Jim Sarbh, and Aditi Rao Hydari, visionary filmmakers Shoojit Sircar, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, and R.S. Prasanna (director of Sitaare Zameen Par), as well as acclaimed casting director Mukesh Chhabra.

Also present were Baksho Bondi’s talented director Tanushree Das, and members of the cast — as the film takes centre stage as the festival’s highly anticipated Opening Night Film.

Aamir Khan attends IFFM

Aamir Khan expressed, “It’s great to be here in Melbourne. I’m elated to be part of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. It’s a great initiative of the cinema that brings people and cultures together. I’m certain the films and the filmmakers who are showcasing at the festival will have a great experience”.