The vibrant world of Goan and Indian cinema came alive at the closing ceremony of the 10th, 11th, and 12th editions of the Goa State Film Festival, held at Kala Academy, Panaji, on 17th August 2025.
Graced by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa Dr. Pramod Sawant, and key dignitaries including Smt. Delilah M Lobo, Shri. Damu Naik, Shri. Ashwin Chandru, IAS, and Shri. Dipak Bandekar, the event marked a proud moment for the state’s film fraternity.
Smt. Delilah M Lobo welcomed guests and set the tone for a night dedicated to artistic excellence and cultural heritage.
🎖 Honoring Legends
The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to the versatile and beloved Goan actress Smt. Varsha Usgaonkar—an icon of Konkani, Marathi, and Hindi cinema.
The Recognition of Goan Film Legacy was posthumously conferred on Late Baba Naik for his significant contribution to Goan cinema.
🏆 Award Highlights
10th Edition (2018–2019)
- Best Feature Film: Juze (14 awards)
11th Edition (2020–2021)
- Best Film: Ransaavat (7 awards)
- Best Non-feature Film: Kupamcho Daryeo (5 awards)
12th Edition (2022–2023)
- Best Feature Film: Mog (8 awards)
- Best Non-feature Film: Gathan (3 awards)
🎬 48 Hours Short Film Competition
- Best Film (1st Prize): Ful ani Savli (Flower and Shade)
- Best Film (2nd Prize): Before Sunrise
- Best Director: Glen Cardozo (Ful ani Savli)
- Best Cinematographer: Tejas V. Naik
- Best Editor: Yuri B. Carvalho
- Best Actor (Male): Niraj Arrie (Lift)
- Best Actor (Female): Rati Bhatikar (Ful ani Savli)
Awards were handed over by Dr. Pramod Sawant and esteemed guests including jury chairpersons Shri. Gajendra Ahire (Feature Films) and Shri. Asim Sinha (Non-feature Films).
🎤 Cultural Performances
The night was enriched by mesmerizing performances from:
- Goan Fado singer Sonia Sirsat
- Renowned composer-singer Ajit Parab
- Comedy act by Bharat & More (Chala Hawa Yeu Dya fame)
- Dance performance by Vardhan & Group
🙏 Closing Remarks
The vote of thanks was delivered by Shri. Dipak Bandekar, Director of the Department of Information & Publicity.
The festival witnessed an overwhelming response from filmmakers, artists, and cinema lovers across Goa, reaffirming the state’s growing influence in regional and national cinema.
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