Sagar Naik Mule creates a heartfelt farewell page for IFFI 2025, blending nature, self-expression, and gratitude in a unique Peacock-themed artwork.
Category: Events in Goa
56th IFFI Concludes with Global Glamour: ‘Skin of Youth’ Wins Golden Peacock, Rajinikanth Felicitated for 50 Years in Cinema
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) closed with a spectacular celebration of global cinema, honoring exceptional films and filmmakers from around the world. Vietnamese film Skin of Youth won the coveted Golden Peacock, while the festival also celebrated iconic star Rajinikanth’s 50 years in cinema, showcased a record number of women-directed films, and highlighted India’s growing creative and cultural influence.
IFFI Closes International Section on a High with Thailand’s Surreal Gem A Useful Ghost
Thailand’s A Useful Ghost wrapped the International section at IFFI with a whimsical, surreal story of love, loss, and an unusual ghost—a vacuum cleaner. Director Ratchapoom and his team reveal the playful visuals, emotional depth, and global journey behind this extraordinary film.
Tribeny Rai’s Shape of Momos Brings Everyday Sikkimese Lives to the Big Screen at IFFI 2025
Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai’s debut feature Shape of Momos premiered at the 56th International Film Festival of India, offering a heartfelt portrayal of everyday life in Sikkim while highlighting the challenges of a nascent regional film industry.
Kei Ishikawa Brings A Pale View of Hills to Life at the 56th IFFI, Goa
Japanese director Kei Ishikawa captivated IFFI audiences with A Pale View of Hills, his adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel, reflecting on memory, post-war identity, and the complexities of women’s stories across generations.
