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.

Films

Female-Driven Crime Noir ‘Project Y’ Wins Best Film at 10th London East Asia Film Festival


Director Lee Hwan’s crime noir ‘Project Y,’ starring Han So-hee and Jeon Jong-seo, took home the Best Film award at LEAFF 2025 for its gripping, female-centric story of ambition, survival, and moral complexity in Seoul’s underworld.

Entertainment

Allu Arjun Honoured as ‘Most Versatile Actor’ at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2025


Tollywood superstar Allu Arjun adds another feather to his illustrious cap by winning the ‘Most Versatile Actor’ award at the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2025, honouring his remarkable performances and contribution to Indian cinema.

Awards

Screen Awards 2025: A Cultural Milestone Goes Digital-First with YouTube


The Indian Express Group has reimagined Screen Awards 2025 as a digital-first celebration of cinema and storytelling, streaming exclusively on YouTube. This marks a historic shift, blending Bollywood’s biggest stars with YouTube’s leading creators in a three-month-long festival of culture, entertainment, and fandom

Events in Goa

Goa State Film Festival 2025 Kicks Off with Film Legends, Music & Awards


The 10th, 11th, and 12th editions of the Goa State Film Festival 2025 began with grandeur on August 14 at Inox, Panaji. Inaugurated by Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, the event saw performances, prestigious film screenings, and the announcement of 48-Hour Short Film Competition winners. The festival continues till August 17 with a showcase of 19 feature films, 4 non-feature films, food courts, and handicraft stalls.