The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 shines a spotlight on emerging global filmmakers with seven debut features — five international and two Indian — competing for the coveted Best Debut Feature Film of a Director Award. The winner will receive the Silver Peacock, ₹10 lakh cash prize, and commendation, chosen by a distinguished jury led by acclaimed Indian filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.
Although no Goan film was selected in the official Indian Panorama category for IFFI 2025, acclaimed filmmaker Rajendra Talak’s Konkani feature Claudia will be screened under the “Indian Panorama – Special Presentation” section of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa. The National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) confirmed the selection, with its Managing Director, Prakash Magdum, facilitating the special invitation.
