IFFM 2025: Aamir Khan honoured with ‘Excellence in Cinema’, Abhishek Bachchan bags ‘Best Actor’ award

The 16th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) is celebrating Indian cinema in Australia. This podcast covers key highlights from the award night to the flag hoisting and features your favourite stars sharing how the festival connects with audiences beyond cultural boundaries. The IFFM continues through 24 August.

Bollywood celebrities arrive at IFFM 2025 red carpet. Credits: SBS Hindi

IFFM 2025 Awards: Full list of winners

Best Film: Homebound

Best Director: Neeraj Ghaywan (Homebound)

Best Indie Film: Angammal

Best Actor (Male) – Film: Abhishek Bachchan (I Want to Talk)

Special Mention – Best Actor (Male) – Film: Gugun Kigpen (Boong)

Best Actor (Female) – Film: Geetha Kailasam (Angammal)

Best Series: Black Warrant

Best Actor (Male) – Series: Jaideep Ahlawat (Paatal Lok Season 2)

Best Actor (Female) – Series: Nimisha Sajayan (Dabba Cartel)

Excellence in Cinema: Aamir Khan

Leadership in Cinema: Arvind Swamy

Disruptor Award: Vir Das

Diversity in Cinema: Aditi Rao Hydari

Equality in Cinema: Baksho Bondi

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