The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) was held in Goa from 20–28 November 2025, showcasing 240 films from 81 countries and celebrating cinematic excellence.
🏆 – Key Highlights
- Venue & Dates: Held in Panaji, Goa from 20 to 28 November 2025.
- Organizers: Jointly organized by NFDC, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, and Entertainment Society of Goa.
- Global Reach: Featured 240 films from 81 countries; received 3,400+ submissions from 127 nations.
- Opening Film: Brazilian film “The Blue Trail” inaugurated the festival.
- Special Tributes:
- Actor Rajinikanth was honored for his contribution to Indian cinema.
- John Abraham’s documentary “Oslo: A Tail of Promise” premiered, highlighting animal companionship.
- Indian Panorama Section: Included 50 films, notably Thudaram and Ajayante Randam Moshanam (ARM) from Malayalam cinema.
- Focus on Inclusivity:
- 50 films by women directors.
- 21 Oscar-entry films.
- 50 debutant filmmakers.
- Tech & Storytelling Theme: Festival theme was “Convergence of Creativity & Technology”.
- Netflix Participation: Co-hosted Film Bazaar, promoting storytelling, tech innovation, and accessibility.
- New Initiatives: Introduced the first-ever Grand Opening Parade celebrating India’s cinematic legacy.
