Panaji: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) ended with a grand closing ceremony held at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Goa on November 28.
The nine-day event showcased over 200 films from 75 countries, making it a global celebration of cinema.
The ceremony was attended by a jury comprising Ashutosh Gowariker as the Chairperson, along with Anthony Chen, Elizabeth Karlsen, Fran Borgia, and Jill Bilcock, who selected the winners across various categories.
Key Award Winners:
Personality of the Year:
‘Own yourself, own your stories, own your roots wherever you come from’
– Indian Film Personality of the Year Vikrant Massey at the closing ceremony of the 55th #IFFI
Along with his talent, the award also celebrates his dedication to the art of cinema#IFFI2024 #IFFI55… pic.twitter.com/BVxXwCvIN2
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Actor Vikrant Massey, best known for his role in ’12th Fail’, bagged the Personality of the Year award.
Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film:
Navjyot Bandiwadekar receives the award for Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film at 55th #IFFI for the film Gharat Ganpati #IFFI2024 #IFFI55 #TheFutureIsNow @MIB_India @IFFIGoa @nfdcindia @DDNational pic.twitter.com/DJiqZRrMNU
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Navjyot Bandivadekar won the Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film award for his Marathi film Gharat Ganpati.
ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal
55th International Film Festival of India: ICFT UNESCO Gandhi Medal 2024
Crossing by Swedish director Levan Akin wins the ICFT UNESCO Gandhi Medal 2024
The film navigates themes of class, gender, and sexuality through the journey of Lia, a retired teacher, in search of her… pic.twitter.com/An9W5325S4
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Swedish filmmaker Levan Akin’s Crossing received the prestigious ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal. This award is given to films that promote peace, non-violence, and human rights.
Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award:
Honouring a true master of cinema ! #PhillipNoyce receives the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating a career defined by unforgettable storytelling and cinematic brilliance! #IFFI2024 #IFFI55 #TheFutureIsNow @MIB_India @IFFIGoa @nfdcindia @DDNational pic.twitter.com/pMxZlajoio
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Australian filmmaker Phillip Noyce was honored with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to cinema.
Check out the complete list of winners here
1. Golden Peacock (Best Film): Toxic (Lithuanian language)
‘Toxic’ receives the Golden Peacock Award for the Best Film at the 55th #IFFI
In her debut feature film, Lithuanian filmmaker and screenwriter Saulė Bliuvaitė delivers a raw and haunting coming-of-age story of friendship amidst toxicity#IFFI2024 #55IFFI #TheFutureIsNow… pic.twitter.com/xkAyYSakcW
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2. Best Actress: Vesta Matuliyte and Iva Rupeikaite (Toxic)
55th International Film Festival of India: Best Actor Female
Vesta Matulytė and Ieva Rupeikaitė
Film: Toxic
An aptly titled coming-of-age tale set amidst contaminated physical and social landscapes, Toxic has at its centre an exploration of the human body in all its… pic.twitter.com/8yCiRnJNGr
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3. Best Actor: Clement Faveau (Holy Cow)
55th International Film Festival of India: Best Actor Male
Clément Faveau
Film: Holy Cow #IFFI2024 #IFFI55 #TheFutureIsNow@MIB_India @IFFIGoa @nfdcindia @DDNational pic.twitter.com/Al2Mqevi3P
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4. Best Director: Bogdan Muresanu (The New Year That Never Came)
55th International Film Festival of India: Best Director Award
Bogdan Muresanu from Romania
Film: The New Year That Never Came #IFFI2024 #IFFI55 #TheFutureIsNow @MIB_India @IFFIGoa @nfdcindia @DDNational pic.twitter.com/GruTFvde8y
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5. Special Jury Award: Louise Courvoisier (Holy Cow)
55th International Film Festival of India: Special Jury Award
Louise Courvoisier’s
Film: Holy Cow
French filmmaker Louise Courvoisier’s debut feature ‘Holy Cow’ is a delightful coming-of-age comedy-drama that follows 18-year-old Totone, whose carefree life is turned… pic.twitter.com/h1sWZN0yJU
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6. Special Mention (Best Actor Male): Adam Besa (Who Do I Belong To)
55th International Film Festival of India
Special Mention: Best Actor Male
French-Tunisian Actor Adam Bessa
Movie: Who Do I Belong To
The film tells the story of a Tunisian woman, who is caught between her maternal love and her search for the truth when her son… pic.twitter.com/6ICtzYBdGP
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7. Best Web Series: Lampan (Marathi language)
55th International Film Festival of India: Best Web Series (OTT) Award
Lampan wins the Best Web Series (OTT) Award
The series highlights themes of community, identity, and self-empowerment, presented with vivid storytelling and cinematic elegance#IFFI2024 #IFFI #IFFI55… pic.twitter.com/8YMWTtI24U
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8. Best Debut for Feature Film Director: Sarah Friedland (Familiar Touch)
55th International Film Festival of India: Best Debut Feature Film of a Director
American Filmmaker Sarah Friedland
Sarah Friedland is a filmmaker and choreographer blending film and dance. Her work spans experimental films, installations, and performances,#IFFI2024… pic.twitter.com/C2bJQXYdSL
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