Aamir, Ranveer, Rishab Shetty compete for Best Actor honour
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) has announced the nominations for its 17th edition, with Sitaare Zameen Par, Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, Saiyaara, Members of the Problematic Family, and Not a Hero emerging among the top contenders across different categories.
The festival, which will be held from August 13 to August 23, 2026, celebrates Indian films and streaming content from across languages and regions.
Supported by the Victorian Government, IFFM is one of the biggest international festivals dedicated to Indian cinema. This year’s nominations include films and series released in theatres as well as on OTT platforms. Among the nominees for Best Performance (Male) are Aamir Khan, Ahaan Pandey, Bhuman Bhargav Das, Dulquer Salmaan, Mammootty, Ranveer Singh, Rishab Shetty and Sanjay Mishra. Winners will be selected by a jury made up of members from Australia’s film industry and cultural sector. Along with the awards ceremony, this year’s festival will also feature film premieres, special screenings, panel discussions, masterclasses and industry events. (ANI)
