The 56th International Film Festival of India will light up Goa this November, bringing together global filmmakers, AI innovations, and cinematic excellence under one creative roof.
Goa will once again become the heart of world cinema as the 56th International Film Festival of India takes place from November 20 to 28, 2025. Known as one of Asia’s most prestigious film festivals, IFFI continues to celebrate creative storytelling and technological evolution in cinema.
This year’s edition will showcase over 240 films from 81 countries, featuring 13 world premieres, 4 international premieres, and 46 Asian premieres. A record 2,300 submissions were received, marking the festival’s growing international appeal.
The event’s highlights include the International Cinema section featuring global masterpieces and the Indian Panorama segment spotlighting India’s diverse storytelling traditions. The newly launched AI Film Festival will explore how artificial intelligence is shaping modern filmmaking, complemented by the CinemAI Hackathon and the WaveX Startup Zone.
The festival will also host Creative Minds of Tomorrow, a mentorship platform for 100 emerging artists, writers, and directors. The coveted Golden Peacock Award for Best Film and the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award remain the most anticipated honours of the festival.
IFFI 2025 continues to cement Goa’s position as a cultural and cinematic hub, blending innovation with artistry and tradition with modern vision.
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