The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is all set to captivate audiences with its highly anticipated Gala Premieres and Red Carpet events, a dazzling celebration of cinematic artistry, global talent, and exceptional storytelling. With the third edition of this glamorous segment, IFFI 2024 continues to set the stage for an unforgettable experience that bridges the world of films with its passionate audiences.

A Grand Showcase of Global and Regional Cinema

This year’s Gala Premiere line-up promises to be a cinematic feast, offering a captivating selection of films, web series, and documentaries. 

The 2024 Gala Premieres will span various genres, languages, and cultures, featuring nine World Premieres, four Asia Premieres, one India Premiere, and one exclusive showcase.

From gripping crime thrillers to heartwarming family dramas and thought-provoking social narratives, this year’s lineup promises to captivate every cinephile. The featured works will be presented in a rich diversity of languages, including Hindi, English, Marathi, Malayalam, and Telugu, cementing IFFI 2024 as a truly inclusive celebration of global and regional cinema.

Notable titles include The Piano LessonZero Se RestartSaali MohabbatSnowflowerPune HighwayHazzar Vala Sholay Pahlila ManusThe Mehta BoysJab Khuli KitaabHisaab BarabarMrsPharmaVikkatakaviHeadhunting to BeatboxingMoana 2, and The Rana Daggubati Show. These films promise to push boundaries, explore new storytelling formats, and offer a rich tapestry of experiences that highlight the power of cinema to unite and inspire.

A Red Carpet Filled with Stars and Glamour

IFFI 2024 will shine brightly with its star-studded Red Carpet events, where renowned filmmakers, actors, and other luminaries from the world of cinema will grace the occasion with their presence. 

Many evenings of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable moments await as the festival celebrates cinematic icons and rising stars. Esteemed personalities including Rana DaggubatiVidhu Vinod ChopraSanya MalhotraVikrant MasseyR MadhavanAR Rahman, and Saurabh Shukla will walk the red carpet, joining film industry insiders and media to celebrate the magic of cinema.

The Red Carpet segment continues to be one of the most highly anticipated events at IFFI, providing a unique opportunity for fans to get up close to their favorite stars and filmmakers. It’s not just a showcase of high fashion, but a celebration of talent, creativity, and the cultural significance of cinema.

A Legacy of Excellence and Glamour

Over the years, the Gala Premieres have become a hallmark of IFFI’s legacy, showcasing cinematic masterpieces while celebrating the artistry and talent that continue to define the world of film.

In its previous editions, the Gala Premieres segment has played a pivotal role in elevating IFFI’s stature as a premier global film festival. Past Gala Premieres have featured critically acclaimed films like Drishyam 2BhediyaKadak SinghGandhi Talks, and the international series Fauda (Season 4). Red carpet moments have been graced by a host of celebrated actors, including Salman KhanAjay DevgnNawazuddin SiddiquiVarun DhawanVijay SethupathiAditi Rao Hydari, and many more.

An Unforgettable Festival Experience

With its breathtaking mix of world-class films, star-studded red carpets, and a unique opportunity for audiences to engage with the magic of cinema, the 55th IFFI invites cinephiles to immerse themselves in a spellbinding journey of storytelling, glamour, and cultural celebration—a festival like no other. With this, IFFI 2024 aims to offer an unparalleled experience that brings together the best of global and regional talent.

Gala Premieres Schedule and Red-Carpet Guests

Date 

Show Time 

Film/project 

Red Carpet Guests 

November 21, 2024 

12:30 pm 

The Piano Lesson 

 

November 21, 2024 

4:30 pm 

The Rana Daggubati Show 

Ranu Daggubati 

November 21, 2024 

5:45 pm 

Zero Se Restart 

Vidhu Vinod Chopra,
Vikrant Masssey, Medha Shankr, Anant Vijay
Joshi, Anshuman Pushkar, Shantanu Moitra,
Swanand Kirkire, Jaskunwar Kohli 

November 22, 2024 

12 noon 

Snow Flower 

Chhaya Kadam, Vaibhav
Mangle, Sarfaraz Alam Safu, Gajendra Vithal
Ahire, Deepak Kumar, Rekha Bhagat 

November 22, 2024 

5:00 pm< 

Saali Mohabbat 

Divvyendu Sharma, Tisca
Chopra, Manish Malhotra, Jyoti Deshpande, Dinesh Malhotra 

November 22, 2024 

5:45 pm 

Mrs 

Sanya Malhotra, Arati
Kadav, Harman Baweja 

November 23, 2024 

4:30 pm 

Vikatakavi 

Naresh Agastya, Megha
Akash, Ram Talluri, Pradeep Maddali 

November 23, 2024 

5:30 pm 

Pune Highway 

Amit Sadh, Manjari Fadnis, Ketaki Narayan, Anubhav Pal,
Shishir Sharma, Swapnil Ajgaonkar, Sudeep
Modak, Rahul D’Cunha, Bugs Bhargava Krishna,
Seema Mohapatra, Jahanara Bhargava

November 24, 2024 

12 Noon 

Sholay Trailer +
Hazar Vela Sholay Pehlila Manus 

Ramesh Sippy +
Sonali Kulkarni, Siddharth
Jhadav, Dilip Prabhawalkar, Hrishikesh Gupte, Shehzaad Sippy 

November 25, 2024 

4:30 pm 

Kannappa (Showcase) 

Vishnu Manchu,
Prabhudheva, Kajal Aggarwal, R SarathKumar, Mohan Babu, Mukesh Kumar Singh 

November 25, 2024 

5:15 pm 

The Mehta Boys 

Boman Irani, Avinash Tiwary, Shreya Chowdhary, Danesh Irani 

November 26, 2024 

5:00 pm 

Jab Khuli Kitaab 

Dimple Kapadia, Pankaj
Kapur, Aparshakti Khurana, Manasi Parekh,
Samir Soni, Supriya Pathak, Saurabh Shukla, Sameer Nair, Naren Kumar 

November 26, 2024 

5:45 pm 

Hisaab Barabar 

R Madhavan, Kirti Kulhari,Neil Nitin Mukesh, Ashwani Dhir 

November 27, 2024 

5:15 pm 

Pharma (Series) 

Nivin Pauly, Rajit Kapur, Aalekh Kapoor, Narain, Shruthi Ramachandran, Veena Nandakumar 

November 27, 2024 

5:45 pm 

Headhunting To Beatboxing 

AR Rahman, Rohit Gupta,Amit Malik, Manil Gupta 

 

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