The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), a beloved celebration of Indian cinema, is currently in full swing for its 15th edition. Running from August 15th to 25th, the festival is showcasing the best of Bollywood and beyond, culminating in a star-studded awards ceremony. Director Kabir Khan has added a golden touch to the festival by winning the Best Director award for his critically acclaimed film, "Chandu Champion.

" The film's leading man, Kartik Aaryan, also took home the Best Actor trophy, solidifying the film's dominance at the IFFM 2024. Chandu Champion - Best Actor 🙏 Honoured and humbled to receive this award! Thank you #IFFM for my first one for #ChanduChampion 🥇💪 It's been an incredible journey, and I couldn't have done it without the tireless support of Kabir sir and Sajid sir, who believed in me every..

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com/f8QYzHGZRV — Kartik Aaryan (@TheAaryanKartik) August 16, 2024 Best Performance (Male): Kartik Aaryan for Chandu Champion Best Performance (Female): Parvathy Thiruvothu for Ullozhukku Best Film: 12th Fail Best Director: Kabir Khan for Chandu Champion and Nithilan Swaminathan for Maharaja Best Performer Critics Choice: Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail Ambassador for Indian Art and Culture: Ram Charan Best Film Critics Choice: Laapataa Ladies Best Series: Kohhra Equality in Cinema: Dunki Best Film from the Subcontinent: The Red Suitcase People’s Choice: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Excellence in Cinema: AR Rahman Breakout Film Of The Y.