As one of India’s most renowned directors approaches the completion of 25 amazing years in the business, the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) is thrilled to announce that this year’s festival will pay tribute to Karan Johar. The festival, which runs from August 11 to August 20, will honour Karan Johar with a number of activities and special screenings to highlight his extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema.
With his distinctive vision and talent for telling epic tales, Karan Johar, who made his directorial debut in 1998 with the classic movie “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” has mesmerised viewers. He has made a name for himself as a notable director over the years, making an enduring impression on the Indian film industry.
The purpose of IFFM is to honour Johar’s extraordinary journey, his imaginative storytelling, and his persistent love of films.
In addition to having great success as a director, Karan Johar has also contributed significantly as a producer. His critically acclaimed production company has created ground-breaking films that have won acclaim around the world. Additionally, Johar’s commitment to developing talent, both in front of and behind the camera, has led to the breakthrough of a number of aspiring creatives and business leaders.
Commenting on this, and his attendance at the festival, Karan said, “I am deeply honored to be a part of the 14th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. This year holds a special significance for me as I celebrate 25 years as a filmmaker, and I can’t think of a better platform than this festival to commemorate this milestone in my career. Returning for the third time at the festival, I am overwhelmed by the love and support I have received from the Australian audience. The festival’s curation of a special experience and celebrations to mark this momentous landmark in my journey fills me with a sense of joy and gratitude. It is an opportunity for me to reflect upon the last 25 years as a filmmaker, the challenges, the triumphs, and the learnings that have shaped my artistic vision. I look forward to engaging in a special talk at the festival, where I will share insights and anecdotes from my journey, hoping to inspire and connect with fellow filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts.”
Speaking about the upcoming celebration, Festival Director Mitu Bhowmick Lange said, “Karan Johar is a true icon of Indian cinema, and his impact on the industry cannot be overstated. We are privileged to honor his extraordinary career and his invaluable contributions to Indian filmmaking at this year’s Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Karan’s remarkable journey as a filmmaker spans 25 years, during which he has created a legacy that will be cherished for generations to come.”
Audiences will get the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in his cinematic universe, hear from him in person, and experience the beauty and grandeur that have characterised his films at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.
