New Delhi, Delhi,17th of November, 2024 : 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 Lesson, Zero Se Restart, SaaliMohabbat, Snowflower, Pune Highway, HazzarValaSholayPahlila Manus, The Mehta Boys, Jab KhuliKitaab, HisaabBarabar, Mrs, Pharma, Vikkatakavi, Headhunting to Beatboxing, Moana 2, and The RanaDaggubati 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 RanaDaggubati, VidhuVinod Chopra, SanyaMalhotra, Vikrant Massey, R Madhavan, AR Rahman, and SaurabhShukla 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 2, Bhediya, Kadak Singh, Gandhi Talks, and the international series Fauda (Season 4). Red carpet moments have been graced by a host of celebrated actors, including Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, NawazuddinSiddiqui, VarunDhawan, Vijay Sethupathi, AditiRaoHydari, 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 RanaDaggubati Show | RanuDaggubati |
| November 21, 2024 | 5:45 pm | Zero Se Restart | VidhuVinod Chopra, Vikrant Masssey, MedhaShankr, Anant Vijay Joshi, AnshumanPushkar, ShantanuMoitra, SwanandKirkire, JaskunwarKohli |
| November 22, 2024 | 12 noon | Snow Flower | ChhayaKadam, Vaibhav Mangle, SarfarazAlamSafu, GajendraVithal Ahire, Deepak Kumar, RekhaBhagat |
| November 22, 2024 | 5:00 pm< | SaaliMohabbat | Divvyendu Sharma, Tisca Chopra, Manish Malhotra, JyotiDeshpande, Dinesh Malhotra |
| November 22, 2024 | 5:45 pm | Mrs | SanyaMalhotra, Arati Kadav, Harman Baweja |
| November 23, 2024 | 4:30 pm | Vikatakavi | NareshAgastya, Megha Akash, Ram Talluri, PradeepMaddali |
| November 23, 2024 | 5:30 pm | Pune Highway | AmitSadh, ManjariFadnis, Ketaki Narayan, Anubhav Pal, Shishir Sharma, SwapnilAjgaonkar, Sudeep Modak, Rahul D’Cunha, Bugs Bhargava Krishna, SeemaMohapatra, JahanaraBhargava |
| November 24, 2024 | 12 Noon | Sholay Trailer + Hazar Vela SholayPehlila Manus | Ramesh Sippy + SonaliKulkarni, Siddharth Jhadav, DilipPrabhawalkar, HrishikeshGupte, Shehzaad Sippy |
| November 25, 2024 | 4:30 pm | Kannappa (Showcase) | Vishnu Manchu, Prabhudheva, KajalAggarwal, R SarathKumar, Mohan Babu, Mukesh Kumar Singh |
| November 25, 2024 | 5:15 pm | The Mehta Boys | BomanIrani, AvinashTiwary, ShreyaChowdhary, DaneshIrani |
| November 26, 2024 | 5:00 pm | Jab KhuliKitaab | Dimple Kapadia, Pankaj Kapur, AparshaktiKhurana, Manasi Parekh, Samir Soni, SupriyaPathak, SaurabhShukla, Sameer Nair, Naren Kumar |
| November 26, 2024 | 5:45 pm | HisaabBarabar | R Madhavan, KirtiKulhari,NeilNitinMukesh, AshwaniDhir |
| November 27, 2024 | 5:15 pm | Pharma (Series) | NivinPauly, RajitKapur, AalekhKapoor, Narain, ShruthiRamachandran, VeenaNandakumar |
| November 27, 2024 | 5:45 pm | Headhunting To Beatboxing | AR Rahman, RohitGupta,Amit Malik, Manil Gupta |
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