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Vietnamese Film 'Skin of Youth' Wins Golden Peacock at IFFI
28 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Vietnamese film 'Skin of Youth' won the Golden Peacock for Best Film.
- The ICFT-Unesco Gandhi Medal went to Norwegian film 'Safe House'.
- IFFI celebrated Indian cinema icon Rajinikanth's 50 years.
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has drawn to a close, with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Best Film bestowed upon the Vietnamese film 'Skin of Youth.' Directed by Ashleigh Mayfair, the movie delves into the tender romance between a transgender sex worker and an underground cage fighter in 1990s Saigon.
Further accolades included the ICFT-Unesco Gandhi Medal, awarded to the Norwegian film 'Safe House' for its message of peace and intercultural dialogue. Debut directors Hesam Farahmand and Tonis Pill shared the Best Debut Film award, while actors Ubeimar Rios and Jara Sofija Ostan received Silver Peacocks for their compelling performances.
The festival also paid homage to the rich tapestry of Indian cinema, celebrating Rajinikanth's 50 years in the industry and honoring the legacy of V Shantaram. Tributes were paid to artists who passed away, and a special segment celebrated the vibrant culture of India's northeast.
