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Rajinikanth Honored at IFFI; "Skin of Youth" Wins Top Prize
29 Nov
Summary
- Rajinikanth received a lifetime achievement award for 50 years in cinema.
- Vietnamese film "Skin of Youth" secured the best film award.
- IFFI highlighted Indian cinema's growth and global promotion efforts.
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) celebrated a momentous closing ceremony, honoring legendary Indian actor Rajinikanth with a lifetime achievement award for his remarkable 50-year career. The prestigious best film award was claimed by the Vietnamese drama "Skin of Youth," a poignant story of a transgender sex worker and a cage fighter. This year's IFFI underscored the festival's increasing strength and its role in promoting Indian cinema worldwide.
The event saw the presence of numerous Bollywood and regional film personalities, including Ranveer Singh and Rishabh Shetty. IFFI also paid a heartfelt tribute to artists lost during the year. Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Dr. L Murugan, highlighted the festival's success in facilitating business deals and empowering women filmmakers, emphasizing the concept of "pan-Indian cinema" over regional divides.
Discussions at IFFI also touched upon the integration of technology with storytelling and the potential impact of AI on the entertainment industry. With record investments and new initiatives like an AI hackathon, the festival demonstrated its forward-looking approach. Rajinikanth expressed profound gratitude, vowing to continue his passion for acting.
