Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne

Remitly IFFM Dance Competition

Time: 12:00PM
When: Saturday, 16th August 2025
Where: Fed Square, Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000

We're thrilled to welcome our official partner, Remitly!

Remitly – Proud Sponsor of IFFM Dance Competition 2025, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

The Remitly IFFM Dance Competition 2025 brought together dancers from all backgrounds to celebrate creativity, culture, and passion on the grand stage of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

Performers wowed the audience and impressed celebrity judge Malaika Arora alongside iconic casting director and filmmaker Mukesh Chhabra and Kym Whitford, Remitly’s Head of Asia Pacific, joined as the third judge. Special guest Jaideep Ahlawat also made an appearance, with his dance clip quickly going viral.

Federation Square came alive with an incredible showcase of local talent, high-energy performances, and unforgettable choreography. It was a vibrant celebration of dance, diversity, and expression, where culture met creativity and talent truly took centre stage. The audience cheered every beat, making it a spectacular conclusion to this year’s competition.

Judges
Malaika Arora – Judge at IFFM Dance Competition 2025, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Malaika Arora

Mukesh Chhabra – Judge at IFFM Dance Competition 2025, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Mukesh Chhabra

Mukesh Chhabra – Judge at IFFM Dance Competition 2025, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Kim Whitford

Special Guest
Jaideep Ahlawat – Special guest  at IFFM Dance Competition 2025, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Jaideep Ahlawat

Principal Partner – Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025
Remitly – Sponsor of Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025
NAB – Sponsor of Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025
City of Melbourne – Supporter of Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025
HOYTS – Venue Partner for Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025
Blackmagic Design – Technical Partner of Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025
Singapore Airlines – Official Airline Partner of Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025