Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne

Time: From 11:00AM
Date: Saturday, 16th August, 2025
Location: Federation Square

We are beyond excited to have the acclaimed global star Aamir Khan raise the Indian national flag and celebrate this proud moment with us at the iconic Fed Square. Independence Day will be full of celebration and pride as we showcase the rich cultural tapestry of India and the subcontinent on a global stage.

After the flag hoisting, watch as the Fed Square stage lights up with the Remitly IFFM Dance Competition.

From 3:00PM, Aamir Khan will also be joined by the NAB IFFM Award winners in an exclusive conversation at Zinc in Fed Square. At the same time, enjoy a free, open-air Aamir Khan retrospective at Fed Square featuring his timeless classics: Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988), Lagaan (2001), Tare Zameen Par (2007) and Dangal (2016).

Later that night, join Aamir Khan, director R.S. Prasanna, and producer Aparna Purohit at 8:00PM for an exclusive Q&A screening of the new heartwarming film Sitaree Zameen Par at HOYTS Cinema District Docklands.

Guest
Aamir Khan – Guest at IFFM Independence Day Celebration 2025, Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Aamir Khan

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