IFFM 2025: Aamir Khan honoured, Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound sweeps big awards

The 16th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 turned into a star-studded celebration of Indian cinema, with some of the industry’s finest talents being recognised on its global stage. The evening was headlined by Neeraj Ghaywan’s 'Homebound', which emerged as the biggest winner, bagging both Best Film and Best Director.

'Homebound', starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, is one of the year’s most talked-about films, and its twin wins cement its place as



a standout of 2025.

Aamir Khan was honoured with the festival’s prestigious Excellence in Cinema Award, a recognition of his enduring legacy and influence over decades. In his acceptance speech, he credited his collaborators and audiences for the journey: “Filmmaking is a collaborative art, and this award wouldn’t have been possible without my writers, directors, co-stars, and the audiences who have given me the opportunity to tell the stories and be part of the many stories I have been part of.”