IFFM 2026 award nominations: Aamir Khan, Mammootty get acting nods, ‘Saiyaara’, ‘Haq’ lead Best Film list
The 17th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne has announced its 2026 award nominations, featuring a diverse range of films and actors from India and neighboring countries. Notable nominees include Aamir Khan, Mammootty, and Rani Mukerji across various performance and film categories.
Why it matters
This festival serves as a significant platform for South Asian cinema, highlighting cross-border cultural exchange and recognizing excellence in regional and mainstream film industries.
The 17 th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) unveiled the official nominations for the awards for this year’s edition on Wednesday (July 8, 2026). The nominations feature films from across different languages together.
The article is a straightforward reporting of award nominations without editorializing or political framing.
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