Superstar Ram Charan will be the Guest of Honour at the 15th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). In recognition of his significant contributions to Indian cinema, he will be honored with the title of Ambassador for Indian Art and Culture.
The ten-day festival, starting on August 25, will feature a retrospective of Ram Charan’s iconic films, celebrating his remarkable journey in the film industry.
Expressing his gratitude, Ram Charan, son of megastar Chiranjeevi, stated, “I am deeply honoured to be a part of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne that celebrates the diversity and richness of Indian cinema on an international platform.”
At 39, the star considers it a privilege to represent Indian films globally. “It’s a privilege to represent our film industry and connect with fans and cinephiles from across the globe. The success of ‘RRR’ and the love it received worldwide has been overwhelming, and I am thrilled to share this moment with the audience in Melbourne. I look forward to this tremendous opportunity to hoist our national flag here in Melbourne,” he added.
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Festival Director Mitu Bhowmick Lange highlighted that Ram Charan’s presence at the festival will add an extra layer of excitement and prestige. “His work in ‘RRR’ has not only set new benchmarks but also solidified his place as one of the most influential actors in Indian cinema today. We are delighted to welcome him to Melbourne and look forward to celebrating his achievements with audiences at the festival,” Lange said.
The 15th IFFM will showcase films from across India and the Indian subcontinent, marking its milestone year with diverse cinematic experiences.
On the work front, Ram Charan is set to appear in the political thriller ‘Game Changer’ with Kiara Advani, ‘RC16’ with Janhvi Kapoor, and ‘RC17’ directed by Sukumar, the mastermind behind the blockbuster ‘Pushpa’ franchise.
