Vidya Balan To Represent Nation At The Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne

“I am excited by the work of female directors and writers who have their work showing at the festival. Over the past few years, a new generation of Indian filmmakers has begun to shine on the global stage,” Vidya said in a statement.

“To see women behind the camera and creating powerful pieces of art is reflective of the positive steps that the film industry in India and the subcontinent is taking,” added the actress, who has shown her versatility in films like The Dirty Picture and Kahaani“.

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This year, IFFM has diversity as its central theme. It will showcase over 60 films — Indie and short included — in 20 different languages. The films from India will include 30 Australian premieres.

Mitu Bhowmick Lange, Director of the fest, said: “The IFFM will present films that explore diversity and the endless potential of humanity. The audience will immerse themselves in thirteen days of film, including Bollywood blockbusters, Indie films and documentaries from India and the subcontinent.

“These films were created to entertain, inspire, enrage, engage and challenge viewers. We look forward to welcoming a fantastic line up of guests and audiences to our screenings and special events,” Lange added.

Vidya Balan was last seen in Begum Jaan which released in April this year. The film tanked miserably at the box office. The film featured Ila Arun and Gauhar Khan in key roles. Apart from this, the actress is currently busy shooting for her upcoming film Tumhari Sulu which is slated to release this year in December.