The entertainment world moves fast, and Rishab Shetty opens IFFM 2026 in Melbourne, Rekha attends screening of restored Umrao Jaan is the latest development catching everyone's eye. From fans to industry insiders, the reaction has been immediate.
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Add as a preferred source on Google The 17th Indian movie Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026 officially opened with a celebration of Indian silver major screen, culture and its enduring legacy, as superstar Rishab Shetty lit the ceremonial lamp and officially flagged off the festival at its Opening Night with the Australian first screening of Members of the Problematic Family.
Beginning with IFFM’s beautiful and cherished ritual of lighting the lamp, the Opening Night marked the commencement of one of the most anticipated celebrations of Indian silver major screen in Australia. Rishab Shetty’s presence pointed out to the significance of the occasion as he illuminated the lamp, symbolising the light of silver major screen and the festival’s continued journey of bringing Indian stories to a global viewers.
Following the opening movie, the legendary Rekha screened the restored version of her timeless, S.K. At the screening, Rekha said, “I acted in Umrao Jaan at the age of just 22. When Muzaffar explained me the narrative and that he’s making this movie in Urdu, i explained him someone like me in this movie, i was surprised.
But the fact that the movie still holds such a special place in everyone’s heart is truly special for me. What people don’t know is that i saw this movie for the first time last year”. The Opening Night set the tone for the 17th edition of IFFM, which continues to bring together celebrated Indian talent, filmmakers and audiences while creating a vibrant cultural bridge between India and Australia.
With its blend of contemporary voices and legendary silver major screen, IFFM 2026 kicks off its celebrations by putting the richness and diversity of Indian storytelling firmly at the centre stage. Also Read: Rekha shines at Red Sea movie Festival with honouree award and a heartfelt tribute during the restored Umrao Jaan screening, shares “I am alive because of captures” Catch us for latest Bollywood News, fresh Bollywood Movies update, box office numbers, fresh Movies arrival, Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & highly anticipated Movies 2026 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on the publication.
What happens next is anyone's guess, but one thing is certain: this development has added a fresh chapter to an already fascinating entertainment saga. Stay tuned to TeraMovies for all the latest updates from the world of cinema.
