Overview

• The 16th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne runs from August 14 to 24, 2025, featuring screenings, panels, masterclasses and cultural events.
• A curated retrospective will span Khan’s four-decade career, showcasing milestone films such as Taare Zameen Par, Dangal and PK.
• A spotlight on Sitaare Zameen Par includes a public screening followed by a live conversation with Aamir Khan, director RS Prasanna and producer Aparna Purohit.
• Sitaare Zameen Par centers on a basketball coach mentoring neurodivergent adults during community service, reflecting Khan’s commitment to socially conscious narratives.
• Festival Director Mitu Bhowmick Lange praised Khan’s work as a force for social change and said his presence would elevate the festival experience.