Renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap ‘s much-anticipated masterpiece, ‘Kennedy’, has been chosen to wrap up the 14th edition of the prestigious Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). This news marks another noteworthy achievement for the film, adding to its string of international accolades.
Kashyap, known for his cinematic prowess and unique storytelling ability, expressed his enthusiasm about this latest development. He was overjoyed at the opportunity presented by the selection of ‘Kennedy’ for the closing night of the esteemed festival, which will be the film’s inaugural appearance at an Indian film festival globally.
The director voiced his anticipation, stating, “I am thrilled that ‘Kennedy’ has been chosen as the closing spectacle at the IFFM. As it’s our premier showcase at an Indian film festival worldwide, I’m eager to gain insight into the audience’s reaction. I plan to attend the event to personally observe the response, and I remain optimistic that it will resonate well with them, much like it has with international viewers who’ve had the opportunity to watch the film till date.”
The film, which had its share of the limelight at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival, continues to draw attention and acclaim in international cinematic circles. This fresh recognition at the IFFM underlines the film’s continually expanding global impact.
Under Kashyap’s expert direction, ‘Kennedy’ features Sunny Leone, Rahul Bhatt, and Abhilash Thapliyal in pivotal roles. The plot is woven around a sleep-deprived former cop, presumed dead for a long time, yet still functioning within the corrupt system, who embarks on a quest for redemption.
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The star-studded closing ceremony of the IFFM will host numerous luminaries from the industry. Kashyap, along with his leading cast members Sunny Leone and Rahul Bhat, will grace the event and engage in an interactive session about their film.
The festival, which serves as a grand celebration of Indian cinema’s best, will culminate with the screening of ‘Kennedy’ on the 20th of August in Melbourne. Spanning from the 11th to the 29th of August, the 14th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne will present a spectacular array of remarkable Indian films across diverse genres. The festival also extends its scope to include films from the broader Indian subcontinent, ensuring a rich cultural representation.
