A grand finale to a spectacular celebration of cinema. From inspiring speeches to heartfelt applause, the #KIFF2025 Closing Ceremony was a night of gratitude, pride and cinematic brilliance. Here’s a glimpse of the unforgettable moments that marked the end of this year’s

Honouring a life of strength, resilience, and inspiration. Bijoyee Japoner Patkatha shines bright as the Best Film Winner in the Indian Documentary Films category at KIFF 2025. #KIFF2025 #IndianDocumentary #AwardWinningFilm #BijoyeeJaponerPatkatha #BengaliCinema

A story rooted in identity, culture, and resilience. My Last Face: Kungbara earns the Special Jury Award in the Indian Documentary Films category at KIFF 2025. #KIFF2025 #SpecialJuryAward #IndianDocumentary #MyLastFace #Kungbara #KokborokFilm #DocumentaryCinema #FilmFestival

A gentle tale with a powerful heart. Jilipibalar Bondhura (Friends of Jilipibala) wins the Special Jury Award in the Indian Documentary Films category at KIFF 2025. #KIFF2025 #SpecialJuryAward #IndianDocumentary #JilipibalarBondhura #BengaliDocumentary #FilmFestivalIndia

A heartfelt journey seen through the eyes of innocence. NYINGMA… Through Her Eyes wins Best Film in the Indian Short Films category at KIFF 2025! #KIFF2025 #BestFilm #IndianShortFilms #Nyingma #ThroughHerEyes #ShortFilmWinner #FilmFestivalIndia

A moving tale that looks beyond the ordinary. Aparthiba (A World Beyond) wins the Special Jury Award in the Indian Short Films category at KIFF 2025. #KIFF2025 #SpecialJuryAward #IndianShortFilms #Aparthiba #AWorldBeyond #BengaliCinema #ShortFilmWinner

A poetic journey woven through mist and emotion. Kuhase Ke Geet (Songs of the Mist) wins the Special Jury Award in the Indian Short Films category at KIFF 2025. #KIFF2025 #SpecialJuryAward #IndianShortFilms #KuhaseKeGeet #SongsOfTheMist #HindiCinema #ShortFilmWinner

A sharp, grounded look at life and relationships earns the Best Film award in Bengali Panorama. Porshi (Neighbours) stands out for its precision and craft. Congratulations to director Chandrasish Ray and producer Samir Kumar Bhattacharjee. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF

A commanding directorial vision takes the top honour. Pradip Kurbah wins Best Director for Ha Lyngkha Bneng (The Elysian Field). A Khasi-language triumph backed by a powerful producing team and uncompromising craft. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival

A Special Jury Mention goes to Kangbo Aloti (The Lost Path) - a film that impressed with its raw honesty and narrative intent. Recognition well-earned by director Khanjan Kishore Nath and the team behind this Karbi-language work. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF

A powerful and poignant narrative that stands out on the Asian stage. Victoria wins the NETPAC Award for Best Film in the Asian Select category at KIFF 2025. Heartiest congratulations to the team for this remarkable achievement! #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #AsianSelect #NETPACAward

The FIPRESCI Award goes to To The West in Zapata, marking a strong critical endorsement of David Bim’s craft and Lia Rodriguez’s production vision. A film that stood out to critics and jury alike. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival #FilmFestival #Bengal

A precise, assured directorial hand earns Lalith Rathnayake the Best Director award for Riverstone, supported by producers Prabath Roshan and Nimanthi Porage. A standout achievement from Sri Lanka. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival #FilmFestival #Bengal

To The West in Zapata claims Best Film for its commanding cinematic voice and uncompromising storytelling. A strong win for director David Bim and producer Lia Rodriguez. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival #FilmFestival #Bengal #Kolkata #KolkataEvents

A Special Jury Mention goes to Lijepa Vecer Lijep Dan for its clarity, emotional precision and confident filmmaking. Recognition well-earned by director Ivona Juka and producer Anita Juka. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival #FilmFestival #Bengal #Kolkata

Relive the magic of the 31st Kolkata International Film Festival with the official Closing Ceremony Film. From the grand inauguration to the final day celebrations, this recap captures the most memorable moments, star appearances, screenings, seminars, and the vibrant spirit of

From the final felicitation to the last round of applause. This reel captures the closing ceremony in full - performances, speeches, honours and the awards that wrapped up KIFF 2025. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival #FilmFestival #Bengal #Kolkata

A standout piece of Indian-language cinema takes the crown. Chhora Jastai (Shape of Momo) wins Best Film for its clarity, restraint and emotional intelligence. Congratulations to director Tribeny Rai and the producing team for a decisive win. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF

Celebrating the harmony of cinema and melody at KIFF. ‘Gaane Gaane Cinema’ - an inspired addition to Cine Adda, envisioned and enriched by Hon'ble Minister Shri Indranil Sen. #KIFF2025 #31KIFF #KIFF #KolkataInternationalFilmFestival #FilmFestival #Bengal #Kolkata #KolkataEvents

A whirlwind journey across eight unforgettable days. From a power-packed inauguration to thought-provoking screenings, masterclasses, Cine Adda sessions, global conversations, packed halls, roaring applause and a grand closing ceremony. This year’s KIFF showcased the range,