the Netflix social comedy Dasvi, started his career in Bollywood with the romantic movie Refugee, helmed by JP Dutta, which was released in 2000. The actor has successfully completed 22 years in Bollywood. His fans were mesmerized by his performances in movies like Yuva, Bunty Aur Babli, Sarkar, and Ludo, among others.
Abhishek expressed pride over the recognition. He said, “I’m excited and looking forward to being part of celebrating all things movies and cinema in Melbourne. I’m elated to have been invited by IFFM and to be part of a festival that truly celebrates Indian cinema in all its glory. For them to confer me with the Leadership in Cinema award is truly an honor for me and I’m thankful to the jury and the team of IFFM. To be in another country celebrating Indian pride and Indian content alongside my peers is something I’m truly looking forward to.”
The IFFM will be held physically as well as virtually from August 12 to 20, 2022. After the pandemic, this is the first time the event is taking place physically, as 2020 and 2021 were conducted digitally. It is one of the leading Indian film festivals held outside of India, which is also supported by the Victorian government in Australia. The film festival will feature prominent Bollywood figures such as Karan Johar, Taapsee Pannu, Anurag Kashyap, Shefali Shah, and Vaani Kapoor, among others.
