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Rekha to Attend IFFM 2024 as Guest of Honour
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🗓 29 Jul 2026, 09:39 AM
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Actress Rekha has been named the Guest of Honour for the International Film Festival of Mumbai (IFFM) 2024, where the classic film 'Umrao Jaan' will also be screened.
Rekha, the legendary Bollywood actress, has been officially announced as the Guest of Honour for the International Film Festival of Mumbai (IFFM) 2024. The announcement was made by the festival’s organising committee during a press briefing earlier this week.
IFFM 2024 will run from 10 to 15 October at the Prithvi Theatre and the Film City complex in Mumbai. The festival aims to showcase a mix of Indian and international cinema, with a focus on auteur-driven projects and retrospectives.
In addition to Rekha’s participation, the festival will screen the 1972 classic 'Umrao Jaan', a film that has long been celebrated for its music and performances. The screening is scheduled for 12 October in the main auditorium.
Rekha’s presence is expected to draw significant media attention and boost ticket sales, as the actress remains a beloved figure in Indian cinema. Her role as Guest of Honour will include a welcome address, a panel discussion on women in film, and a meet‑and‑greet with film students.
IFFM 2024 will run from 10 to 15 October at the Prithvi Theatre and the Film City complex in Mumbai. The festival aims to showcase a mix of Indian and international cinema, with a focus on auteur-driven projects and retrospectives.
In addition to Rekha’s participation, the festival will screen the 1972 classic 'Umrao Jaan', a film that has long been celebrated for its music and performances. The screening is scheduled for 12 October in the main auditorium.
Rekha’s presence is expected to draw significant media attention and boost ticket sales, as the actress remains a beloved figure in Indian cinema. Her role as Guest of Honour will include a welcome address, a panel discussion on women in film, and a meet‑and‑greet with film students.