Melbourne, Aug. 13 -- The 17th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) officially opened on August 13 with a star-studded press conference attended by celebrities from across Indian cinema, including Rishab Shetty, Dulquer Salmaan and Vijay Varma.

The opening event brought together actors, filmmakers, singers and other artistes to mark the beginning of a festival focused on the diversity, scale and global reach of Indian storytelling.

Alongside Rishab Shetty, Dulquer Salmaan and Vijay Varma, the press conference was attended by Manushi Chhillar, singer Nikhita Gandhi and Dolly Singh. Filmmakers Nikkhil Advani, Vikram Phadnis, R. Gowtham, Kaizad Gustad and RS Prasanna were also present, along with the cast of Lala and Pop...