Goa gets set for 55th IFFI extravaganza

GET SET ...

Goa is gearing up for the highly anticipated 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), which begins on November 20, 2024. Here’s a glimpse of the preparations ...

FULL STEAM AHEAD

With just a few days left before IFFI 2024 kicks off, the work of setting up is in full swing in Panjim.

BEHIND THE SCENES

These days, a variety of props and background materials can be seen at Maquinez Palace and the Inox courtyard, where they will soon form part of the aesthetic decor for the event.

THE STAGE IS SET ... ALMOST

The ESG and Inox will undergo a transformation for the 9 days of IFFI, when filmdom's finest -- celebrities, actors and directors -- will grace the event with their presence.

MEN AT WORK

Artisans and workers focus meticulously on the intricate details that go into the making of a film festival venue.

RED CARPET READY

Extensive planning and a lot of hard work takes place at the locations before celebs finally step onto the red carpet.

ALL DRESSED UP

Even the streets of Panjim will be all dressed up with a new coat of paint and curtains of dazzling lights as the capital city readies for the mega film festival.

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