Archive · 23 May 2025
DPIFF Denies Fraud Allegations Amidst Accusations of Selling Awards
Imagine a big film awards show in India called DPIFF.
Some people are saying the people running it did some bad things.
They're accused of tricking governments into giving them money and even selling awards to movies and actors that weren't very good.
The people in charge of DPIFF say these accusations are not true and are trying to make them look bad.
They say the awards show is important for celebrating Indian movies and they are getting ready for the next show.
The police are also looking into the claims.
The organizers are thankful for the support they've received and look forward to celebrating Indian cinema.
Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) faces allegations of fraud.
DPIFF leadership accused of deceiving state governments for sponsorships.
Accusations include selling awards to underperforming films and actors.
DPIFF organizers deny the allegations, calling them a smear campaign.
Mumbai Police lodged a complaint against DPIFF officials for misuse of government name.
- Who
- DPIFF organizers, including Anil Mishra and Abhishek Mishra, and Mumbai Police
- What
- DPIFF is accused of fraud, including deceiving governments and selling awards.
- When
- May 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- The organizers are accused of fraud and misuse of power. The organizers deny the allegations.
- Event Name
- Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival
- Accused Officials
- Anil Mishra and Abhishek Mishra
- State Governments Allegedly Deceived
- Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Maharashtra
- DPIFF Statement Date
- May 21, 2025
- Authority Investigating
- Mumbai Police