Archive · 7 Nov 2025
Shatrughan Sinha, Arati Mukherjee Honored at KIFF Opening
The 31st Kolkata International Film Festival, also known as KIFF, has started!
At the opening ceremony, famous playback singer Arati Mukherjee and veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha were given a special award called the Banga Bibhushan for their amazing work.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was there, along with other stars like former cricketer Sourav Ganguly.
The singer Arati Mukherjee became very emotional when her award was announced.
The first movie shown at the festival was 'Saptapadi'.
The festival aims to celebrate films and those who contribute to the world of cinema.
The 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) was inaugurated at the Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium.
Veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha and playback singer Arati Mukherjee were honored with the Banga Bibhushan award.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and former cricketer Sourav Ganguly were present at the inauguration.
Arati Mukherjee became emotional upon receiving the award, expressing gratitude.
The inaugural film for the festival was 'Saptapadi'.
- Who
- Arati Mukherjee, Satrughan Sinha, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Sourav Ganguly, Goutam Ghose, Ramesh Sippy, Sujoy Ghosh
- What
- Inauguration of the 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) and conferring of the Banga Bibhushan award.
- When
- During the inauguration of the 31st KIFF.
- Where
- Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, Kolkata.
- Why
- To honor outstanding contributions to playback singing and acting, and to commence the film festival.
Award Recognition
Festival's Impact
Significance of Awards
Award Recognition
Veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha and singer Arati Mukherjee were conferred the Banga Bibhushan award for their significant contributions to acting and playback singing, respectively.
Festival's Impact
Sourav Ganguly praised the Chief Minister's efforts in elevating the Kolkata Film Festival to international repute, creating a level playing field for actors and producers.
- Event
- 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) Inauguration
- Awardees
- Arati Mukherjee (Playback Singing), Satrughan Sinha (Acting)
- Prestigious Award
- Banga Bibhushan
- Inaugural Film
- Saptapadi
- Notable Attendees
- Mamata Banerjee, Shatrughan Sinha, Arati Mukherjee, Sourav Ganguly, Goutam Ghose, Ramesh Sippy, Sujoy Ghosh
