Archive · 19 Nov 2025
IFFI 2025: SRK Classics in Inflatable Theatres & Record Participation
At the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), three of Shah Rukh Khan's famous movies will be shown in a special inflatable theatre.
This is the first time such a thing is happening at IFFI.
The inflatable theatre will show movies from different sections like Inspirational Films, Indian Panorama Classics, and more.
There will also be special screenings for kids and open-air screenings in different parts of Goa.
This year's IFFI is expected to have a record number of participants with 240 films from 81 countries.
Shah Rukh Khan's 'DDLJ', 'Darr', and 'Chak De! India' to be screened in inflatable theatres at IFFI 2025
First-ever inflatable theatre at IFFI by NFDC, ESG, and PictureTime Digiplex
Screenings include Inspirational Films, Indian Panorama Classics, Nostalgia, and Children’s Cinema sections
Special screenings for schoolchildren and open-air screenings across Goa
IFFI 2025 to feature record participation with 240 films from 81 countries
- Who
- Shah Rukh Khan, PictureTime Digiplex, NFDC, ESG, filmmakers from 81 countries
- What
- Introduced inflatable theatre at IFFI, participated in the festival
- When
- IFFI 2025 (November 20-28)
- Where
- Goa’s Kala Academy, multiple locations across North and South Goa
- Why
- To provide wider access to film screenings, create an immersive festival experience, and showcase global cinema
Pro-Inflatable Theatre
Traditionalists
Accessibility
Pro-Inflatable Theatre
Inflatable theatres bring cinema to remote and underserved regions, increasing accessibility.
Traditionalists
Traditional cinemas offer a better viewing experience and are preferred by many.
Flexibility
Pro-Inflatable Theatre
Inflatable theatres can be set up quickly and easily, allowing for more flexible screening locations and times.
Traditionalists
Traditional cinemas offer consistent quality and infrastructure, making them reliable for filmmakers and audiences.
- Festival
- 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)
- Venue
- Goa’s Kala Academy and multiple locations across North and South Goa
- Dates
- November 20 to 28
- Screening Sections
- Inspirational Films, Indian Panorama Classics, Nostalgia, Children’s Cinema
- Number of Films
- 240 films from 81 countries
- PictureTime Digiplex Founder
- Sushil Chaudhary
Sources
Shah Rukh Khans Darr, DDLJ and many classics to be screened in inflatable theatres at 56th IFFI
Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic films to be screened in one-of-its-kind inflatable theatres at 56th IFFI
Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘DDLJ’, ‘Darr’, ‘Chak De! India’ to be screened in inflatable theatres at IFFI 2025
