As part of the 2024 Melbourne Indian Film Festival, Rani Mukharjee is launching a commemorative stamp paying tribute to Yash Chopra, the legendary filmmaker who has been making films in the Australian Parliament for 50 years. (Image source: Special Arrangement)
The historic occasion took place during the inaugural celebration of Indian cinema at the Australian Parliament, marking the 15th anniversary of the Melbourne Indian Film Festival. This event featured inaugural speeches by Rani Mukerji and Karan Johar at the Parliament House in Canberra. (Image Source: Special Arrangement)
Rani Mukerji expressed her excitement and said, “I feel truly honoured and humbled to be a part of this momentous occasion of the launch of the commemorative stamp of legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra at the Australian Parliament! This is not just a celebration of Yash Chopra and YRF’s rich and impactful 50-year legacy of shaping pop culture across the world, but also of the Indian film industry that has entertained countless people through the power of cinema. The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) has been a catalyst in bringing India and Australia closer by promoting cultural and creative ties for 15 years. I am proud to see the festival growing year on year and acting as a bridge connecting the best creative minds of India and Australia.” (Image Source: Special Arrangement)
The celebration featured keynote addresses by Rani Mukerji and Karan Johar. The event included the launch of a special postage stamp in honour of Yash Chopra, in tribute to his monumental contributions to Indian cinema and his role in making Hindi cinema a global cultural phenomenon. (Image Source: Special Arrangement)
The stamp presentation ceremony was attended by distinguished dignitaries, members of Parliament and several ministers. (Image source: Special Arrangement)
The celebration highlighted the global impact and cultural significance of Indian cinema, with a special focus on the cinematic legacy of the late Yash Chopra, revered as the god of romance on celluloid. (Image credit: Special Arrangement)
Published on August 13, 2024 at 22:32 (IST)
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