Rishab Shetty will receive the Leadership in Cinema Award at IFFM 2026 for showcasing the cultural and spiritual heritage of coastal Karnataka through the Kantara franchise. He said storytelling is his way of celebrating culture and traditions

The 17th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne announced its nominations, with Aamir Khan, Mammootty and Kantara: Chapter 1 among the major contenders. The festival celebrates excellence in Indian cinema and OTT content across multiple languages and categories