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37th Singapore International Film Festival

Name: 37th Singapore International Film Festival
Start: 2026-10-21
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Singapore

The 37th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is scheduled from October 21 to November 1, 2026, in Singapore. This edition will honor Bollywood actor Aamir Khan with the Screen Icon Award and Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda with the Cinema Honorary Award. The festival features film screenings, including the opening film "The Assassin(s)," special anniversary events, and industry talks.

Date: Oct 21 - Nov 1, 2026
Location: Singapore
Status: Upcoming

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37th Singapore International Film Festival

Event summary

Highlights

Aamir Khan receiving Screen Icon Award
25th-anniversary screening of "Lagaan"
Hirokazu Kore-eda receiving Cinema Honorary Award
Southeast Asian premiere of "Look Back"

The festival will commence with the South Korean political thriller "The Assassin(s)," with director Hur Jin-ho and cast members Shim Eun-kyung and Park Sung-hoon expected to attend the opening. A key highlight is the recognition of Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, who will receive the Screen Icon Award for his creative contributions to cinema. Khan will also participate in a special 25th-anniversary screening of his Oscar-nominated film "Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India" alongside its director Ashutosh Gowariker.

Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda will be presented with the Cinema Honorary Award for his impact on Asian cinema, and his latest film, "Look Back," will have its Southeast Asian premiere during the event. The festival also hosts an "In Conversation With" series, featuring discussions with prominent figures such as Aamir Khan, Kore-eda, Shim Eun-kyung, Hong Kong filmmaker Peter Chan, and actor Anthony Wong. Screenings will take place across various venues in Singapore, showcasing a diverse program of international cinema, including feature films, documentaries, and works from emerging filmmakers, with an emphasis on local Singaporean productions and co-productions.

Practical details

Organizer — source statement: Superstar Aamir Khan will be honoured with the Screen Icon Award at the 37th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF); english.gujaratsamachar.com

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