IIFA 2025 – ‘Silver Was The New Gold’ – Celebrated 25 Glorious Years in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jaipur, the Pink City, turned into a cinematic paradise as it played host to the grand celebration of the 25th anniversary of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards on March 8th–9th, 2025. Adding to the jubilation, the historic Raj Mandir cinema witnessed a spectacular screening of the legendary film Sholay on February 9th at 11 AM, commemorating its golden jubilee. The event brought together cinephiles, industry veterans, and enthusiastic fans to relive the magic of Indian cinema’s most celebrated masterpiece.
Golden Jubilee of Sholay & Raj Mandir – A Tribute to Cinematic Legacy
The year 2025 marked not only a quarter-century of IIFA but also the 50th anniversary of Sholay, one of Bollywood’s most iconic films. Raj Mandir, synonymous with grandeur and nostalgia, served as the perfect venue for this historic screening. The special event saw the presence of film enthusiasts and industry legends who reminisced about the film’s impact on Indian cinema. The immersive experience took attendees back to 1975, reviving the unforgettable characters of Jai, Veeru, Gabbar, and Basanti on the big screen.
IIFA 2025: A Spectacle of Silver & Gold
The 25th edition of IIFA, themed ‘Silver Was The New Gold’, was a tribute to both the film industry’s past and its promising future. Hosted in Jaipur, Rajasthan, the grand celebration honored the journey of Indian cinema, blending tradition with innovation. The two-day extravaganza featured dazzling performances, power-packed award ceremonies, and heartfelt tributes to the stalwarts of Bollywood.
Rajasthan, with its royal heritage and deep-rooted cinematic charm, proved to be the perfect backdrop for this momentous occasion. Celebrities, filmmakers, and fans came together to celebrate the evolution of Indian cinema, reflecting on the past while embracing the future. The grandeur of Raj Mandir, the nostalgia of Sholay, and the brilliance of IIFA 2025 made this a weekend to remember.
As the curtains fell on this spectacular event, Jaipur reaffirmed its status as a cultural powerhouse, proving that cinema, much like history, is eternal. The golden jubilee of Sholay and the silver milestone of IIFA 2025 will forever be etched in the annals of Indian film history.