Govind Nihalani's 'Party' is back on the big screen at IFFI 2025
Govind Nihalani's classic film Party, first released in 1984, is getting a special screening at the 2025 International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on November 24.
Known for its sharp take on artists and social circles, the film dives into the messy realities behind intellectual gatherings—all set during one unforgettable night.
IFFI runs from November 20-28, 2025 and highlights some of Indian cinema's most influential works.
Why this screening matters
Recently restored by the National Film Archives of India, Party features an ensemble cast with Om Puri, Amol Palekar, Soni Razdan, Swaroop Sampat, and Satish Kaushik.
Director Nihalani says the film still feels relevant today for how it explores what it means to be an artist—and he's hopeful that new audiences will get to experience it as it was meant to be seen.