Manish Malhotra's 'Gustaakh Ishq' to premiere at IFFI
What's the story
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa will feature Gustaakh Ishq: Kucch Pehle Jaisa, the debut production from celebrated fashion designer Manish Malhotra. The film will be screened on November 24, reported PTI. Described as a tribute to old-school romance, it blends poetry with nostalgia and the timeless charm of classic love stories.
Cast details
'Gustaakh Ishq' features an ensemble cast
The film, produced by Malhotra and his brother Dinesh Malhotra under their banner Stage5 Production, boasts an ensemble cast. It stars Naseeruddin Shah, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Vijay Varma, and Sharib Hashmi. Directed by Vibhu Puri, the film journeys through the narrow lanes of Purani Dilli and the fading kothis of Punjab, delving into themes of passion and unspoken longing. Gustaakh Ishq will release in theaters on November 28.
Festival overview
IFFI 2025: A glimpse into the festival
The 2025 edition of IFFI opened with Brazilian auteur Gabriel Mascaro's The Blue Trail, a sci-fi and fantasy feature about a 75-year-old woman's defiant journey through the Amazon. IFFI will also feature movies like Vadh 2, Calorie, Sholay, and Kesari Chapter 2. The festival will run until November 28.