Notable Awards Won by Indian Films in Eastern Film Festivals

Article 15, directed by Anubhav Sinha, won the Golden Peacock award for Best Film at the 50th IFFI in 2019, recognizing its powerful exploration of caste discrimination in India.

Andhadhun, directed by Sriram Raghavan, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2018 Tokyo International Film Festival, impressing the jury with its intricate storytelling and suspenseful plot.

Newton, directed by Amit V. Masurkar, won the Golden Lotus Award for Best Film at the 2017 Shanghai International Film Festival, receiving praise for its poignant portrayal of the Indian electoral system.

Neerja, directed by Ram Madhvani, won the Best Film award at the 2016 Busan International Film Festival, honoring its heartwarming and inspiring story of a flight attendant who saved lives during a hijacking.

Court, directed by Chaitanya Tamhane, won the Golden Horse Award for Best Feature Film at the 2015 Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival, gaining recognition for its powerful exploration of the Indian judicial system.

Queen, directed by Vikas Bahl, won the Best Film award at the 2014 Hong Kong International Film Festival, capturing the hearts of audiences with its heartwarming and empowering story of self-discovery.

The Lunchbox, directed by Ritesh Batra, won the Golden Sun Award for Best Film at the 2013 Tokyo International Film Festival, charming audiences with its heartwarming tale of an unlikely connection between two strangers.

Gangs of Wasseypur, directed by Anurag Kashyap, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2012 Asia Pacific Screen Awards, impressing the jury with its epic storytelling and powerful performances.

Udaan, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, won the Golden Lotus Award for Best Film at the 2011 Shanghai International Film Festival, receiving praise for its poignant portrayal of a strained father-son relationship.

Peepli Live, directed by Anusha Rizvi, won the Best Film award at the 2010 Busan International Film Festival, impressing the jury with its satirical take on the Indian media and political system.

3 Idiots, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, won the Golden Horse Award for Best Feature Film at the 2009 Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival, captivating audiences with its heartwarming story of friendship and self-discovery.

Chak De! India, directed by Shimit Amin, won the Best Film award at the 2008 Hong Kong International Film Festival, inspiring audiences with its powerful story of a women's hockey team's journey to success.

Rang De Basanti, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, won the Golden Sun Award for Best Film at the 2007 Tokyo International Film Festival, captivating audiences with its stirring tale of patriotism and sacrifice.

Black, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2006 Asia Pacific Screen Awards, impressing the jury with its powerful portrayal of a visually impaired girl's journey to success.

Black, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, won the Golden Lotus Award for Best Film at the 2005 Shanghai International Film Festival, receiving critical acclaim for its poignant exploration of a visually impaired girl's relationship with her teacher.