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The 17th Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival came to a close on Thursday, (November 5) in Mumbai. The ceremony was a star-studded affair with celebrities including Vidya Balan, Salman Khan and Kiran Rao among others. Also seen was Nita and Mukesh Ambani's daughter, Isha. The festival was held from October 29 to November 5, screening over 200 films from 58 countries across the world. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Salman Khan, who is gearing up for the release of his film, 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo', was also present. When asked about the ongoing award wapsi movement, the actor said, "Sad (dukh) phase is going on. I am here for MAMI festival and I would not like to get into things which would turn other way or interpreted in another way.” (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Vidya Balan, who does not agree with filmmakers and writers returning their awards, was elegant in a dark blue sari. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Actress Esha Gupta looked stunning in a sheer white Gauri and Nainika gown. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
RIL Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's daughter, Isha was all smiles in a monochrome belted dress. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Kiran Rao and Anupama Chopra chat with Saif Ali Khan. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Saif Ali Khan was a handsome familiar face at the closing ceremony. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Kiran Rao, who spearheaded the MAMI Film Festival along with critic Anupama Chopra, also opted for the nine yards by Anavila. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Actress Kalki Koechlin looked lovely in a soft coloured Anavila sari with gold jewellery and matching clutch. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Salman Khan also caught up with his good friend Jackie Shroff. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
While Salman opted for a formal shirt and trousers, Jackie made a statement in a vest, blazer and scarf. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Riteish Deskmukh, who was also present, shares a moment with Kiran Rao. The actor also commented about the current affairs regarding the National Awards, saying, "We are in a democratic country like India and if one is upset with anything one can go and say what they don’t like. Every person has the opportunity to believe and say what they want." (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Director Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Anupama Chopra, Kiran Rao with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Nandita Das looked beautiful in a white and grey sari with a black blouse and matching potli. We love how subtly the shades of black and grey are accentuated with a light touch of red. (Source: File Photo) (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar picked a black blouse and grey pants. The director said that if she had a national award to her credit she would have returned it given the current atmosphere in the country. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Seen here, Siddarth Roy Kapur and wife Vidya Balan photographed in conversation with Nandita Das. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
'Badlapur' actress, Radhika Apte was cute in a Nachiket Barve number with black sandals. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Actress Sandhya Mridul was pretty in white with silver jewellery. She is a part of Pan Nalin's 'Angry Indian Goddesses'. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Actress Tisca Chopra was dressed up in a checked sari with a curly hairdo. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Director Nagesh Kukunoor with his wife and their daughter. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Casting director for Yash Raj Films, Shanoo Sharma poses for a picture. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
'Masaan' actress Shweta Tripathi was a pretty sight in a multi-coloured strapless dress. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
The 'Angry Indian Goddesses' - Anushka Manchanda, Tanishta Chatterjee, director Pan Nalin, Sandhya Mridul and Amrita Maghera strike a pose. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Former VJ Cyrus Broacha and Kunal Vijaykar were also at the festival. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
Actor Kunal Kapoor also put in an appearance. (Source: Photo by Varinder Chawla)
