Michael Douglas, honored with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), emphasised the unifying power of cinema in his acceptance speech. Douglas praised cinema for its ability to make people laugh, cry, and rejoice, acknowledging the role of cinema in showcasing our shared humanity. 2023 IFFI: Michael Douglas Receives Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at Closing Ceremony.