Lata Mangeshkar
The Annual Lata Mangeshkar Memorial Talk at IFFI featured music composers Vishal Bhardwaj and B. Ajaneesh Loknath discussing their creative processes and the influence of Lata Mangeshkar. The session highlighted the interplay of music, language, and culture in India, with reflections on folk traditions and the future of music in
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At the International Film Festival of India, the cast and crew of three films—‘Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness,’ ‘Mukkam Post Bombilwadi,’ and ‘Sikaar’—came together for a press conference discussing their unique themes. ‘Sikaar’ director Debangkar Borgohain paid tribute to late actor Zubeen Garg, while ‘Nilgiris’ showcased the challenges of
Vinay Kumar
Vinay Kumar K J, a theatre maestro, led an immersive masterclass titled 'Breath and Emotion' at IFFI, exploring the connection between breath, body, and emotion. He emphasized the evolution of emotional expression and the physiological basis of emotions, drawing on ancient Indian knowledge systems. The session included engaging
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The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) held masterclasses featuring renowned filmmakers and performers discussing creativity and the future of cinema. The festival also showcased international gala premieres, including films like 'Mosquitoes' and 'Muriel’s Wedding'. IFFI, established in 1952, is South Asia’s oldest film
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The book 'Legends of Indian Silver Screen' was unveiled at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) by Sh. Bhupendra Kainthola and filmmaker Rajendra Talak. It features 23 articles on Dadasaheb Phalke Award winners, highlighting their contributions to Indian cinema. The book aims to provide insights into
Vidhu Vinod Chopra
At the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), renowned filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra engaged in a captivating conversation with screenwriter Abhijat Joshi, sharing insights into his filmmaking journey. The session featured anecdotes, reflections on his evolving style, and the emotional impact of his films, including the newly restored '1942:
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At the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Director Gabriel Mascaro and the cast of 'The Blue Trail' discussed their film's themes of resilience and self-discovery. The film, featuring a 77-year-old protagonist named Teresa, explores her journey through the Amazon as she seeks to fulfill
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The Indian Panorama Non-Feature Jury at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) faced the challenging task of selecting 20 films from 500 submissions. Jury Chairperson Shri Dharam Gulati emphasized the importance of content in their selection process, highlighting the diversity of films showcased. The jury members expressed their
Sustainability
The panel discussion at the 56th International Film Festival of India, titled 'Reel Green: Sustainability and Storytelling Across Four Cinemas', brought together filmmakers from India, Japan, Spain, and Australia to discuss the intersection of sustainability and cinema. The panelists emphasized the importance of environmental responsibility in filmmaking, sharing
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The In Conversational Workshop at IFFI featured acclaimed actors Suhasini Maniratnam and Khushboo Sundar, who engaged in a dynamic dialogue about the art of performance. They shared personal anecdotes, discussed the unpredictability of commercial cinema, and emphasized the importance of authenticity and emotional connection in acting. The session concluded with
Muzaffar Ali
At the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Muzaffar Ali and his son Shaad Ali engaged in a reflective conversation about their cinematic journeys, exploring themes of memory, culture, and the evolution of Indian cinema. They discussed the emotional core of Muzaffar's films, the challenges faced in filmmaking,
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The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kicked off with the premiere of Gabriel Mascaro's dystopian film 'The Blue Trail', which follows a 77-year-old woman on a journey of self-discovery against a backdrop of societal constraints. The festival aims to grow significantly in the coming