Cinema lovers were transported back in time as the legendary filmmaker Ramesh Sippy, creator of the iconic Hindi film Sholay, took the audience on a riveting journey through the movie’s history at an ‘In-Conversation’ session titled “50 Years of Sholay: Why Sholay Still Resonates?” during the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The session, hosted by his wife and versatile […]
The last Fireside Chat for the 56th edition of International Film Festival of India (IFFI) titled, “The Narrative Architect of Social Transformation and Inclusivity” got fired up when noted actor and filmmaker Aamir Khan entered into a fully-packed and applauding Kala Academy. Session moderator acclaimed film critic Baradwaj Rangan began the session paying tribute to […]
The International Competition Jury held a press conference at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), with esteemed members of the global film fraternity in attendance. This year, there were 15 film entries in the competition, including 3 Indian films. The panel was chaired by celebrated filmmaker Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, alongside jury members editor and […]
A mythical lamp, a story of three generations, and an ambitious fantasy adventure: ‘A.R.M’ (Ajayante Randam Moshanam) arrived at IFFI with all the charm of Kerala’s folklore and the cinematic heft of an epic. Director Jithin Laal, actors Tovino Thomas and National Award–winner Surabhi Lakshmi took the stage, weaving an engaging narrative about the film’s […]
The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) celebrated the birth centenary of legendary Goan cinematographer Shri K. Vaikunth, honouring his extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema with the release of a commemorative postal stamp. Known for his masterful cinematography across several landmark feature films and documentaries including celebrated works for the Films Division—Shri Vaikunth is remembered […]
