Goa: 23 November 2024: Slovakia, a young nation is losing its authenticity due to growing capitalism and consumerism, said Rastislav Boroš,  director of the film ‘The Sluggard Clan’ being screened in 55th International Film Festival of India. While interacting with the media, he expressed, “I wanted to show the soul of my nation. It is a very young state. It had ...

Goa:23 November 2024: Students and Delegates were enthralled by a hypnotic masterclass by one of the finest actors in Indian Cinema, Shri. Anupam Kher in Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa, today on Day 4 of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Shri Kher started the session on the topic ‘Power of Failure’ by revealing, “I think I am the success ...

Goa: 23 November 2024: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) showcased three exceptional films: Gujarati film, ‘Karkhanu’, Assamese film, ‘Rador Pakhi’, and ‘Google Matrimony’. Created by visionary directors and producers, these cinematic gems explore deep themes of suspense, humour, horror, the search for authentic human connection, and the strength to embrace life’s challenges. At the media interaction, Rushabh Thanki, ...

Goa:23 November 2024: The cast and crew of the film ‘Pune Highway’ came together today for an engaging press conference at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The filmmakers discussed their creative processes, the challenges encountered during production, and their vision for the future of cinema. Directed and written by Rahul DaCunha and Bugs Bhargava, Pune Highway ...

Goa: 23 November 2024 The Indian Panorama section at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa, witnessed the showcase of Hanu-Man, a captivating cinematic venture directed by Prasanth Varma. The film, set in the fictional village of Anjanadri, narrates the journey of Hanumanthu, a petty thief who gains divine powers from a fossilized drop of Lord Hanuman’s blood. This transformation sets ...

Goa:22 November 2024:Celebrating the vibrancy and modernity of Australian cinema, 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), hosted in the vibrant state of Goa, showcased Force of Nature: The Dry 2 as a special feature in the “Country Focus: Australia” segment. Director, writer, and producer Robert Connolly engaged with the media in Goa today. The film follows five women on ...

Panaji, 22 November 2024: As the sun sets over Goa’s Miramar Beach, the golden sands come alive with the story of Indian cinema’s enduring legacy. Amid the rhythmic crash of waves, Padma Shri award-winning sand artist Sudarshan Patnaik has crafted a mesmerizing tribute to four cinematic legends — Akkineni Nageswara Rao (ANR), Tapan Sinha, Mohammed Rafi, and Raj Kapoor — ...

Goa: 21 November 2024: The panel discussion- “360° Cinema: Film Festival Directors’ Round Table”, held as part of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa brought legendary film festival directors to discuss the importance of promoting global cinema and ensuring its future. The panel featured Cameron Bailey, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF); Giona Nazzaro, ...

Goa:21 November 2024: Selecting 20 Indian Films from 384 films was a difficult task and non-selection of the films for this IFFI should not necessarily be considered a statement on the quality of the films, expressed Jury Members for the Feature Films section of Indian Panorama at IFFI 2024. They were speaking at a Press Conference on the sidelines of ...

Goa: 21 November 2024:The first-panel discussion of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kicked off today with a conversation on Women’s Safety and Cinema. Moderated by renowned actor and producer Vani Tripathi Tikoo, the session brought together panellists including filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, actors Suhasini Maniratnam, Kushboo Sundar, and Bhumi Pednekar, to discuss crucial issues surrounding women’s safety in the film industry, ...