Goa:24/11/24:The fifth day for the delegates commenced with an evolution to the HDR technology at 55th IFFI in the Kala Academy, Goa. In the day’s first masterclass on ‘Laser for Post-Production and Evolution to HDR’, Mr. Anthon Muller, Global Strategic Director, Barco Cinema enlightened the audience about the future of Post-Production and Projection with Barco’s patented HDR technology. At the outset, ...

Goa:24/11/24:TheFutureIsNow. The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) celebrates the future of Indian cinema by spotlighting the talent, creativity, and passion of young filmmakers from across the nation. Recognizing the importance of exposing cinema students to excellence in cinematic craft and storytelling, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, through the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), is proud to host nearly ...

Goa:24/11/24: “My father was a freedom fighter and following his request to make the Vande Mataram song more appealing to the 90’s generation, I created the popular album ‘Vande Mataram’ by A.R. Rahman,” said noted film director and screenwriter Bharat Bala. He was speaking in a Panel discussion on ‘Culture as Context for Cinematic Storytelling’ at the 55th IFFI in Goa.  ...

Goa:24 November 2024 :The vibrant enthusiasm of youth, an electrifying atmosphere and the intensity of 48 tireless yet unforgettable hours – this was the scene at Maquinez Palace today during the Closing Ceremony of Creative Minds of Tomorrow (CMOT), held in the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). CMOT has emerged as a leading platform for discovering and nurturing India’s ...

Goa:24 November 2024:The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) featured two remarkable films in the ‘Cinema of the World’ category: Canadian film, ‘Bassima’s Womb’ and Polish film, ‘Loonies’. Crafted by visionary directors and producers, these films delve into profound themes such as societal pressures, the quest for identity, redemption, hope and pursuit of a better life. During the media interaction, Babek ...

Goa: 24 November 2024;A packed auditorium at the Kala Academy warmly welcomed veteran actor Manisha Koirala and visionary filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane with a thunderous round of applause. The much-anticipated rendezvous between the iconic Mallikajaan from ‘Heeramandi’ and the director behind acclaimed films like ‘Udaan’, ‘Lootera’, and the series ‘Sacred Games’, among many others, took place today at the 55th International Film ...

Goa:  24 November 2024:As part of the centenary celebrations of the eminent actor and director Raj Kapoor, 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) paid tribute to the legend at a special session attended by Ranbir Kapoor, grandson of the iconic Raj Kapoor, and veteran filmmaker Rahul Rawail. The session was a captivating exploration of Raj Kapoor’s monumental contribution to Indian cinema, his ...

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, ...