Film Festival: News
TIFF 2025: Indian film 'Vimukt' wins major award
The Indian film Vimukt, directed by Jitank Singh Gurjar, has bagged the coveted Network for the Promotion of Asian Pacific Cinema (NETPAC) Award at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
Venice winner Anuparna Roy 'getting threats' due to Palestine remark
Filmmaker Anuparna Roy, who recently made history by winning the Best Director award (Orizzonti section) at the Venice Film Festival for her debut feature Songs of Forgotten Trees, has responded to the backlash over her acceptance speech.
Hansal Mehta on casting 'Harry Potter's Tom Felton in 'Gandhi'
Renowned filmmaker Hansal Mehta is feeling honored to present his latest project, Gandhi.
Vishal Jethwa on 'Homebound's TIFF screening: 'It's a dream'
Vishal Jethwa, who stars in Neeraj Ghaywan's critically acclaimed film Homebound, is excited about its screening at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
James McAvoy punched by random man in Toronto bar
Hollywood actor James McAvoy was reportedly attacked by an unknown man at a Toronto bar on Monday night, according to People.
'Voice of Hind Rajab' premieres: All about powerful Gaza film
The Voice of Hind Rajab, a film by Kaouther Ben Hania, premiered at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival earlier this week.
Remember 'Fighter's menacing villain? Rishabh Sawhney's new film stuns Venice
After his memorable performance as the red-eyed antagonist in Yash Raj Films's Fighter, actor Rishabh Sawhney is back with a new project.
India's 1st-ever women-led delegation to TIFF announced
In a landmark initiative, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and Women in Film (WIF) India have unveiled the country's first women-led delegation to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
Actor-filmmaker Nandita Das joins Busan Film Festival competition jury
Actor and filmmaker Nandita Das has been named a member of the competition jury at the 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).
Everything to know about Priyanka Chopra-backed 'Cycle of Love'
Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas is over the moon as her production venture, The Cycle of Love, is gearing up for its premiere at the Telluride Film Festival.
Bong Joon-ho becomes jury president of Marrakech Film Festival 2025
Acclaimed filmmaker Bong Joon-ho has been announced as the jury president for this year's Marrakech International Film Festival.
Ahead of 'Gandhi's TIFF premiere, Hansal Mehta battles visa issues
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta is in a race against time as his much-awaited offering, Gandhi, gears up for its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
'Whatever politicians have...': Woody Allen defends Moscow film fest appearance
Hollywood filmmaker Woody Allen has found himself in a controversy after his virtual appearance at the Moscow International Film Week over the weekend.
Anurag Kashyap lauds Bobby Deol's 'emotionally naked' performance in 'Bandar'
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has praised actor Bobby Deol for his "emotionally naked" performance in their upcoming film Bandar.
Park Chan-wook's 'No Other Choice' to open Busan Film Festival
The 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has announced that acclaimed Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook's latest film, No Other Choice, will be the opening feature.
Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, Shoojit Sircar join IFFM 2025 jury
Filmmakers Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Shoojit Sircar have been announced as jury members for the short film competition at the 2025 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM).
Pradip Kurbah's 'Moon' selected for Busan's Asian Project Market
Meghalaya filmmaker Pradip Kurbah's upcoming film Moon has been selected at the 2025 Busan International Film Festival for the Asian Project Market (APM).
Aamir Khan to hoist Indian flag at IFFM 2025
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will hoist the Indian national flag at the 2025 edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) on August 15, India's Independence Day.
Huma Qureshi's 'Bayaan' to premiere at TIFF 2025
Huma Qureshi's upcoming film Bayaan will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025.
Richa Chadha-Ali Fazal board Venice Film Festival film as producers
Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal have joined the upcoming film Secrets of a Mountain Serpent as producers through their banner, Pushing Buttons Studios (Girls Will Be Girls).
Anurag Kashyap's 'Bandar' sets world premiere; Bobby Deol's look out
Acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's latest directorial venture, Bandar (Monkey in a Cage), is set to have its world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The festival will run from September 4-14, 2025.
India's 1st gay film to open IFFM's Pride Night
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will kick off its LGBTQ+ Pride Celebratory Night with the screening of Badnam Basti, a 1971 film widely regarded as India's first queer-themed movie.
Soni Razdan's 'Difficult Daughters' chosen for Busan's Asian Project Market
The Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has announced the selection of 30 projects for this year's Asian Project Market.
Tillotama's 'Shadowbox' to open Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
The 16th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will kick off with the Bengali film Baksho Bondi - Shadowbox, starring Tillotama Shome, reported Variety.
'Maharaj,' 'Malegaon' dominate Indian Film Festival of Melbourne nominations
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) has announced its nominations for the 2025 edition.
Daniel Craig's 'Wake Up Dead...' to open London Film Festival
Hollywood actor Daniel Craig will attend the 69th edition of the BFI London Film Festival in October.
Aamir Khan to attend Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will be the chief guest at the 16th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) in August 2025.
'Sholay' goes international: Uncut version to premiere in Italy
The legendary Bollywood film Sholay will be celebrated with a 50th-anniversary tribute at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Italy, reported Variety.
Kolkata film on sex workers picked up by Taskovski Films
The indie film Redlight to Limelight, which follows a group of Indian sex workers and their children as they create a fictional film, has been acquired by Taskovski Films, reported Variety.
Malayalam film 'Victoria' selected for Shanghai International Film Festival
In a significant achievement for Indian cinema, the Malayalam film Victoria has been selected for the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF).
Kashish LGBTQ+ film festival: Guneet Monga, Vikramaditya Motwane join jury
Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor and filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane are among the 16 jury members for the 16th edition of India's Kashish Pride Film Festival, reported Variety.
'It Was Just...' wins top Cannes honor: All about it
Ace Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, earlier banned by the Iranian government from making films for 15 years, has won the Palme d'Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Anshuman Jha's 'Lord Curzon Ki Haveli' bags US deal
Buffalo8, a leading American film and media company, has acquired the international distribution rights of the Indian dark comedy thriller Lord Curzon Ki Haveli (Lord Curzon's Manor).
Kiran Rao to judge films at Shanghai International Film Festival
Filmmaker Kiran Rao will join the international jury of the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), which will be held from June 13 to 22.
Bharat Pavilion inaugurated at Cannes Film Festival 2025
The illustrious Bharat Pavilion was officially inaugurated at the 78th Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday.
Alia is in! Bollywood star to attend Cannes after all
Renowned actor Alia Bhatt is currently busy shooting for her next, Love & War, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Was Urvashi Rautela asked to leave Cannes red carpet?
When Indian actor Urvashi Rautela makes an appearance, it's impossible that she won't make headlines.
Robert De Niro blasts Trump in explosive Cannes speech
Hollywood legend Robert De Niro took a fiery dig at American President Donald Trump during the opening ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday.
Cannes: Why Halle Berry was forced to change her dress
At the Cannes jury press conference, Halle Berry disclosed that she had to change her outfit because of the festival's new red carpet rules.
Did Malia Obama's Nike ad copy Sundance short film?
Indie filmmaker Natalie Jasmine Harris has accused Malia Obama and Nike of stealing inspiration from her short film Grace for their latest campaign ad.
'Homebound,' 'Tanvi' and more Indian films heading to Cannes
The Cannes Film Festival 2025 will showcase a plethora of Indian-origin films, both contemporary and classic.
'Laapataa Ladies' star Nitanshi Goel to make Cannes debut
Nitanshi Goel, the young talent who shot to fame for her performance as Phool in India's official Oscar entry, Laapataa Ladies, will mark her Cannes Film Festival debut in 2025.
Cannes Film Festival 2025: Jury, biggest films, streaming details
The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival will be held from May 13-24, turning the French coastal town into a haven for movie buffs.
Jacqueline Fernandez to walk Cannes red carpet again this year
Bollywood diva Jacqueline Fernandez is all set to make her second appearance at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.