Film Festival: News
20 Apr 2024
Cannes Film Festival77th Cannes Film Festival honors Akira Kurosawa through official poster
The 77th Cannes Film Festival has revealed its poster for the upcoming cinematic gala, featuring a scene from Rhapsody in August, a film by the celebrated Japanese director Akira Kurosawa.
19 Apr 2024
Deepa Mehta'Spirit of Ecstasy,' 'Mutt' to headline Kashish LGBTQ+ Film Festival
The 2024 edition of the Kashish LGBTQ+ film festival in Mumbai will feature Héléna Klotz's Spirit of Ecstasy and Vuk Lungulov-Klotz's Mutt as its main attractions.
11 Apr 2024
Cannes Film Festival77th Cannes Film Festival announces star-studded lineup; India triumphs, too
The forthcoming 77th Cannes Film Festival is set to dazzle with a star-studded lineup, which was announced on Thursday afternoon (per IST).
02 Apr 2024
Vikramaditya MotwaneAre Vikramaditya Motwane, Vishal Bhardwaj, Rohan Sippy collaborating? Check announcement
Bollywood cinephiles, it's time to assemble!
30 Mar 2024
BookMyShow'The Silent Prayer' will premiere at the Red Lorry Festival
The Silent Prayer, a cinematic depiction of the 1984 Coimbatore riots, is scheduled for its first screening on Friday (April 5) at the inaugural Red Lorry Film Festival, organized by BookMyShow.
27 Feb 2024
Bengali Cinema'Padatik': Mrinal Sen biopic selected by major film festivals
Srijit Mukherji is one of the most adept filmmakers in Bengali cinema and over the years, the director has delivered both critically acclaimed and commercially viable movies.
10 Jan 2024
InoxGolden Globe-winning 'Anatomy of a Fall' gets India release date
Every year there is one film that awes viewers and critics across the spectrum and emerges to be a big hit in the festival circuit. In 2023, Justine Triet's Anatomy of a Fall is that one rare pitch-perfect project.
04 Jan 2024
Bollywood FilmsPalm Springs Film Festival: 'Mrs.' and 'Sumo Didi' to premiere
The 35th Palm Springs International Film Festival is taking place from January 4 to January 15 in California, and it is set to showcase the premieres of two Jio Studios-bankrolled projects Mrs. and Sumo Didi.
18 Dec 2023
Academy AwardsBest of 2023: These Indian films earned global recognition
In 2023, Indian films made a significant impact at international festivals, spanning genres from dramatic extravaganzas (RRR) to emotionally charged narratives (Dear Jassi).
14 Dec 2023
Cannes Film FestivalGreta Gerwig becomes youngest Cannes jury president after Sophia Loren
Greta Gerwig, the renowned director of the global hit Barbie, is set to make history as the first female American director to serve as jury president at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024.
07 Dec 2023
Sundance Film Festival'Girls Will Be Girls': Richa-Ali's production bags another honor
Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are powerhouses of talents known for their varied acting range. The couple also ventured into the production arena with their debut project Girls Will Be Girls in 2021.
05 Dec 2023
Anurag Kashyap'Kennedy' to 'Chalchitra Ekhon': Most-anticipated films at KIFF 2023
Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) has returned for its 29th season and the City of Joy is all decked up to witness some amazing cinema!
05 Dec 2023
Salman KhanSalman Khan arrives in Kolkata to attend KIFF 2023
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan touched down in Kolkata on Tuesday to grace the opening of the 29th Kolkata International Film Festival.
30 Nov 2023
New DelhiFind out which movies are premiering at EUFF 2023
Those who enjoy international films and festivals have a reason to rejoice. The European Union Film Festival of India's 28th edition is coming to New Delhi and is set to begin on Friday.
28 Nov 2023
Tovino ThomasReasons why Bijukumar's 'Adrishya Jalakangal' is enjoying buzz
Tovino Thomas stars in the groundbreaking Malayalam film, Adrishya Jalakangal (Invisible Windows), which recently made history as the first Malayalam movie to be screened at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (TBNFF) in Estonia.
27 Nov 2023
Ranveer SinghRed Sea'23 to honor Ranveer Singh along with Diane Kruger
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is about to be honored for his outstanding career and contribution to cinema at the prestigious Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
23 Nov 2023
Celebrity'Second Chance': Pan Nalin onboard as executive producer
Esteemed director Pan Nalin is set to don the role of the executive producer for Subhadra Mahajan's debut feature, Second Chance.
20 Nov 2023
International Film Festival of India (IFFI)International Film Festival of India—major titles to look out for
The 54th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is all set to start on Monday at Goa's Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium.
09 Nov 2023
International Film Festival of India (IFFI)IFFI 2023: Rani Mukerji to host maiden masterclass on cinema
Bollywood actor Rani Mukerji is slated to host her maiden masterclass at the coveted International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa this month.
07 Nov 2023
Kamal HaasanKamal Haasan's 69th birthday: His most remarkable international honors, achievements
Long before social media stamped actors with the "pan-Indian star" seal, Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan delivered classics that worked their magic across India.
06 Nov 2023
OPPOOPPO and OnePlus to showcase imaging strategies this week
OPPO will showcase its imaging strategies and advanced technology at the OPPO Imaging Strategic Communication Festival in Paris on November 8.
02 Nov 2023
HollywoodCamerimage 2023: Adam Driver to accept award and introduce 'Ferrari'
Adam Driver is set to make an appearance at the Camerimage film festival in Toruń, Poland, taking place from November 11-18.
26 Oct 2023
Hansal MehtaJio MAMI 2023: 5 titles to watch out for
All the film fanatics, get ready as Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival is all set to begin on Friday to continue till November 5. The week-long festival, which will kick off in the Mecca of Hindi cinema, has a string of films that will be premiered during the course of the event.
25 Oct 2023
Mumbai Film FestivalJio MAMI Film Festival to honor Mani Ratnam, Luca Guadagnino
The Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival will honor Indian director and producer Mani Ratnam and Italian filmmaker Luca Guadagnino with the Excellence in Cinema Awards during its opening ceremony on Friday.
17 Oct 2023
BollywoodKareena Kapoor Khan's 'The Buckingham Murders' to open MAMI 2023
Kareena Kapoor Khan is currently basking in the glory of her OTT debut Jaane Jaan.
17 Oct 2023
BollywoodRasika Dugal's 'Lord Curzon Ki Haveli' to premiere in Europe
Anshuman Jha's debut venture as a director, Lord Curzon Ki Haveli, featuring Arjun Mathur and Rasika Dugal, is set to make its European debut at the Razors Reel Flanders festival in Belgium on November 2.
10 Oct 2023
HollywoodEmma Stone's 'Poor Things' to open EnergaCamerimage Film Festival 2023
The highly acclaimed film Poor Things, featuring Emma Stone and directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, is set to kick off the EnergaCamerimage Film Festival on November 11 in Torun, Poland.
09 Oct 2023
Anupama ChopraJio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival—'Dilli Dark,' Agra' among main competitors
Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, organized by the Mumbai Academy of Moving Image and directed/spearheaded by Anupama Chopra, is reportedly the biggest film festival in South Asia.
09 Oct 2023
Ektaa KapoorEktaa Kapoor confronts trolls, supports 'Thank You For Coming'
Filmmaker Ektaa Kapoor recently made a bold move on X/Twitter, taking on trolls and defending her latest production, Thank You For Coming.
09 Oct 2023
HollywoodMarrakech Film Festival 2023: Jessica Chastain to preside over jury
Hollywood actor Jessica Chastain is set to head the jury at the 20th Marrakech International Film Festival, happening from November 24 to December 2. The film festival took to social media to announce the same.
08 Oct 2023
Hansal MehtaBusan International Film Festival: 'Scoop' wins Best Asian TV Series
Hansal Mehta's Scoop has been crowned the Best Asian TV Series at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)'s Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards.
04 Oct 2023
SydneySXSW 2023: Sajal-Wahaj's 'The Pink Shirt' to represent South Asia
Applause Entertainment and Zee's Zindagi are gearing up to present their streaming drama series, The Pink Shirt, at South by Southwest (SXSW) Sydney on October 16.
03 Oct 2023
Celebrity'Harry Potter' director David Yates to receive Raindance Icon Award
Esteemed British director David Yates, celebrated for his contributions to the Harry Potter franchise, has been named the recipient of the distinguished Raindance Icon Award 2023.
28 Sep 2023
JioCinemaJioCinema's digital film festival starts tomorrow: Check movie line-up
JioCinema is set to launch India's 'largest digital film festival' called JioCinema FilmFest, on September 29.
26 Sep 2023
Academy AwardsBaz Luhrmann to lead Red Sea International Film Festival jury
Acclaimed filmmaker Baz Luhrmann has been named the head of the features competition jury at the Red Sea International Film Festival.
26 Sep 2023
NetflixBong Joon-ho's 'Yellow Door' documentary—when and where to watch
Attention, Korean cinema superfans!
25 Sep 2023
USAJanus Films buys Venice Festival's standout documentary before NYFF premiere
The late legendary composer Ryuichi Sakamoto's last concert has been immortalized in a new documentary, Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus.
19 Sep 2023
FranceLumiere Festival 2023: Alfonso Cuaron, Wes Anderson join star-studded lineup
The Lumiere Film Festival 2023 in Lyon, France, has unveiled its impressive director lineup, featuring Alfonso Cuarón, Terry Gilliam, Wes Anderson, Alexander Payne, and Wim Wenders.
18 Sep 2023
Mads MikkelsenZFF 2023 to honor Mads Mikkelsen with Golden Eye Award
Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen is set to be honored with the prestigious Golden Eye Award at the upcoming 19th edition of the Zurich Film Festival (ZFF).
12 Sep 2023
Upcoming MoviesWho's Rodney Alcala, serial killer who inspired Anna Kendrick's directorial
Why is everyone talking about Anna Kendrick's directorial debut venture Woman of the Hour that premiered at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)?
12 Sep 2023
NetflixNetflix acquires Anna Kendrick's 'Woman of the Hour'—What to expect
Netflix has secured the rights to Anna Kendrick's directorial debut titled Woman of the Hour in an astounding $11M deal at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
11 Sep 2023
Rotten TomatoesTIFF 2023: Titles that garnered 100% Rotten Tomatoes score
The ongoing 48th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has been a showcase of cinematic excellence.
10 Sep 2023
Hollywood'Finestkind': Everything about Jenna Ortega starrer that premiered at TIFF
Finestkind, starring Jenna Ortega, has been generating significant excitement as a hotly anticipated crime drama thriller.
05 Sep 2023
Bollywood Films#RockyAurRaniKiiPremKahaani to premiere at Busan Film Festival; KJo pens note
Karan Johar's directorial comeback, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been selected for the prestigious Busan International Film Festival 2023.
28 Aug 2023
South KoreaBusan International Film Festival 2023: Dates, selections, segments—everything to know
Film enthusiasts, assemble!
26 Aug 2023
JapanHayao Miyazaki's #TheBoyAndTheHeron to premiere at Toronto International Film Festival
Prior to its theatrical debut in Japan, very little was known about The Boy and the Heron helmed by Japanese animation icon Hayao Miyazaki.
12 Aug 2023
Diljit DosanjhDiljit Dosanjh's 'Punjab '95' removed from Toronto film festival—Here's why
In an unexpected turn of events, Diljit Dosanjh's Punjab '95—which was due to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)—has now reportedly been yanked from the lineup.
07 Aug 2023
HollywoodEmerald Fennell's 'Saltburn' to premiere at BFI London Film Festival
Director-producer-writer Emerald Fennell's upcoming film Saltburn is all set to premiere at the BFI London Film Festival on October 4.
05 Aug 2023
G20 Summit'Pather Panchali' to 'The Cathedral': First-ever G20 Film Festival's lineup
Keeping in mind the approaching G20 Summit, the government is organizing a film festival that is set to unite the world of cinema.
07 Jun 2023
BollywoodRajshri Deshpande's 'Privacy' to premiere at BiFan festival; teaser released
Rajshri Deshpande is an adept actor known for her out-of-the-box choices of characters. Over the years, she has worked on some great projects like Sacred Games, Sexy Durga, and Trial by Fire, among others.
07 Jun 2023
BollywoodManoj Bajpayee's 'Joram' to compete in Durban International Film Festival
Manoj Bajpayee is a generation-defining actor, who is known for his raw portrayal and working on hard-hitting films. Recently, the actor is having an amazing run and his upcoming film Joram is just another addition to it.
06 Jun 2023
Cannes Film FestivalIt's confirmed! Cannes Film Festival announces dates for 2024 edition
Mark your calendars and prepare for the glitz and glamor of the Cannes Film Festival.
28 May 2023
Film AwardsProduction company Neon clinches Palme d'Or for 4th consecutive time
American production and distribution company Neon is basking in unprecedented success, as it has set the seal on its fourth consecutive Palme d'Or—the most coveted award at the Cannes Film Festival.
28 May 2023
Cannes Film FestivalCannes 2023: 'Anatomy of a Fall' wins Palme d'Or
One of the biggest celebrations of cinema in the world, the Cannes Film Festival, has finally wrapped up.
28 May 2023
Cannes Film Festival'How To Have Sex': About Cannes's Un Certain Regard winner
We have a winner from Cannes!
26 May 2023
Cannes Film FestivalCannes 2023: 5 celebrity couples who made dazzling red-carpet appearances
The 76th Cannes Film Festival is a star-studded affair, where celebrity couples stole the spotlight with their appearances.
23 May 2023
Cannes Film Festival#NewsBytesExplainer: Looking at the major awards at Cannes Film Festival
Cannes Film Festival is an alluring celebration of cinema, and each year, the film community looks forward to the movies that are screened there.
20 May 2023
Dua LipaCannes: Meet Romain Gavras, filmmaker who debuted alongside Dua Lipa
Pop star Dua Lipa made a stunning debut at the Cannes Film Festival on Friday, stealing the spotlight not only for her glamorous avatar but also for her public appearance with her rumored boyfriend, Romain Gavras.
16 May 2023
LifestyleBlast from the past: Iconic Indian fashion moments at Cannes
The 76th Cannes Film Festival is scheduled to start on May 16 and go on till May 27.
16 May 2023
Cannes Film FestivalCannes 2023: Revisiting controversies surrounding Palme d'Or award
The 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is all set to take place on Tuesday, and the excitement around the most prestigious festival is at an all-time high.
16 May 2023
Cannes Film FestivalCannes 2023: Decoding significance of over-the-top standing ovations
Stand, smile, clap, and repeat—these gestures are enough to express appreciation. However, the Cannes Film Festival's tradition of lengthy standing ovations has become an integral part of the festival, which might seem daunting sometimes.
15 May 2023
Cannes Film Festival#NewsBytesExplainer: Looking at Cannes's most prestigious award, Palme d'Or
Each filmmaker whose movie competes in the Competition section at the Cannes Film Festival has the same agenda: how can one clinch the Palme d'Or?
15 May 2023
Cannes Film FestivalCannes 2023: Why is the film festival held in Cannes
The Cannes Film Festival is all set to mesmerize the world of cinema with its 76th edition, slated from Tuesday (May 16) to May 27.
15 May 2023
LifestyleIndian celebrities expected to attend Cannes 2023
The glitz, glamour, and entertainment are back for the Cannes Film Festival 2023.
13 May 2023
Cannes Film Festival'Power Alley' trailer out: Everything about Cannes-bound Brazilian abortion drama
As the world eagerly awaits the 76th Cannes Film Festival, set to take place from Tuesday to May 27, Berlin-based sales agency M-Appeal has set the stage by releasing the trailer for the Brazilian abortion thriller, Power Alley, directed by Lillah Halla.
10 May 2023
AustraliaWhat makes Sydney Film Festival 2023 special
With its 70th edition just around the corner, the Sydney Film Festival is gearing up again to bring together some of the most thought-provoking films from around the globe.
21 Apr 2023
Venice Film Festival#NewsBytesExplainer: Looking at 'Big 5' film festivals in the world
Each year, several film festivals organized in different countries host filmmakers, critics, actors, and cinephiles from all around the world.
