Film Festival: News
Arundhati Roy withdraws from Berlin fest over jury's Gaza comments
Acclaimed Indian author Arundhati Roy has withdrawn from the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) over "unconscionable statements" made by the jury regarding the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
'Filmmakers must stay out of politics': Wim Wenders at Berlinale
The Berlin International Film Festival, or Berlinale, began on Thursday as the competition jury, led by renowned filmmaker Wim Wenders, faced questions about the current state of the world, including the situation in Gaza.
Prakash Raj urges government to allow Palestinian films at BIFFes
Actor and filmmaker Prakash Raj, the brand ambassador of the 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes), has demanded that Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah take a stand against the central government's alleged decision not to screen Palestinian films at BIFFes.
Sundance: Meghan Markle backs doc on Girl Scouts cookies
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has opened up about her experience as an executive producer for the Sundance Film Festival documentary Cookie Queens.
'In Which Annie...': SRK-Arundhati Roy's film to screen at Berlinale
Arundhati Roy's cult classic, In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones, will be screened at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival.
'Lack of...understanding': Kerala CM says Centre tried to 'stifle' IFFK
The 30th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) concluded on a high note in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday, after facing censorship issues over the past week.
19 films denied screening at IFFK; Shashi Tharoor criticizes I&B
The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) in Thiruvananthapuram has been thrown into chaos after the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) reportedly denied screening permissions to 19 films.
Red Sea Festival's special award goes to first Rohingya-language film
The fifth edition of the Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, concluded with an awards ceremony on Thursday night.
Alia wins Golden Globe Horizon Award at Red Sea Festival
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt was recently awarded the prestigious Golden Globe Horizon Award at the 5th Red Sea International Film Festival.
Why Kartik wanted to get typecast early in his career
Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has revealed that he welcomed typecasting when he was starting his career.
Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof to chair Kerala film festival jury
The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) has announced its opening film, jury chairperson, and lifetime achievement award recipient.
IFFI 2025 winners: Vietnamese drama wins Best Film, Rajinikanth honored
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded in Goa on Friday, with Vietnamese director Ash Mayfair's Skin of Youth winning the Golden Peacock for Best Feature Film.
IFFI to pay tribute to Dharmendra at closing ceremony
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will pay a special tribute to veteran actor Dharmendra during its closing ceremony, an official announcement said.
Restored 'Sholay' with original ending won't debut at IFFI 2025
The much-anticipated screening of the 4K remaster of the iconic Bollywood film Sholay has been canceled at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
IFFI 2025 pays homage to legendary actor Dharmendra
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025.
Manish Malhotra's 'Gustaakh Ishq' to premiere at IFFI
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa will feature Gustaakh Ishq: Kucch Pehle Jaisa, the debut production from celebrated fashion designer Manish Malhotra.
Rekha's 'Umrao Jaan,' Guru Dutt's 'Pyaasa': Classics screening at IFFI
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), running from November 20-28, will showcase 10 restored classics, including Rekha's Umrao Jaan, Guru Dutt's Pyaasa, and Ritwik Ghatak's Subarnarekha.
'Silent boycott': 'Phule' director slams IFFI for snubbing film
Filmmaker Ananth Mahadevan has expressed his disappointment over the exclusion of his biopic Phule from the schedule of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
'1942: A Love Story's 8K version to stream at IFFI
The iconic Bollywood film 1942: A Love Story will be screened at the upcoming 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on Friday, November 21, 2025.
John Abraham's 'Oslo' to premiere at IFFI 2025
The documentary Oslo: A Tail of Promise, presented and produced by actor John Abraham, will have its world premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
Karan Johar to join global filmmakers at Marrakech Film Festival
Karan Johar will be representing Indian cinema at the upcoming Marrakech International Film Festival.
Red Sea Film Festival: Rekha to grace 'Umrao Jaan' screening
Bollywood superstar Rekha will be gracing the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia for a special screening of her iconic film, Umrao Jaan, directed by Muzaffar Ali.
'Gustaakh Ishq,' 'Family Man' to premiere at IFFI 2025
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will take place in Goa from November 20-28.
Anupam Kher's 'Tanvi The Great' selected for IFFI 2025
Anupam Kher's directorial, Tanvi The Great, has been selected for the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
IFFI 2025 to honor Rajinikanth for 50 years in cinema
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will be held from November 20-28. It'll feature over 240 films from 81 countries, including world premieres and Asian premieres.
Dadasaheb Phalke's grandson accuses film festival of misusing his name
Chandrashekhar Pusalkar, the grandson of legendary filmmaker Dadasaheb Phalke, recently refused to attend the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) Awards 2025.
Watch 7 SRK classics in theaters! Shah announces film festival
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has announced a special film festival to celebrate his illustrious cinematic journey.
Dharamshala International Film Festival 2025: Dates, lineup, and more
The 14th edition of the Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF) will be held from October 30-November 2, at the Tibetan Children's Village in Upper Dharamshala.
Salman Khan's viral Balochistan-Pakistan remark fuels debate online
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently made a statement at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that has sparked a major online debate.
Rekha's 'Umrao Jaan' to screen at Red Sea Film Festival
The iconic 1981 Bollywood film Umrao Jaan, directed by Muzaffar Ali and starring Rekha in a National Film Award-winning role, will be screened at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival. This is the first time it will be shown outside India after its restoration.
PVR Inox to celebrate SRK's birthday with special film festival
PVR Inox, India's largest film exhibition company, is set to celebrate Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's birthday with a two-week-long film festival.
Shriya Pilgaonkar, Pan Nalin to head ALT EFF 2025 jury
Actor Shriya Pilgaonkar will head the jury for the sixth edition of the All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF), along with filmmaker Pan Nalin.
'Agra' releasing after 2yrs, director Kanu Behl requests government support
Kanu Behl, the director of Agra, has called for government support to help independent films thrive in India.
Timothée Chalamet's 'Marty Supreme': Cast, crew, release date
Timothée Chalamet's much-awaited film Marty Supreme had its world premiere at the New York Film Festival (NYFF) on Monday night (US time).
Sydney film festival to screen 'Sholay' with original ending
The iconic Bollywood film Sholay, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Hema Malini, and Jaya Bachchan, is set to be screened at the Indian Film Festival of Sydney (IFFS) with its original ending.
Why Kirti Kulhari immediately said yes to Tannishtha's 'Full Plate'
Kirti Kulhari, who will soon be seen in Tannishtha Chatterjee's Full Plate, recently opened up about her experience working with the actor-turned-director.
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.