Film Festival in India

Inaugurated in 2012, Ladakh International Film Festival is annually held in the Himalayan town of Leh

Which has an altitude of more than 11000 feet (just for bulk), making it the highest altitude film festival in the world.

The high altitude festival showcases films and documentaries regarding wildlife conservation

And climate change to an audience who watch them in a breath-taking location such as Leh.

Dharamshala is a stunning destination amid the Himalayas, which is a visual treat by itself.

Other than its mesmerizing beauty, though, it's also something of an epicenter when it comes to inspiring artistry.

For example, this picturesque location has produced several acclaimed artists and inspired filmmakers over the years;

however, there were never enough opportunities for this region's aspiring filmmakers to grab the cinematic spotlight during other regional film festivals.

Every year in December, people from all over the country flock to New Delhi to watch Osian’s Cinefan, undoubtedly one of the biggest film festivals in India.

Besides featuring a large competition collection and independent films (which are often award-winning),

There are also filmmaker talks and workshops that attendees can attend during the festival.

With films from over 70 countries, this festival is not to be missed by any cinephile and hundreds of people flock to the venue undoubtedly every year.

VIBGYOR is one of the largest alternate film festivals held in Thrissur, Kerala every year. Its purpose is to both celebrate international short and documentary films

And to voice several issues including identity, sexuality, rights, etc. The festival is for five days and each edition has a different theme which this year was "Stolen Democracie".

 Alternate festivals are special in that they present an opportunity for filmmakers from around the world to come together and exhibit their work

Which may not get shown otherwise due to mainstream censorship and lack of funding. 

Established in 2004, BYOFF is one of the most cutting-edge film festivals in India and has attracted a large following over the years.

Located on the sands of Puri beach, Odissa, BYOFF has consistently brought to light new documentaries

Based on social issues and stories that have not been produced enough. Visitors were able to view a variety of films

Such as Pink Sari Vigilantes by Gini Reticker (USA) and Mad Women by RJ Ramesh (India), the latter offering an insider's perspective on female journalists in Uttar Pradesh.

An integral part of Indian cinema since its inception, women have played a pivotal role in Indian cinema as actresses and behind the scenes in several capacities.

The Mumbai Women's International Film Festival celebrates the spirit of women in cinema and women making cinema,

By showcasing female-directed films, performers, and technicians' projects. This annual film festival was first held in 2013. An eight-day cinematic brilliance,

It is organized during December (mostly the first week of the month) by Oculus Creations. 

The LGBTQ community in India faces a lot of struggles with acceptance when it comes to society.

They face discrimination due to their sexual orientation and gender identity, as well as their desire for equality.

Mumbai Queer Festival or otherwise known as KASHISH, a prominent festival that showcases LGBT films, Is important to help not only raise awareness but change public opinion.

Traveling to the land of art and cinema, Kolkata is a city filled with a rich history. Located in West Bengal where legends like Rabindranath Tagore

And Satyajit Ray were born, this city prides itself on its art festivals. The second oldest film festival in India is held annually in Kolkata.

Sightseeing is essential to any traveler's itinerary so why not make a point of taking time off from your busy schedule at work to catch the spectacle that is the International Film Festival?

The sightseeing offerings in this city offer great experiences for tourists who want to learn about the history of film in their homeland..

Cinemala Film Festival is the brainchild of JNU alumni, and it received include recognition from the Limca Book of World Records for its unique perspective on independent films.

Every year since 2006, the festival takes place on or around campus in New Delhi. As one of India's best platforms for young filmmakers to showcase their work,

Cinemala puts JNU students at the forefront of a diverse collection of films by providing films that they wish to see

But might not otherwise be able to appreciate within such a cultural context - as opposed to commercial theaters outside of a college campus environment.

Organized for the first time in 1952, the International Film Festival of India takes place each year in Goa.

Many famous artists have taken part in this festival over the past six decades such as Alfred Hitchcock, Roman Polansky,

Richard Attenborough, Wim Wenders, Morgan Freeman, Kamal Hassan, and many more.

The All Lights India International Film Festival is a film fest that typically takes place in November every year.

It has been over 8 years since it started and to date, it strongly believes that cinema can be knowledge – touching upon its structure and nature of work as a whole.

This film festival provides a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work globally and exchange ideas with others in the industry.

The uniqueness lies in the fact that they present films as a form of art, touching upon their history and structure

This unique film festival takes place in the Marwah Studios Complex, Film City, Noida. Considering how many cell phone cameras there are in the world at present,

 It only makes sense that a unique film festival like this would want to incorporate them into its process.

 The festival encourages accessibility on an unprecedented scale because of how convenient and affordable it is for creators

Who otherwise might not be able to afford or organize the resources needed for equipment 

The Mumbai International Film Festival for Documentary, Short, and Animation Film is brought to you by the Films Division,

which has organized and experienced movies in the film. This Festival hosts the leading documentary filmmakers in the country.

Last year they received over 700 entries and are reportedly expecting more this year. Over the coming year,

they plan on releasing over 300 non-fiction works to educate audiences on a variety of topics. 

The Chennai International Film Festival (CIFF) receives support from the South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce,

the Government of Tamil Nadu, and the Film Federation Of India. Its goal is to provide a common platform for people to express themselves through film

And also foster an appreciation for cinema as an art form by offering a platform in which other cultures can be explored by allowing them to sharpen

 their knowledge of international films and highlight important developments in world cinema that could help give this field more visibility.