News for 'Directorate of Film Festivals'

Ladakh Film Festival finale: Of winners and no shows

Ladakh Film Festival finale: Of winners and no shows

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

All the action from the final day of Ladakh International Film Festival.

Kannada film Ulidavaru Kandanthe at Cannes Film Festival

Kannada film Ulidavaru Kandanthe at Cannes Film Festival

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

The first Kannada film to be shot in live sound, Ulidavaru Kandanthe will be apart of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this year

'There is no film festival like this India'

'There is no film festival like this India'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2010

Arthur J Pais reports from the Sikh International Film Festival and Sikh Heritage Awards Gala

The First Indian OTT Series Ever To...

The First Indian OTT Series Ever To...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'It's a big milestone and a matter of pride for us to represent India in the world forum.'

#MeToo: Cannes film festival sets up sexual harassment helpline

#MeToo: Cannes film festival sets up sexual harassment helpline

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

The hotline will help victims report incidents of sexual abuse at the event.

Frankenstein: Aesthetically Pleasing, Visually Lush, Morally Unequivocal

Frankenstein: Aesthetically Pleasing, Visually Lush, Morally Unequivocal

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

Guillermo del Toro restores and amplifies the morality tale Shelley had meant her book to be. His message is kindness and forgiveness are the greatest virtues and arrogant ego meets its own just end, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Belfast Film Festival to 'spotlight' Shyam Benegal

Belfast Film Festival to 'spotlight' Shyam Benegal

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

Besides screening of Benegal's films Zubeidaa and The Making of the Mahatma, he will deliver a public lecture on April 22 and participate in the discussion on his films after screening.

Film festival sparks row at Odisha varsity, two movies dropped from line up

Film festival sparks row at Odisha varsity, two movies dropped from line up

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

The Ray-helmed film was screened on Friday, despite the initial objections, but two other movies - Gay India Matrimony and Had Anhad were removed from the list by the university, reportedly at the insistence of a right-wing group.

When A Mom Was Murdered: The Story Behind The Film

When A Mom Was Murdered: The Story Behind The Film

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'There have been multiple cases of people being shot for pulling into someone's driveway because they made a wrong turn or ringing the wrong bell because they made a mistake.' 'That is also the pathway to fascism.' 'The way you divide people is to make them fear each other. Then a strong man can come in and say, "I will protect you".'

Goa to be permanent venue for film festival

Goa to be permanent venue for film festival

Rediff.com8 Jun 2003

The government wants to promote it like Cannes, which hosts a world famous film festival every year.

PIX: Neetu Chandra, Tisca Chopra at Jagran Film Festival

PIX: Neetu Chandra, Tisca Chopra at Jagran Film Festival

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

A look at the star arrivals

The 13th Mumbai Film Festival at a glance

The 13th Mumbai Film Festival at a glance

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

The 13th edition of Mumbai International Film Festival honoured several women documentary filmmakers recently.

'World Has Not Seen This Gandhi Before'

'World Has Not Seen This Gandhi Before'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'I can't wait to show the series in India.'

The Akshay Kumar Film Festival in 2021

The Akshay Kumar Film Festival in 2021

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Folks, 2021 will see an Akshay Kumar film festival play out in the theatres.

Om Puri's Life In Pictures

Om Puri's Life In Pictures

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Om Puri would have been 75 in October. We look back at his early years through these 16 pictures from his life.

'Emotion Is Very Scarce Right Now'

'Emotion Is Very Scarce Right Now'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

'We have come to the point in civilisation where emotion seems to be something you hide or you have to be discreet about, or to be ashamed of.'

The Kamini Kaushal You Didn't Know

The Kamini Kaushal You Didn't Know

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

When Kamini Kaushal passed away at 98, she missed being a centenarian by just two years. But there is very little else that she missed out on in her long, rich, creatively fulfilling life.

Karisma, Kareena take center stage at Children's Film Festival

Karisma, Kareena take center stage at Children's Film Festival

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Kareena Kapoor Khan flies to Hyderabad to support niece Samaira at the 19th International Children's Film Festival of India (ICFFI).

PIX: Anurag Kashyap, Tigmanshu Dhulia at French Film Festival

PIX: Anurag Kashyap, Tigmanshu Dhulia at French Film Festival

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Now, you can watch French movies online for a month!

PIX: The Lunchbox team at Dubai film festival

PIX: The Lunchbox team at Dubai film festival

Rediff.com12 Dec 2013

The acclaimed film was screened at the ongoing festival.

PIX: Aamir, Anushka, Madhuri at Mumbai Film Festival

PIX: Aamir, Anushka, Madhuri at Mumbai Film Festival

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

MAMI comes to a close.

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Vampires, murders, superheroes and romantic reunions galore, it's quite a package of emotions on OTT this week.

Mani Ratnam wins Icon award at London Indian Film Festival

Mani Ratnam wins Icon award at London Indian Film Festival

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

The award was presented for his outstanding contribution to cinema.

The World Is Applauding Anuparna Roy

The World Is Applauding Anuparna Roy

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'I asked her whether she stood first. 'Yes Baba' was her reply. Her mother was crying in joy.'

Sex, Kites and Aamir at the Berlin Film Festival

Sex, Kites and Aamir at the Berlin Film Festival

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

The 61st Berlin Film Festival shows has an interesting spread of movies.

The 'Alien' Who's Made A Tiger Film

The 'Alien' Who's Made A Tiger Film

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'I am fascinated by the lurking presence of the tiger.'

Janhvi Goes For Gold At TIFF

Janhvi Goes For Gold At TIFF

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Janhvi Kapoor is having a golden moment at the Toronto International Film Festival, and she captures it perfectly by wearing a gown of the same colour.

Telluride Film Festival: The Mecca for lovers of cinema

Telluride Film Festival: The Mecca for lovers of cinema

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Aseem Chhabra celebrates 40 years of the prestigious Telluride Film Festival.

'Rasika Is The Female Shah Rukh Khan'

'Rasika Is The Female Shah Rukh Khan'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'On the editing table, we would be salivating on how she maintains her continuity to perfection on each take.' 'I have seen this with Shah Rukh sir and I observed the same level of precision with Rasika.'

PIX: Amy Jackson, Shashi Kapoor at Jagran Film Festival

PIX: Amy Jackson, Shashi Kapoor at Jagran Film Festival

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

Celebrity sightings from the ongoing fest.

He Quit Amazon To Make Films

He Quit Amazon To Make Films

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'You need the drishti, the experience. I am beginning to see things differently.'

PIX: Love Sonia premieres at London film festival

PIX: Love Sonia premieres at London film festival

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Guess who stars in this ensemble film?

The Cannes Film Festival like you have never seen before

The Cannes Film Festival like you have never seen before

Rediff.com23 May 2017

A young Arnold Schwarzenegger in swimwear, Cary Grant setting airport chic standards, a socialite even the Kardashians can't keep with and other vintage moments from the film festival on La Croisette!

Why This Diwali Will Be Very Different...

Why This Diwali Will Be Very Different...

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'It's heartening to see that the festive energy is being driven not only by star-led blockbusters but also by fresh, content-rich films.'

5 Must Watch Movies at Mumbai Film Festival 2014

5 Must Watch Movies at Mumbai Film Festival 2014

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Brilliant movies from China, Ethiopia, Austria and India line up for Mumbai.

Is this the SEXIEST back at the Venice Film Festival?

Is this the SEXIEST back at the Venice Film Festival?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

Meet the best-dressed women at the Venice Film Festival.

'Gurus Abuse The Very People Who Give Them Power'

'Gurus Abuse The Very People Who Give Them Power'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

'What is it about the institution of faith that makes somebody get a sense of impunity, that they believe they can get away with anything?'

'Cancer Has Made Me Shameless And Fearless'

'Cancer Has Made Me Shameless And Fearless'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'For all you know, in the next five years there could be a path-breaking cancer treatment and I may be absolutely fine. Or maybe I won't be. I have to live with both scenarios.'

Huma's Superhero Kashmir Connection

Huma's Superhero Kashmir Connection

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'Kashmir has so many stories, cultures, and folklore. It should be promoted. We should definitely have more stories out of Kashmir.'

'Cinema's Greatest Challenge Is Reels'

'Cinema's Greatest Challenge Is Reels'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'I don't know how long cinema will survive.'