News for 'Directorate of Film Festivals'

Sonu Sood attends Shanghai film festival

Sonu Sood attends Shanghai film festival

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

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

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.

#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.

Does Shazia Iqbal Find Dhurandhar 'Sinister'?

Does Shazia Iqbal Find Dhurandhar 'Sinister'?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

'It's not hidden, it's not unintentional -- inciting hate and violence is in the DNA of Dhurandhar.'

Kritika Kamra: 'Love Scenes Are Like Action Or Dance'

Kritika Kamra: 'Love Scenes Are Like Action Or Dance'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

'Sometimes it can get a little difficult to assert yourself, whether it's an opinion or your presence. It gets really exhausting.' 'They're still not able to accept that an intelligent woman can also really love wearing red lipstick!'

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Pankaja and O'Sey Balamma bring deeply personal yet universally resonant stories to Sundance. They represent a new wave of South Indian storytelling, blending cultural authenticity with cinematic innovation, and mark an important step in amplifying regional voices on the international stage.

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.

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.

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

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.

'When We Come Together, We Can Move Mountains'

'When We Come Together, We Can Move Mountains'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

'I want to show bearded men actually caring and loving for their sons or a woman from Pakistan in a position of power. How radical is that?'

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

'No one can wipe-off our glorious collaboration in The Kerala Story and Bastar, from Indian cinema.' 'When we create history and are scrutiniSed in public, we must be extremely responsible in our behaviour and conduct.'

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.

Nagarjuna, Ram Charan Attend Allu Sirish-Nayanika's Wedding Reception

Nagarjuna, Ram Charan Attend Allu Sirish-Nayanika's Wedding Reception

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Wedding celebrations are in full swing for actor Allu Sirish and his bride, Nayanika Reddy.

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.

The Film Rana Daggubati Is Proud Of

The Film Rana Daggubati Is Proud Of

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

'Every day you're learning and wanting to find something new.'

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.

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Boong wins a BAFTA, and India can't stay calm!

Kennedy Review: Sunny Leone Is Terrific!

Kennedy Review: Sunny Leone Is Terrific!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The violence in Kennedy is often unflinching and the characters offer no easy sympathy, but you stay hooked on how it all plays out. And that's when the classic Anurag Kashyap twist arrives, bringing an unexpected emotional payoff that lands just right, observes Mayur Sanap.

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

'The Soldiers Ordered Us To Be Strip-Searched'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

'...including my baby sisters, age three and one.' 'My dad was humiliated, and he started screaming at them.'

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.

BAFTAs Recognise Dharmendra's Passing

BAFTAs Recognise Dharmendra's Passing

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

The 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) were held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

Poll heat hits box office as Vijay, DMK-linked films clash at Pongal

Poll heat hits box office as Vijay, DMK-linked films clash at Pongal

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

As Tamil Nadu gears up for elections, a clash of films with distinct political ideologies is set to unfold at the box office, mirroring the rivalry between political parties.

Boong Review: Heartwarming And Heartbreaking

Boong Review: Heartwarming And Heartbreaking

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Make the effort for Boong, Mayur Sanap insists. Watch it, and experience its quietly heart-aching beauty.

When Shah Rukh Khan Was Upset With Arundhati Roy

When Shah Rukh Khan Was Upset With Arundhati Roy

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

When Arundhati Roy wrote her first novel God of Small Things, her team reached out to Shah Rukh Khan inviting him to read a passage from the book at its Mumbai launch. Perhaps because he still held a grudge, Khan refused the invitation.

Gandhi Talks Review: Underwhelming

Gandhi Talks Review: Underwhelming

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The fact that a major studio put out a silent film starring some of the biggest names in the industry in these concerning times for the film business is the one big takeaway from Gandhi Talks, notes Arjun Menon.

Homebound May Just Bring Home The Oscar!

Homebound May Just Bring Home The Oscar!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'To have made it to the shortlist of 15 films for the Academy Award is a big deal for us.''

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Did Sinners Deserve 16 Oscar Nominations?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Having grossed nearly $370 worldwide, Sinners filled up Warner Bros coffers when many of the studio's key 2025 films lost money, and deserves its many Oscar nominations.

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.

'Can We Break Up After A Month?'

'Can We Break Up After A Month?'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

'What interested me more than the influencers was how were they surviving in Bombay?' 'How many reels did they make per month? How much money did they need to get by?' 'Did they get a job and then come back home and do this at night?'

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.

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda Are Married

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda Are Married

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda celebrated their wedding in Udaipur, blending Telugu and Kodava traditions in a heartfelt ceremony.

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Golden Globes 2026: Meet The Winners!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Just who are the big winners of the 83rd edition of Golden Globes awards?

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

The Secret Agent Review: Gripping Political Thriller

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Though it revisits a terrifying period of Brazilian history, The Secret Agent just skims over the surface of the darkness, not losing its pace, colour, music and a sense of optimism, observes Deepa Gahlot.