Archive · 7 Nov 2025
IFFI Goa 2025 to Focus on Emerging Filmmakers and Diverse Cinema
The Indian government is organizing a big movie festival in Goa called IFFI in November 2025.
This year, they want to help new movie makers by giving them special programs to show their work and share ideas.
They will also show over 240 movies from many different countries, including some brand new ones and films from Indian languages.
The festival will open with a sci-fi movie from Brazil.
They will also remember famous Indian filmmakers by showing their classic movies.
This event is all about celebrating movies from everywhere and supporting the next generation of filmmakers.
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will be held in Goa from November 20-28, 2025.
New programs will be introduced to support and promote emerging filmmakers and digital storytelling.
IFFI 2025 will showcase over 240 films from 81 countries, featuring various premieres and international content.
The festival aims to promote inclusivity, diversity, and Indian regional cinema.
Tributes will be paid to legendary filmmakers Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla, Ritwik Ghatak, P. Bhanumathi, Bhupen Hazarika, and Salil Chowdhury.
- Who
- Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan
- What
- Announced the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) Goa 2025, highlighting special initiatives for emerging filmmakers, digital storytelling, and showcasing diverse global and Indian cinema.
- When
- November 20-28, 2025
- Where
- Goa, India
- Why
- To nurture and promote emerging filmmakers, showcase global and Indian cinema, celebrate diversity and inclusivity, and foster creativity and technological innovation in filmmaking.
- Event
- 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa 2025
- Dates
- November 20-28, 2025
- Venue
- Goa, India
- Key Initiatives
- Programs for emerging filmmakers, digital storytelling, sustainable filmmaking
- Film Showcase
- 240+ films from 81 countries, including premieres and tributes
- Opening Film
- The Blue Trail (Brazilian sci-fi fantasy drama)
- Tributes to
- Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla, Ritwik Ghatak, P. Bhanumathi, Bhupen Hazarika, Salil Chowdhury
Sources
Centre throws open booth bookings for startups in 'Waves Bazaar' at IFFI Goa 2025
Ministry Of Information & Broadcasting Announces Opening Of Bookings For Exclusive Startup Showcase Zone In Goa's Waves Bazaar
