Archive · 1 Nov 2025
IRS Officer's Film 'Kathakar Ki Diary' Celebrated at Kolkata International Film Festival
A movie called 'Kathakar Ki Diary' made by a government officer named Anwesh is being shown at a big film festival in Kolkata.
This movie was made with a very small budget and involved over 200 artists who love making films.
Many of these artists come from places where people don't usually get to make movies.
The film tells the stories of five people and uses music to share messages of hope.
It's already won an award for being the best film made with no money and has been nominated for another important award called the NETPAC award at the Kolkata festival.
The festival is showing many films from different countries and celebrating famous filmmakers.
The film 'Kathakar Ki Diary', directed by IRS Officer Anwesh, is being featured at the 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).
The micro-budget film was made with the dedicated effort of over 200 independent artists and technicians, many from marginalized backgrounds.
'Kathakar Ki Diary' tells the stories of five protagonists, exploring themes of self-discovery, resilience, and hope.
The film has previously won 'Best Film' in the no-budget category at the International New York Film Festival and received nominations at other international festivals.
At KIFF, 'Kathakar Ki Diary' is nominated for the prestigious NETPAC award and will be screened in the Asian Select category.
- Who
- IRS Officer Anwesh and over 200 independent artists and technicians
- What
- The micro-budget film 'Kathakar Ki Diary' is being screened and nominated for the NETPAC award.
- When
- November 6-13
- Where
- 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF)
- Why
- The film celebrates the dedication of independent artists and tells the stories of ordinary lives, resilience, and hope.
- Director
- Anwesh (IRS Officer)
- Film Title
- Kathakar Ki Diary
- Festival
- 31st Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF)
- Nomination
- NETPAC Award
- Category
- Asian Select
- Number of Artists
- 200+
- Previous Awards
- Best Film (No-Budget Category) at International New York Film Festival