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The response has been incredible. And we’re not done yet.
The 19th edition of MIFF is calling, and the window just got wider. If your film carries a story with purpose, this is where it belongs.

Deadline for submissions extended till: 12 April 2026

Submit via Filmfreeway:
https://filmfreeway.com/MumbaiInternationalFilmFestival-MIFF⁠

#MIFF2026 #MumbaiInternationalFilmFestival #DeadlineExtended #CallForEntries #NFDC

As the curtains fall on the 56th International Film Festival of India, we celebrate not just films, but the stories, the dreams and the magic that brought us all together. From red carpets to standing ovations, from laughter to learning, every moment became a memory we’ll carry forward. Here’s to the creators, the visionaries, the dreamers, and every soul who made this festival truly unforgettable. Until we meet again, the spirit of cinema will keep shining brighter than ever. This festival wasn’t just an event - it was a journey of the hearts of cinema coming together. And with every frame we witnessed, we rediscovered why cinema will always unite us.

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What does it take to tell stories inspired by real events? Where do ethics, research and storytelling meet?

At MIFF 2022, filmmaker Richie Mehta unpacked the craft behind crime storytelling and screenwriting, sharing insights into building narratives rooted in truth while balancing sensitivity and dramatic tension. The session offered audiences a closer look at the process behind stories that stay with us long after the credits roll.

Known globally for Delhi Crime, the International Emmy-winning filmmaker has built a body of work recognised for its layered storytelling and human approach to complex subjects.

At MIFF, cinema goes beyond screenings. It becomes a space for conversations, ideas and learning from some of the most celebrated voices in storytelling.
Delegate registrations for the 19th MIFF are open.

#MIFF2026 #RichieMehta #DelhiCrime #FilmFestival #NFDC

Films can do more than tell stories. They can shape perspectives, start conversations, and leave us seeing the world a little differently.

In the 18th edition of MIFF, Shri Sudhir Mungantiwar reminds us, cinema reflects society and holds the power to inspire transformation, sometimes through a single moment, a single scene, or a single dialogue.

#MIFF2026 #MumbaiInternationalFilmFestival #CinemaAndSociety #FilmFestival #NFDC

In Zima, directors Tomek Popakul and Kasumi Ozeki create a world that feels both distant and deeply familiar. Through stark monochromatic visuals and restrained bursts of colour, they shape a haunting winter landscape where warmth and violence exist side by side.

What makes Zima worth watching is the way it communicates through mood and feeling rather than explanation.
For those drawn to animation that challenges form and expands the possibilities of storytelling, Zima is a reminder that cinema can be felt as much as it can be understood.

#MIFF2026 #MIFFRecommends #FilmFestival #AnimationFilm #NFDC

Some filmmakers observe. Others listen. Pankaj Butalia has spent decades doing both. Known for his reflective visual style and intimate storytelling, Butalia’s films often explore the lives that exist beyond headlines.

His Golden Conch-winning film Moksha brought attention to the lives of widows in Vrindavan, uncovering the emotional and social realities behind a long-standing tradition.
He has continued to create cinema that invites audiences not just to watch, but to feel. Even today, he remains an active voice in documentary spaces, mentoring and shaping conversations around nonfiction storytelling.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConchCollective #PankajButalia #NFDC #FilmFestival

Some filmmakers observe. Others listen. Pankaj Butalia has spent decades doing both. Known for his reflective visual style and intimate storytelling, Butalia’s films often explore the lives that exist beyond headlines.

His Golden Conch-winning film Moksha brought attention to the lives of widows in Vrindavan, uncovering the emotional and social realities behind a long-standing tradition.
He has continued to create cinema that invites audiences not just to watch, but to feel. Even today, he remains an active voice in documentary spaces, mentoring and shaping conversations around nonfiction storytelling.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConchCollective #PankajButalia #NFDC #FilmFestival

Some filmmakers observe. Others listen. Pankaj Butalia has spent decades doing both. Known for his reflective visual style and intimate storytelling, Butalia’s films often explore the lives that exist beyond headlines.

His Golden Conch-winning film Moksha brought attention to the lives of widows in Vrindavan, uncovering the emotional and social realities behind a long-standing tradition.
He has continued to create cinema that invites audiences not just to watch, but to feel. Even today, he remains an active voice in documentary spaces, mentoring and shaping conversations around nonfiction storytelling.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConchCollective #PankajButalia #NFDC #FilmFestival

Some filmmakers observe. Others listen. Pankaj Butalia has spent decades doing both. Known for his reflective visual style and intimate storytelling, Butalia’s films often explore the lives that exist beyond headlines.

His Golden Conch-winning film Moksha brought attention to the lives of widows in Vrindavan, uncovering the emotional and social realities behind a long-standing tradition.
He has continued to create cinema that invites audiences not just to watch, but to feel. Even today, he remains an active voice in documentary spaces, mentoring and shaping conversations around nonfiction storytelling.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConchCollective #PankajButalia #NFDC #FilmFestival

Borders on maps are easy to draw. Human journeys are not. Supriyo Sen has spent years capturing the emotions that exist between those lines.

Known for his deeply empathetic storytelling, Sen’s films often explore migration, displacement, identity, and belonging through an intimate human lens. His Golden Conch-winning Way Back Home reflected that signature approach.

From Wagah to Swimming Through the Darkness, his work continues to uncover the deeply personal truths hidden within larger social realities. A filmmaker whose cinema reminds us that every journey carries a world of its own.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConch #SupriyoSen #NFDC #FilmFestival

Borders on maps are easy to draw. Human journeys are not. Supriyo Sen has spent years capturing the emotions that exist between those lines.

Known for his deeply empathetic storytelling, Sen’s films often explore migration, displacement, identity, and belonging through an intimate human lens. His Golden Conch-winning Way Back Home reflected that signature approach.

From Wagah to Swimming Through the Darkness, his work continues to uncover the deeply personal truths hidden within larger social realities. A filmmaker whose cinema reminds us that every journey carries a world of its own.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConch #SupriyoSen #NFDC #FilmFestival

Borders on maps are easy to draw. Human journeys are not. Supriyo Sen has spent years capturing the emotions that exist between those lines.

Known for his deeply empathetic storytelling, Sen’s films often explore migration, displacement, identity, and belonging through an intimate human lens. His Golden Conch-winning Way Back Home reflected that signature approach.

From Wagah to Swimming Through the Darkness, his work continues to uncover the deeply personal truths hidden within larger social realities. A filmmaker whose cinema reminds us that every journey carries a world of its own.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConch #SupriyoSen #NFDC #FilmFestival

Borders on maps are easy to draw. Human journeys are not. Supriyo Sen has spent years capturing the emotions that exist between those lines.

Known for his deeply empathetic storytelling, Sen’s films often explore migration, displacement, identity, and belonging through an intimate human lens. His Golden Conch-winning Way Back Home reflected that signature approach.

From Wagah to Swimming Through the Darkness, his work continues to uncover the deeply personal truths hidden within larger social realities. A filmmaker whose cinema reminds us that every journey carries a world of its own.

#MIFF2026 #GoldenConch #SupriyoSen #NFDC #FilmFestival

Every world-class filmmaker starts with a single, uncompromising vision. At the 18th edition of Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), the Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari Award for Best Debut Director acts as the ultimate launchpad.

Swipe through to trace how filmmaker Sreemoyee Singh turned her independent passion project into an internationally celebrated cinematic masterpiece. Sreemoyee spent years crossing cultural and linguistic boundaries independently to film ‘And, Towards Happy Alleys’ before capturing the hearts of our MIFF jury and international critics alike.

Who will step into the spotlight next? Be the first to discover raw, groundbreaking cinema before it hits the global stage. Registration is open. Scan the QR code to book your delegate passes.

#MIFFThrowback #Filmmaker #SreemoyeeSingh #WomenInCinema #MIFF2026

Every world-class filmmaker starts with a single, uncompromising vision. At the 18th edition of Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), the Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari Award for Best Debut Director acts as the ultimate launchpad.

Swipe through to trace how filmmaker Sreemoyee Singh turned her independent passion project into an internationally celebrated cinematic masterpiece. Sreemoyee spent years crossing cultural and linguistic boundaries independently to film ‘And, Towards Happy Alleys’ before capturing the hearts of our MIFF jury and international critics alike.

Who will step into the spotlight next? Be the first to discover raw, groundbreaking cinema before it hits the global stage. Registration is open. Scan the QR code to book your delegate passes.

#MIFFThrowback #Filmmaker #SreemoyeeSingh #WomenInCinema #MIFF2026

Every world-class filmmaker starts with a single, uncompromising vision. At the 18th edition of Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), the Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari Award for Best Debut Director acts as the ultimate launchpad.

Swipe through to trace how filmmaker Sreemoyee Singh turned her independent passion project into an internationally celebrated cinematic masterpiece. Sreemoyee spent years crossing cultural and linguistic boundaries independently to film ‘And, Towards Happy Alleys’ before capturing the hearts of our MIFF jury and international critics alike.

Who will step into the spotlight next? Be the first to discover raw, groundbreaking cinema before it hits the global stage. Registration is open. Scan the QR code to book your delegate passes.

#MIFFThrowback #Filmmaker #SreemoyeeSingh #WomenInCinema #MIFF2026

Every world-class filmmaker starts with a single, uncompromising vision. At the 18th edition of Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), the Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari Award for Best Debut Director acts as the ultimate launchpad.

Swipe through to trace how filmmaker Sreemoyee Singh turned her independent passion project into an internationally celebrated cinematic masterpiece. Sreemoyee spent years crossing cultural and linguistic boundaries independently to film ‘And, Towards Happy Alleys’ before capturing the hearts of our MIFF jury and international critics alike.

Who will step into the spotlight next? Be the first to discover raw, groundbreaking cinema before it hits the global stage. Registration is open. Scan the QR code to book your delegate passes.

#MIFFThrowback #Filmmaker #SreemoyeeSingh #WomenInCinema #MIFF2026

At MIFF 2024, Dhara Ka Tem (Time for Milking) redefined how we experience stories through sound. Sound Designer Abhijit Sarkar transformed the everyday rhythms of rural Punjab into an award-winning sensory masterpiece, proving that powerful storytelling lies in the finest details.

As we look toward #MIFF2026, the stage is set for the next wave of groundbreaking non-fiction cinema. Don’t miss your chance to experience world-class filmmaking on the grand stage.

Register today.

#MIFF2026 #DharaKaTem #IndianCinema #DocumentaryFilm SoundDesign

At MIFF 2024, Dhara Ka Tem (Time for Milking) redefined how we experience stories through sound. Sound Designer Abhijit Sarkar transformed the everyday rhythms of rural Punjab into an award-winning sensory masterpiece, proving that powerful storytelling lies in the finest details.

As we look toward #MIFF2026, the stage is set for the next wave of groundbreaking non-fiction cinema. Don’t miss your chance to experience world-class filmmaking on the grand stage.

Register today.

#MIFF2026 #DharaKaTem #IndianCinema #DocumentaryFilm SoundDesign

At MIFF 2024, Dhara Ka Tem (Time for Milking) redefined how we experience stories through sound. Sound Designer Abhijit Sarkar transformed the everyday rhythms of rural Punjab into an award-winning sensory masterpiece, proving that powerful storytelling lies in the finest details.

As we look toward #MIFF2026, the stage is set for the next wave of groundbreaking non-fiction cinema. Don’t miss your chance to experience world-class filmmaking on the grand stage.

Register today.

#MIFF2026 #DharaKaTem #IndianCinema #DocumentaryFilm SoundDesign

Some journeys through cinema have more MIFF chapters than you’d expect.
Long before becoming one of India’s most celebrated voices in storytelling, Nagraj Manjule’s work also found a place on the MIFF stage. It’s moments like these that make the festival a meeting point for pathbreaking storytellers, fresh perspectives, and unforgettable films.

The next discovery could be waiting at the 19th MIFF. Register as a delegate and be part of the experience.

#MIFF2026 #MumbaiInternationalFilmFestival #NFDC #NagrajManjule

A film that dissolves the distance between life and cinema. Through monochrome frames and unguarded intimacy, Bárbara Paz documents the final chapter of her husband, filmmaker Hector Babenco, not as a farewell, but as a meditation on what remains.

Honoured with the Golden Conch at the Mumbai International Film Festival 2020, the film stands as a reminder that cinema can hold memory without trying to fix it. Some stories don’t conclude. They simply stay with you.

#MIFF2026 #MIFFRecommends #GoldenConch #FilmFestival #NFDC

As music composer and sound designer Ramprasad Sundar shares at 17th edition of MIFF, true cinematic magic happens when music is woven into the script from day one, rather than added in post-production. Sound defines the emotional core of every scene from inception to the final edit.

Immerse yourself in masterclasses, panel discussions, and insights from industry experts at MIFF 2026. Secure your spot today.

#MIFF2026 #Filmmaking #SoundDesign #FilmScore #Cinema