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Why Is India’s Big Movie Festival Getting Bigger? 🎥

A meeting on August 21 in New Delhi looked at how to prepare the 57th International Film Festival of India.

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Key Points

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Meeting date: August 21, location: New Delhi.

Festival dates: November 20‑28, 2026, location: Goa.

Focus on youth education and support for emerging filmmakers.

Introduction of additional masterclasses and mentorship opportunities.

Goal to boost India’s creative economy and international film exchange.

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The festival will take place in Goa from November 20 to 28, 2026, and will show movies from India and around the world.

Doctor L. Murugan, the government’s information minister, wants more chances for young students and new filmmakers to learn.

The plan adds extra masterclasses, mentorship programs, and chances to meet famous directors.

Officials say the event will help India’s creative industries grow and share ideas with other countries.

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Steering Committee

A team that decides how to run a big project.

International Film Festival of India

A big movie celebration that invites films from many countries.

masterclass

A special lesson taught by a well‑known expert.

mentorship

Help and advice given by an experienced person.

creative economy

Jobs and businesses that make things like movies, music, and art.

exchange

Sharing ideas or work between different places.

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