Guwahati (Assam) [India], August 1: The cradle of significant cinema, Brahmaputra Valley Movie Pageant (BVFF), is formally open for movie entries for the pageant’s milestone tenth version. Acknowledged as a rising drive in India’s cinematic panorama, BVFF invitations filmmakers from throughout India and all over the world to submit their movies by September 9, 2025. Greater than only a pageant, BVFF stands as a nationwide platform that celebrates storytelling, group, dialogue and artistic expression, whereas spotlighting distinctive tales that form Indian cinema.

Over the previous 9 memorable editions, BVFF has established itself as a significant platform for significant cinema from throughout India, championing daring storytelling and recent views. With over 1,500 entries obtained, 310+ movies screened and an annual footfall of 20,000+ passionate cinephiles, the pageant has turn out to be a key cease on the Indian Movie Pageant Circuit the place rising filmmakers showcase their craft, join with trade leaders, and be a part of candid conversations that assist construct the Northeast because the hub of creativity. Because it continues to develop, BVFF stays dedicated to amplifying various voices and celebrating the richness of Indian cinema in all its types.

Reflecting on the journey up to now and looking out forward, Tanushree Hazarika, Pageant Director mentioned, “Ten editions in the past, BVFF began as a dream venture, a imaginative and prescient to create an area for the North East within the nationwide movie dialog. At present, we stand on a decade of tales that moved us, filmmakers who impressed us, and audiences who believed in us. We encourage storytellers to be a part of this version and take part within the movie contests and movie awards for characteristic movies, documentaries and brief movies”.

Situated within the coronary heart of Guwahati, BVFF acts as a cinematic bridge between the Northeast and the remainder of the world, between creators and trade veterans, between custom and know-how.

BVFF has proudly hosted a few of India’s most revered cinematic minds, together with Rajkumar Hirani, Imtiaz Ali, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Krishna DK, Prakash Jha, Vishal Bhardwaj, Gauri Shinde, Boman Irani, Zoya Akhtar, Rajkummar Rao, Farhan Akhtar and lots of extra. Their presence has not solely impressed audiences but additionally nurtured a way of perception within the energy of genuine cinema rooted in ardour and emotion. Moreover this, delegates have additionally been imparted with insights on essential points similar to scriptwriting, financing and distribution.

The power of BVFF lies in its folks, a small however fiercely passionate workforce together with Pallavi Chumki Barua (Artistic Director), Samujjal Kashyap (Technical Director), Karma Paljor (Publicity Director) and Bjorn DeNiese (Communications Director). Their dedication, together with the unwavering steering of the advisory board Ronnie Lahiri, Reema Kagti, Adil Hussain and Leena Yadav, has formed BVFF into the nationwide powerhouse it’s as we speak. This yr, the pageant takes one other thrilling leap with the addition of acclaimed movie professionals Smriti Kiran and Murtaza Ali Khan, bringing recent perception and depth to the pageant’s programming and outreach.

One of many advisors of the pageant, Ronnie Lahiri, mentioned, “As this intimate pageant continues to develop, it’s turn out to be greater than only a vital platform for cinematic dialogue – it’s additionally introduced significant cinema, workshops, and discussions to Northeast India. With the tenth yr approaching, I’m assured the pageant will solidify its place as an unmissable occasion on the movie pageant circuit, particularly with the thrilling introduction of a world section this yr.”

Talking about BVFF, Murtaza Ali Khan expressed, “The Brahmaputra Valley Movie Pageant has turn out to be a vital a part of my annual calendar. What makes BVFF actually particular is its world-class curation of movies, a powerful deal with Northeast India’s cinema and tradition, and the unrivaled heat and hospitality that make it an unforgettable expertise.”

The upcoming version guarantees not simply screenings, however masterclasses, interactive periods, performances, networking evenings and celebratory showcases of each nationwide and worldwide cinema, curated to teach, entertain and elevate the spirit of filmmaking.

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