India Showcases Global Ambition with WAVES Bazaar Pavilion at Busan Film Festival 2025

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Busan, South Korea –September 20,2025

India strengthened its global creative footprint at the Busan Film Festival 2025 with the inauguration of the WAVES Bazaar Pavilion, a dedicated space designed to connect Indian creators with international markets. Dignitaries at the event emphasized India’s growing influence in the global content economy and the pavilion’s role as a bridge between Indian storytelling and global audiences.

The WAVES Bazaar Pavilion serves as a dynamic platform for showcasing Indian films, digital content, and original stories to international buyers and distributors. It will also host B2B meetings between Indian and foreign producers, distributors, and content platforms, fostering new collaborations in global entertainment.

A major highlight of the pavilion is its focus on emerging creative industries such as animation, VFX, gaming, and immersive storytelling, aligning with India’s ambition to lead in new-age media innovation.

“WAVES Bazaar embodies India’s creative vision and its commitment to global collaboration,” noted one of the dignitaries at the Busan Film Festival.

The launch marks a significant milestone in India’s active participation in international film markets, further strengthening its position as a global hub for creativity, innovation, and cultural exchange.

Women in Film India Partners with I&B Ministry & NFDC to Spotlight Six Women-Led Projects at Toronto International Film Festival 2025

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In a groundbreaking move to elevate women’s voices in cinema, Women in Film (WIF) India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting’s WAVES Film Bazaar and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), will select six women-led Indian film projects to be showcased at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025.

The initiative, titled #WIFIndiaAtTIFF, reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of empowering women through creativity and entrepreneurship. Led by Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor, WIF India is calling for entries from filmmakers across India — each project must feature at least one woman in a key creative role.

“This is not just a delegation, it’s a declaration — Indian women in film are owning the global stage,” said Guneet Monga Kapoor, Founder of WIF India.

Selected filmmakers will gain access to TIFF 2025, mentorship from industry experts, and opportunities to network with international producers, distributors, and festival curators.

Entries are open until August 20, 2025, via the official WIF India website. The chosen six projects will represent India’s diverse storytelling spirit at TIFF 2025, running from September 4–14, 2025, marking a historic moment for women in Indian cinema.

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Cannes 2025: Bharat Pavilion Inaugurated in Presence of Shekhar Kapur and Anupam Kher, Showcasing India’s Global Creative Strength

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Cannes, France – May 15, 2025

The Bharat Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 was inaugurated today in a grand ceremony attended by acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and veteran actor Anupam Kher, marking India’s dynamic presence on the global cinematic stage. The pavilion, organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, serves as India’s official platform to showcase its film, content, and creative industries to the world.

During the inauguration, the dignitaries highlighted India’s growing role as a global hub for film production, storytelling, and creative innovation. The Bharat Pavilion will host industry networking sessions, film showcases, and co-production meetings, connecting Indian filmmakers with global producers, studios, and investors.

“India’s stories are now reaching global audiences like never before. The Bharat Pavilion at Cannes celebrates that creative spirit,” said Shekhar Kapur.

The initiative reflects the Indian government’s vision to strengthen international partnerships and boost exports of Indian films, OTT content, and digital media. With powerful representation at Cannes 2025, India continues to cement its position as a rising powerhouse in global cinema and creative collaboration.

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