IFFI 2024 Celebrates New Talent with Debut Director Award

4 November 2024:- The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is set to highlight new talent with a special award for the Best Debut Director of an Indian Feature Film. This new category aims to showcase first-time directors who bring fresh ideas and stories to the big screen. The festival will take place from November 20-28, 2024.

Top 5 Films Competing for the Award

1. Boong – Director: Lakshmipriya Devi | Language: ManipuriA powerful story from Manipur, blending tradition with modern life.

2. Gharat Ganpati – Director: Navjyot Bandiwadekar | Language: MarathiA heartfelt film about family and cultural roots in Maharashtra.

3. Mikka Bannada Hakki (Bird of a Different Feather) – Director: Manohara K | Language: KannadaA creative tale of resilience symbolized through an unusual bird.

4. Razakar (Silent Genocide of Hyderabad) – Director: Yata Satyanarayana | Language: TeluguA historical drama that reveals a lesser-known chapter in Hyderabad’s history.

5. Thanupp (The Cold) – Director: Ragesh Narayanan | Language: MalayalamA gripping story exploring survival and human nature.

Award Presentation

These films were selected from 117 entries by a panel of experts. The winner will be announced at the Closing Ceremony on November 28, 2024.

A Platform for New Voices

IFFI is known for promoting Indian cinema on the global stage. By celebrating debut directors, the festival hopes to encourage fresh ideas and help new filmmakers reach wider audiences.