"Festivals are a great place to meet people...": Anupam Kher lauds Indore International Film Festival
Indore, April 20
Actor Anupam Kher attended the Indore International Film Festival on Monday, where he spoke about the importance of film festivals and shared his happiness over the response to his film 'Tanvi The Great' at the event.
Speaking to ANI, the veteran actor said film festivals help bring people together and give cities an important cultural platform. He also said Indore is the right place to host such an event.
"Festivals are a great place to meet people, cultural exchange, and give a prestigious platform to a city. Indore is the correct place for this... My film 'Tanvi- The Great' recieved a great reception here today..."
The Indore International Film Festival, also known as IIFF, started in 2015 in the central Indian city of Indore. The festival honours filmmakers and creative talent, including producers, directors, writers, actors, cinematographers and short film creators.
IIFF was created to celebrate the art of filmmaking, with a strong focus on short films. Organisers say short films encourage creativity, independence and fresh storytelling ideas.
Anupam Kher has been one of the most loved actors in Indian cinema for over four decades. He made his debut with Saaransh in 1984 and has worked in more than 500 films. Over the years, he has delivered many memorable performances across different genres.
On the professional front, the 'Tanvi The Great' star will next be seen in 'Khosla Ka Ghosla 2,' the sequel to the beloved 2006 film directed by Dibakar Banerjee. The original film remains a fan favourite for its relatable storytelling and memorable performances. Kher also has other projects lined up, including the upcoming film 'Fauzi', starring Prabhas.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great to see focus on short films. They are the real breeding ground for new talent and stories that big studios often ignore. Hope this encourages more young filmmakers from smaller towns.
Anupam Kher is a legend, no doubt. But sometimes I feel these festivals become too star-focused. The article mentions honouring writers, cinematographers etc. – I hope the spotlight is truly shared with all the creative people behind the camera too.
This is wonderful! Cultural exchange through film is so important. As someone who loves Indian cinema, it's great to see platforms that might introduce regional stories to international audiences. More power to IIFF!
Khosla Ka Ghosla 2! That's the real news for me here. The first one was a masterpiece of middle-class Delhi life. If Anupam sir is involved, expectations are sky-high. Hope they don't ruin the legacy.
Good initiative, but are these festivals accessible to the common public or just for industry insiders? Ticket prices should be reasonable so that real film lovers from the city can also benefit from this "cultural platform".
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