Key Points

The Himachal International Film and Art Festival wrapped up with massive participation and praise from actor Raghuveer Yadav. Over 5,000 attendees enjoyed 50 films and creative workshops in the scenic Devlok area. Yadav highlighted the festival’s unique focus on education beyond just screenings. Organisers aim to expand HiFAF across Himachal Pradesh, starting with Mandi and Kullu districts.

Key Points: Raghuveer Yadav Praises Himachal Film Festival Amid Nature

  • 5,000 attendees joined HiFAF in Kullu’s Devlok
  • 50 films screened with art workshops for 500 kids
  • Organisers plan to expand to all Himachal districts
  • Raghuveer Yadav highlights festival’s unique blend of nature and learning
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Himachal International Film and Art Festival wraps up with enthusiasm

Actor Raghuveer Yadav calls HiFAF unforgettable as 5,000 attendees enjoy films and workshops in Kullu’s scenic Devlok.

"This festival in nature’s lap is unforgettable—it goes beyond films to educate on art and production. – Raghuveer Yadav"

Manali, June 15

The three-day Himachal International Film and Art Festival (HiFAF), held at Devlok, 15 miles from Kullu district, concluded on Sunday. Five thousand people participated in the festival, including locals as well as people from Himachal and other states.

As per the press release of Himachal International Film and Art Festival, fifty films were shown for three days, and workshops on mud sculpting, fashion design, modelling, dance, acting, and film-making were organised for school children, youths, and others. Five hundred children from schools participated in these workshops. The festival concluded on Sunday with sweet memories.

Actor Raghuveer Yadav said this festival will establish new dimensions. On the occasion of closing, film Raghuveer shared his three-day experience.

He shared that he has seen many film festivals, but this one held in the lap of nature is unforgettable in itself. This is an event where formality has not been fulfilled by just showing films; people have been given important information about film production, music, art, and other types, which is generally not seen in any film festival. He said that in the future, this film festival will establish new dimensions, as per the press release.

Organisers Raja Singh Malhotra and Anurag Vashisht thanked all the people who came to participate in the event for the successful event. He said that this is an effort being made to give a new identity to Himachal Pradesh, which is moving towards its success. We have planned to organise it in every district of Himachal. It started in Mandi district, and the second event was organised in Devlok of Kullu district. Soon, the place and time of the third event will be released.

On the third day of the film festival, under the shade of the tree, Vidar Joshi, Nitin Baid, Nishi Dugar, Yuki Ilyas, Kush Patel, Varun Tandon, Rushi Sharma, and Madoshi Nath shared their experiences with the school children and visitors present and answered their questions. The films shown mainly included Flower in Foglight, Delhi Dark, Nocturnus, Bob's Funeral, Sunflower, Bunnyhood, Lovely and Tip Top, Monsoon Walk, And the Sun Said, Washing Machine and Suraj Ka Saatvaan Ghada, as shared in the press release

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Priya K.
What a wonderful initiative! Himachal's natural beauty makes it the perfect backdrop for an art festival. Hope they expand to Shimla next year - our hill stations deserve more cultural events like this. The workshops for school children are especially commendable. 👏
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Rahul S.
Attended this with my family from Chandigarh. The mix of films and nature was magical! But organizers should improve food arrangements - limited options for vegetarians. Otherwise, superb event that puts Himachal on the cultural map.
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Anjali M.
As a film student from Mumbai, I'm thrilled to see such festivals emerging beyond metro cities. The focus on regional cinema and hands-on workshops is refreshing. Raghuveer Yadav's presence added star power! Hope they maintain this quality when expanding to other districts.
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Vikram J.
Great effort but needs better promotion. Many locals in Kullu didn't know about it until last moment. Also, why only English film names mentioned in report? Should highlight regional language films too. Still, bahut badhiya initiative for hill state!
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Neha T.
The concept of "under the shade of tree" sessions is so Himachali! ♥️ This is exactly how we should be promoting sustainable tourism - combining art with nature. My kids loved the mud sculpting workshop. More power to the organizers!
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Sanjay P.
While I appreciate the cultural initiative, I hope they're being mindful of environmental impact. Himachal's ecology is fragile - 5000 visitors means lot of waste. Next time please share details about eco-friendly measures taken. Art and environment must go hand in hand.

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