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IFFI 2025 Makes History: India's First AI Film Festival and Hackathon

IFFI 2025 is breaking new ground by launching India's first AI Film Festival and Hackathon. The event will showcase AI-generated films across various genres including fiction and documentary. A 48-hour hackathon will challenge developers to create innovative AI film tools. Workshops will explore both the creative possibilities and ethical considerations of using AI in storytelling.

Key Points: IFFI 2025 Launches India's First AI Film Festival in Goa

  • India's first AI Film Festival running from November 20-28 in Goa
  • Features AI-generated films across fiction, documentary and animation genres
  • Includes 48-hour hackathon for developers and storytellers
  • Workshops on AI ethics in filmmaking and production techniques
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IFFI 2025 to feature country first AI film festival and hackathon

IFFI 2025 introduces India's first AI Film Festival and Hackathon in Goa, featuring AI-generated films, workshops, and tech collaborations with LTIMindtree.

"Cinema has always reflected the power of human imagination. Today, AI gives us a new lens that expands our ability to dream, design, and express. - Shekhar Kapur"

Goa, November 3

The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will launch the country's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon in Goa.

The event, which will run from November 20 to 28, will be organised in partnership with LTIMindtree and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

According to a press release, the initiative aims to explore how AI can change filmmaking and storytelling. It will bring together filmmakers, creators, and tech experts to experiment with AI-driven tools and ideas.

Festival Director Shekhar Kapur, who will also head the jury of the AI Film Festival, said the event is about expanding creativity through technology.

"Cinema has always reflected the power of human imagination. Today, AI gives us a new lens that expands our ability to dream, design, and express. The IFFI AI Film Festival will be a playground for that evolution," Shekhar said, as per a release.

Executive Vice President and Global Head of Interactive Services at LTIMindtree, Sujay Sen, said the collaboration aims to support creativity in the age of technology.

"At LTIMindtree, we believe the future of storytelling lies at the confluence of human creativity and AI. Through this collaboration, we are proud to create a platform that nurtures innovation and brings the magic of AI to India's creative economy," said Sen.

The AI Film Festival will include a showcase of AI-generated films across different genres such as fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental cinema. A 48-hour hackathon will also be held for developers and storytellers to create new AI-based film tools.

Workshops and masterclasses will focus on topics like the use of AI in film production and the ethics of technology in storytelling. The organisers also plan to collaborate with international AI film festivals to encourage global partnerships and give recognition to new creators.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the innovation, I hope this doesn't replace human creativity and our traditional filmmaking methods. Indian cinema has such rich cultural stories that need human touch.
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Arjun K
Great to see India taking the lead in AI and entertainment! The hackathon sounds perfect for young developers like me from Bangalore. Already planning to participate! 💻
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Sarah B
As someone working in the tech industry in India, I'm thrilled to see this collaboration between LTIMindtree and NFDC. This could create amazing opportunities for Indian talent globally.
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Vikram M
The ethics workshop is much needed. We should discuss how AI might affect employment in our film industry, especially for technicians and junior artists. Progress should be inclusive.
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Kavya N
Goa is the perfect location for this! 🏖️ The creative atmosphere combined with technology innovation - what a brilliant combination. Hope they make the workshops accessible online too for those who can't travel.

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