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Happiness International Film Festival: Delegate and Guest Pass distribution begins

Delegate and Guest pass distribution for the second  Happiness International Film Festival at Taliparamba organized by the Chalachitra Academy, was launched by presenting the first Delegate pass to Actor Arjun Asokan and the first Guest Pass to renowned writer M Mukundan. The passes were handed over by Chalachitra Academy General Council member Pradeep Choli at the event held as part of the f ...

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'Evil does not Exist’ bags Suvarna Chakoram at the 28th IFFK

Ryûsuke Hamaguchi’s 'Evil Does Not Exist' won the Suvarna Chakoram for the Best Film at the 28th IFFK. The Japanese film portrays the aftermath of industrialization in a village. The Uzbekistan film 'Sunday,' about the life of an old couple and directed by Shokir Kholikov, won the Rajatha Chakoram for the Best Director. The Malayalam film 'Thadavu' won the Au ...

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Need to consider Art solely as Art - Krzysztof Zanussi

Polish film and theatre director, producer, and screenwriter Krzysztof Zanussi emphasized that art should be seen solely as art and not as a political tool while speaking in the 28th IFFK's In Conversation session. He added that attempting to combine politics with films is a betrayal of creativity, asserting that political films, when combined with reality, result in distortion. According to h ...

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IFFK Closing Ceremony: Prakash Raj will be the Chief Guest

The 28th edition of IFFK is set to conclude with the grand closing ceremony on December 15, 2023, at Nishagandhi Auditorium at 6 pm. In the closing ceremony, actor Prakash Raj will be the chief guest, and renowned Polish director Krzysztof Zanussi will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Awards for films in the International Competition category, NETPAC, FIPRESCI, and KR Mohanan Endowment will ...

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11 Awards collectively for the Best Films and Directors at IFFK

For IFFK, a total of 11 awards are presented, including the Suvarna Chakoram (Golden Crow Pheasant) Award for the Best Feature Film, the Rajata Chakoram (Silver Crow Pheasant) Award for the Best Debut Director, the Best Director, and the Audience Choice Award. Other awards include the FIPRESCI Award for the Best Competition Film and the Best Debut Malayalam Director, the NETPAC Award for the Best ...

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Cinema, like Maya or Light, reveals only a part of Reality - Pablo César

Argentine Filmmaker Pablo César and Boukary Sawadogo, Associate Professor of Cinema Studies at the City University of New York’s City College, were featured in the "In Conversation" session organized as part of the 28th IFFK on December 13. César discussed his cross-cultural collaboration with Indian director Murali Nair, marking the inaugural Indian-Argentinian co ...

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IFFK Media Awards: Entries may be submitted by 2 pm today

As part of the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala, IFFK recognizes excellence in reporting on the festival across various categories. The awards will be bestowed upon the best individuals and institutions in media, including reporters and camerapersons. Separate categories exist for print, digital, audio, and online media, and entries for each category must be submitted separately. The ...

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Communal issues will surely divide the people- Haobam Paban Kumar

In view of the conflicts in Manipur, the director of 'Joseph’s Son,' Haobam Paban Kumar, stated, 'The place, time, and situation don't matter if there is a communal issue. It will surely split the people into fragments.' He was speaking at the 'Meet the Director' session on Wednesday. Paban Kumar spoke about the current situation in Manipur, connecting with his fi ...

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More women need to engage in the technical sector of Cinema- Shruthi Sharanyam

The Malayali filmmaker Shruthi Sharanyam opined that women are facing a lot of challenges in the film industry. She suggested that if more women enter the technical fields of cinema, fostering a woman-friendly environment could be instrumental in overcoming these obstacles. She was speaking at the 'Master Class' session on 13 December along with IFFK curator Golda Sellam, director Jayan ...

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Audience Poll will close by 2.30pm on 15 December

The audience poll for the popular film at the 28th IFFK will close at 2:30 pm on December 15th. Fourteen films from the competition category have been considered for voting. Delegates can vote for the films via the academy’s official website, mobile application, or SMS. The weblink for voting is registration.iffk.in. To vote via SMS, send a message with the format IFFK <SPACE> ...

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Audience favourites repeat on Thursday and Friday

The final two days of the 28th edition of IFFK promise to be packed with crowd-pulling films. Approximately 82 films are scheduled to be screened, including seven official Oscar entries. Most of these films are showcasing for the third time, adding to the excitement for film enthusiasts. Among the featured films are Tiger Stripes, Perfect Days, About Dry Grasses, The Delinquents, Fallen Leaves, T ...

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Sufi Melodies to fill Manaveeyam Veedhi on Day 6

Manaveeyam Veedhi is all set to immerse in the enchanting strains of Sufi music with 'Ishq Sufiyana,' led by Sufi singer Sijukumar on Thursday evening at 7 pm. As part of the 28th edition of IFFK, Manaveeyam Veedhi has been hosting various bands, captivating the street with musical spirit. Among the bands that have graced Manaveeyam Veedhi as part of the 28th edition of IFFK so far are Rag ...

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Margot Michaud is in love with Anand Ekarshi's 'Attam'

Margot Michaud, Director of Alliance Française de Trivandrum, expressed her admiration for the Malayalam film 'Attam,' directed by Anand Ekarshi, following its screening at Kalabhavan theatre. She remarked that she would wholeheartedly recommend it. Q: What is your take on 'Attam'? A: The film was subtle and thought-provoking. After experiencing it, I believe there is am ...

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Funding and Studio Interference- Young filmmakers’ concerns

The 'Meet the Directors' session, the third in a series held at Tagore Theatre on December 12th, provided young directors with an opportunity to discuss the learning process and funding behind each production. While addressing the mistakes encountered and the subsequent corrections, the panel unanimously agreed that each production served as a learning experience, emphasizing that the goal ...

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Brace yourself for a journey into the heart of terror with 'Tiger Stripes' at Nishagandhi

Amanda Nell Eu's Tiger Stripes, a Malaysian horror film released in 2023, is scheduled for a midnight screening on 13 December at Nishagandhi. The film intricately captures the essence of midnight stories infused with magical realism as it explores the life of Zaffan, an 11-year-old girl, and her journey through the challenges of approaching puberty while experiencing the complexities of small ...

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Abhaya Hiranmayi, Shiyon Saji musical feats at Manaveeyam Veedhi

As part of IFFK musical night at Manaveeyam Veedhi, renowned playback singer Abhaya Hiranmayi and Shiyon Saji will be featured in distinct events on December 13, 2023. The musical night kicks off at 6 pm with Shiyon Saji's Music Live performance, followed by Abhaya Hiranmayi's musical feat with Pickle Jar Music Band commencing at 8 pm. ...

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Witnessing the civil war made me mentally impotent- Prasanna Vithanage

"The accumulating guilt in my mind seeing the civil war had made me mentally impotent. So I chose film making as a medium to showcase my rage. Most of my characters have evolved from these circumstances," reveals Sri Lankan director Prasanna Vithanage.  The director of the movie 'Paradise' spoke at the 'Masterclass' session at Nila Theatre on Tuesday. Vithanage men ...

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28th IFFK: Audience Poll begins today

The audience poll for the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala will be open to delegates from 11 am on December 13, 2023 (Wednesday). The voting will continue until 2:30 pm on December 15, 2023 (Friday). Fourteen films from the International Competition category have been considered for audience poll. Delegates can cast their votes for the films through the academy’s official website, ...

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Our sexual lives are more and more repressed- Kanu Behl

Kanu Behl is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his debut feature film, 'Titli', which was nominated for the Caméra d'Or award at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival and received eight international accolades. He is currently discussing his second film, 'Agra,' which was screened and received much applause at the 28th edition of IFFK. 'Agra,' had alread ...

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Second screening for 'Aatam' on Tuesday

Malayalee filmmaker Anand Ekarshi's debut film 'Aatam' became an instant crowd-puller, capturing the audience's interest right after its first screening at IFFK on Saturday. Featured in the Malayalam Cinema Today category, 'Aatam' presents a completely new visual experience for its audience. The film portrays the story of a theatre group seizing the opportunity for inter ...

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Kerala Film Market, a promising initiative for filmmakers

Kerala Film Market, a very promising initiative for screenwriters, producers, directors, buyers and festival curators, was launched as part of the International Film Festival of Kerala on 11 December 2023. "Kerala Film Market would pave a new way for Malayalam films to reach new heights" said Saji Cherian, the Minister for Culture, while inaugurating the market online. The first editi ...

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IFFK  Media Awards- Last Date 14 December 2023

As part of the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala, IFFK recognizes excellence in reporting on the festival across various categories. The awards will be bestowed upon the best individuals and institutions in media, including reporters and camerapersons. Separate categories exist for print, digital, audio, and online media, and entries for each category must be submitted separately. The ...

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The final screening for 20 films on Day 5

On the 5th Day of IFFK, film aficionados will have the opportunity to enjoy the final screening of 20 captivating films presented as part of the 28th edition of IFFK. The selection includes Radu Jude's much-applauded Oscar entry, ‘Do Not Expect Too Much from the End of the World,’ which delves into issues such as corporate capitalism and workplace exploitation. Additionally, five c ...

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Malayalam Cinema is experiencing only occasional changes, says Open Forum

The Malayalam film industry is merely accepting sporadic alterations; these changes are not director and writer-oriented. Director Santhosh Babusenan pointed out that even though the presentation aspect is varied, there is no significant shift in the content of films. He emphasized the absence of experimental films in Malayalam cinema. Director Anand Ekarshi expressed that he doesn't create ...

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Rodrigo Moreno’s Bank-Heist Movie 'The Delinquents' on Monday

The Argentinian film "The Delinquents," which tells the story of an employee who robs the bank where he works, will premiere on the 4th day of IFFK. Argentina's Oscar Entry, which has won the audience's applaud at the Cannes Film Festival, will be screened in Nila at 8 PM. ...

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Annual Aravindan Memorial Lecture at Nila Theatre 

  The 20th edition of the annual Aravindan Memorial Lecture at IFFK will be held on December 11, 2023, at Nila Theatre, starting at 3 pm. This year's Aravindan commemorative lecture will be delivered by the esteemed Hindi filmmaker and Chairman of the KR Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts, Saeed Akhtar Mirza. The Aravindan Memorial lecture series began in 2003, ina ...

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The Exorcist: The first midnight screening of IFFK

The first midnight screening of the festival will take place at Nishagandhi at 12 midnight on Monday with the screening of the cult classic horror movie "The Exorcist." On day 4, a total of 69 movies will screen across 14 theaters in Thiruvananthapuram, including 26 world movies and four from the International Competition (IC) category. Lila Aviles's "Totem" will be sh ...

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MT, Madhu @ 90 Photo Exhibition: A visual salute to the legends

Illuminating the lives of two cine legends, M.T Vasudevan Nair and Madhavan Nair, widely known as Madhu, IFFK has launched a photo exhibition conducted by the Chalachithra Academy at Tagore Theatre. The lyricist and writer Sreekumaran Thampi delivered the inaugural address, sharing his insights into the lives of MT and Madhu. Having collaborated on 11 films with Madhu, Thampi recalled him as so ...

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Ragavalli Musical at Manaveeyam Veedhi on Monday

Ragavalli, a 16-member music band from Chembai Memorial Government Music College, is all set to bring a unique blend of melodies to enthral Ananthapuri on Monday as part of the cultural programs at the 28th IFFK. Ragavalli started their journey by performing the songs ‘Pazhamthamizh Pattizhayum’ and ‘Oru Murai Vanth Parthaya’ from the popular flick Manichitrathazhu. The ...

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IFFK will pay homage to Innocent, Siddique, Mamukkoya, and Achani Ravi

On Monday, four movies will be screened as a homage to the eminent personalities that Mollywood lost this year: Innocent, Siddique, Mamukkoya, and producer Achani Ravi. Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s Vidheyan (The Servile) will be screened in memory of its producer Achani Ravi, also known as K Ravindranath Nair, who produced most of Adoor's films. Actor Mamukkoya will be remembered with the s ...

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My job is to further propel Malayalam cinema to global spotlight, says curator Golda Sellam

The French film producer and consultant, Golda Sellam, is the first foreigner to hold the position of curator at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK). Despite having only three months to curate films for the world cinema section, Sellam is content with the process and has a clear plan for the task entrusted to her: to further promote Indian cinema, especially Malayalam cinema, to a glo ...

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Each voice needs to be heard in cinema, says Wanuri Kahiu

"Each individual and their space needs to be respected. People with different identities are to be heard, and their voices should be included in global cinema," said Kenyan director Wanuri Kahiu at the open forum held as part of the 28th IFFK at Tagore Theatre on the topic 'Festival in Times of Racism, Genocide, and War'. Filmmakers should ensure that voices from diverse commu ...

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Zanussi’s ‘Kontrakt,’ Jeo Baby's ‘Kaathal-the core,’ among today's screenings

On Day 3, a total of 67 films will be screened, including this year’s recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Krzysztof Zanussi's ‘Kontrakt’ and ‘Obce Ciato.’  Among the 67 movies featured, 11 have earned official entries to the Oscars are 'Four Daughters' (Tunisia), 'The Settlers' (Chile), 'The Monk and The Gun' (Bhutan), ' ...

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IFFK Booking App for Media

Media persons who are unable to complete the IFFK reservation using the Media On Duty Pass can use the 'IFFK Booking App' on the Google Play Store. The app can be downloaded from the link "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.cdit.iffkreservation." ...

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Exclusive KSRTC Swift E-Buses for Delegates

KSRTC has launched two swift e-buses exclusively for delegates to facilitate convenient transportation between IFFK theaters free of cost. State Chalachithra Academy general council member Joby A S inaugurated the flag-off ceremony. KSCA Secretary C Ajoy, KSCA general council member Pradeep Chokli, and other dignitaries were present at the event held in front of Tagore Theatre. Services begin at 8 ...

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Free lunch for student delegates

Chalachitra Academy Secretary C Ajoy inaugurated the distribution of free lunch to student delegates of IFFK. The initiative is introduced as a combined effort of Kerala Film Producers Association and Trivandrum Film Fraternity. The lunch distribution will continue for the remaining festival days from 1 pm to 2 pm at the exhibition stall in Tagore Theater premises. Film Producers Association Secre ...

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Sunday screening includes five competition films

On the third day of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), five films from the international competition category will be showcased. These include the Japanese film 'Evil Does Not Exist,' the Azerbaijani fantasy film 'Sermon to the Birds,' 'Sunday' by Shokir Kholikov, 'Achilles' by Farhad Delaram, and 'Prison in the Andes' by Felipe Carmona. Ry ...

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Adoor inaugurates Mrinal Sen's Exhibition 

Eminent filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan inaugurated Mrinal Sen's exhibition as part of the 28th edition of IFFK at Tagore Theatre premises, commemorating his birth centenary celebrations. The exhibition portrays the works and portraits of Mrinal Sen, an indisputable figure in the history of Indian and world cinema. ...

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TV Chandran releases the N Sasidharan Award Presentation Brochure

On behalf of Payyannur Sahridayakoottam, playwright, literary critic and screenwriter N Sasidharan has been selected for the first comprehensive contribution award. The award, which consists of one lakh rupees, a sculpture designed by Babu Annur, and a certificate of appreciation, will be presented to N. Sasidharan at Payyannur in January 2024 by notable personalities from the literature and film ...

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Adoor Gopalakrishnan to inaugurate Mrinal Sen's Exhibition

  The inauguration of Mrinal Sen's Exhibition, as part of IFFK, is set to take place today. Renowned filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan will be inaugurating the exhibition at 11 PM on Saturday, within the premises of Tagore Theatre. Mrinal Sen, an indisputable figure in the history of Indian and world cinema, will be honored through the display of his portraits and works in this exhibition. ...

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Restored & Remastered Vasthuhara at IFFK

Experience the digitally restored and remastered masterpiece, "Vasthuhara" (1991), at IFFK on December 9th at New Screen 3, showcased under the Restored Classics section. This poignant film, directed by the late G. Aravindan, serves as his final feature, marking a significant moment in cinematic history. Released three months posthumously, it delves into the lives of partition refugee ...

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Anatomy of a fall at Nishagandhi today

Renowned French director and screen writer Justine Triet's compelling courtroom drama, "Anatomy of a Fall," is set to be showcased at the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala in the World Cinema category on December 9. The film, which earned the Palme d’Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival, is one of 62 diverse films scheduled for screening at this year's IFFK. ...

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Kerala Chief Minister inaugurates IFFK, expresses solidarity with Palestinian people

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, inaugurated the 28th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), expressing Kerala's solidarity with the Palestinian people. He emphasized that this festival uniquely strives to stand in solidarity with the struggles of the Palestinian people, making it a rare distinction among film festivals. In his address during the online inauguration, Chie ...

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Day 2 of IFFK to Showcase 66 Films, including 6 Oscar Entries

On Saturday, cinema enthusiasts can look forward to the screening of 66 films directed by renowned filmmakers. The lineup spans across 14 categories, featuring world cinema, masters mind, international competition, Latin American, and animation films scheduled for Saturday. Among the highlights are the Oscar entries from six countries, including the cinematic adaptation of the Nobel Prize-winni ...

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Cultural Affairs Secretary Mini Antony IAS inaugurates IFFK festival office

Cultural Affairs Secretary Mini Antony IAS inaugurates IFFK festival office As part of the 28th edition of IFFK, Mini Antony IAS, Secretary of Cultural Affairs, inaugurated the festival office at Tagore Theatre. Former Minister M Vijayakumar, Chalachitra Academy Chairman Renjith, Vice Chairman Premkumar, Executive Member Sankar Ramakrishnan, Sajitha Madathil, Chalachitra Academy Secretary C Ajo ...

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KSFDC with Kerala Film Market at IFFK

Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) is set to host the Kerala Film Market in collaboration with IFFK. The film market is scheduled to take place from December 11 to 13 at Muscat Hotel, Thiruvananthapuram, with the aim of fortifying the Malayalam film industry. This initiative seeks to provide filmmakers, including debutants, an opportunity to showcase their work to international dire ...

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Cinema opens our eyes to the World- Depicts the Signature Film

The 52-second-long animation, the signature film of the 28th IFFK, was released at Tagore Theatre on 7th December 2023. It intricately portrays the significance of Kerala as the epicenter that encapsulates the essence of cinema. The film unfolds with a plant sprouting out of the earth, signifying new life in the lush green land of Kerala. A crow pheasant, the festival bird of IFFK, flies from t ...

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Marco Bellocchio's Kidnapped marks the first screening of the 28th edition of IFFK

Marking the commencement of the 28th International Film Festival of Kerala, Marco Bellocchio's Kidnapped will be shown as the first movie at the festival. It is an intense historical drama depicting the life of a Jewish boy who is kidnapped and converted to Catholicism in 1858. On the first day, 11 movies from the categories World Film, Latin American Film, Female Gaze, and Masterminds are ...

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Sthree Thaal Tharang is poised to present breathtaking live events at the 28th IFFK

Scheduled to commence at 5 pm on December 8, 2023, the eagerly anticipated IFFK will unfold with the opening ceremony at the Nishagandhi Auditorium in Kanakakkunu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram. Sthree Thaal Tharang, hailing from Bengaluru and led by Sukkanya Ramgopal, will showcase the talent of female artists proficient in playing instruments such as veena, violin, mridangam, morching, gatham, ghata ...

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Mayor Arya Rajendran inaugurates the IFFK delegate cell

The 28th edition of IFFK showcases several films that depict resistance against war and violence that holds a significant relevance in the current scenario," said Thiruvananthapuram city Corporation Mayor Arya Rajendran, while inaugurating the delegate cell. “This is very close to my heart, feels like my second award," remarked Vincy Aloshious, the Best Actress at Kerala State Fil ...

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Seat Reservations for 28th IFFK starts at 8 AM on December 8, 2023

Online booking for seats at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) will commence at 8 AM on Friday. Reservations can be made a day in advance through the https://registration.iffk.in, or the official IFFK app available on the Google Play Store. The seat reservations are not applicable for the Nishagandhi Auditorium. Of the available seats, 70% are allocated for online bookings, while ...

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