57th IFFI to Showcase Global Cinema in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2026

The 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will bring together filmmakers, cinema enthusiasts and creative voices from across the world in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2026, under the theme ‘Stories Without Borders’.

57th International Film Festival of India
- The 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will take place in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2026.
- The festival will bring together filmmakers, cinema enthusiasts and creative professionals from across the world.
- The theme for IFFI 2026 is ‘Stories Without Borders’.
- The festival will celebrate Indian and international cinema through diverse films and creative exchanges.

Curtain Raiser Press Conference
- A curtain raiser press conference will be held on 13 November 2026.
- Venue: Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, Goa.
- The event will unveil:
- Major festival attractions.
- Key programmes and highlights.
- Special cinematic experiences.
- Important activities planned for IFFI 2026.

Goa Chief Minister to Grace the Event
- Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant will grace the curtain raiser press conference.
- Smt. Delilah Lobo, Vice Chairperson, Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), will also attend.

Key Dignitaries and Officials
The press conference will be attended by:
- Shri Chanchal Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
- Shri G. Krishnakumar, Chairperson, National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).
- Shri Dhiraj Singh, Managing Director, NFDC.
- Shri Ashutosh Gowariker, Festival Director, IFFI 2026.
- Chairpersons of the Festival Jury.

Global Cinema and Diverse Film Programme
- IFFI 2026 will feature an expansive and diverse programme celebrating Indian and international cinema.
- The festival will provide a platform for filmmakers and creative professionals from different countries.
- Audiences will experience a wide range of cinematic stories, cultures and creative perspectives.
- The event will encourage international collaboration and creative exchanges.

Theme: ‘Stories Without Borders’
- The theme highlights cinema's ability to transcend geographical and cultural boundaries.
- It celebrates storytelling as a universal medium connecting people.
- The festival will showcase diverse human experiences through Indian and international films.
- It aims to strengthen cultural understanding through the language of cinema.

. Festival's Significance
- IFFI continues to strengthen India's position on the global film festival circuit.
- The 57th edition will provide opportunities for filmmakers, industry professionals and cinema enthusiasts to connect.
- Goa will once again serve as an international meeting point for cinema and creative talent.