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India Film Festival of Alberta 2025

Friday, September 5th - Sunday, September 28th

India Film Festival of Alberta 2025 Shines Spotlight on Northeast India
The provincial in-person celebration of Indian Cinema returns for the 11th edition of the festival

The 11th edition of the India Film Festival of Alberta (IFFA) returns this September with its most ambitious program yet – 12+ films, exclusive premieres, cultural performances, and workshops. Festival highlights include a landmark special event headlined by an icon of Indian cinema and an exclusive acting workshop with a globally acclaimed star, making this year’s edition a must-attend celebration for film lovers.

This year, IFFA shines an unprecedented spotlight on Northeast India and its eight vibrant States — Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, and Sikkim.

Presented by the Edmonton Movie Club, the travelling film festival will take place in Edmonton, Calgary, and Sherwood Park over three weekends this September. With a special showcase on Northeast Indian Cinema, this year’s festival will celebrate and unite the Northeast communities through the arts, featuring filmmakers and celebrities alongside local Indigenous traditions.

IFFA 2025 Festival Tour Highlights:
Edmonton – September 5-7, 2025: Film premieres, Q&As, and red carpet celebrations featuring Northeast Indian cinema and special guests at Citadel Theatre (Zideler Hall), Millwoods Seniors Centre Hall, Metro Cinema, and Closing Night Celebrations at Winspear Centre.
Calgary – September 12-14, 2025: Screenings and exclusive appearances, including a special event with SCAM 1992 star Pratik Gandhi at Globe Cinema.
Sherwood Park – September 27-28, 2025: A vibrant community celebration featuring DanceFest, cultural performances, art displays, film screenings, and diverse culinary experiences at The Pointe Agricultural Event Centre.

Explore the full program now at www.indiafilmfestival.ca.

Details

Start:
Friday, September 5th
End:
Sunday, September 28th
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Website:
https://2025.indiafilmfestival.ca/

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