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Prakash Raj Leads Bengaluru Film Fest: A Global Cinema Feast
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Bengaluru International Film Festival runs Jan 29 to Feb 6.
- Women's empowerment is the central theme for this year's festival.
- Over 200 films from 60 countries will be screened across multiple venues.
The 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) is scheduled to take place from January 29 to February 6, celebrating global and Indian cinema. Senior actor, director, and producer Prakash Raj has been appointed as the brand ambassador for this prestigious event. The festival's core theme for this edition will be women's empowerment, reflecting a commitment to diverse narratives and voices.
BIFFes will feature an extensive selection of over 200 films hailing from 60 different countries, with more than 400 screenings planned. These cinematic offerings will be shown across multiple venues, including Cinepolis at Lulu Mall and other key locations like Dr. Rajkumar Bhavana. The festival will present acclaimed works previously showcased at international festivals such as Cannes, Berlin, and Toronto, alongside films shortlisted for the Academy Awards.
In addition to film screenings, BIFFes will include special segments like a retrospective of Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda and a series on African cinema history. A photography exhibition tracing the 91-year history of Kannada cinema will also be organized. A grant of Rs 7 crore has been allocated for the festival, culminating in an awards ceremony for best films and lifetime achievement.
