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Bollywood Stars Kick Off New Zealand Indian Film Fest
22 May
Summary
- Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal will launch New Zealand's first Indian Film Festival.
- TIFFNZ is scheduled to debut in October 2026 across multiple cities.
- The festival aims to celebrate Indian cinema and foster cultural collaboration.
New Zealand is set to host its first Indian Film Festival, TIFFNZ, with actors Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal attending its official launch on June 2, 2026. The festival's inaugural edition is scheduled for October 2026 across Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
Founded by Petrina D'Rozario, TIFFNZ aims to celebrate Indian cinema and promote cultural exchange. The four-day event will feature film screenings, workshops, and industry conversations designed to connect filmmakers and audiences from India and New Zealand.
The festival plans to showcase approximately 30 films, including features and shorts, highlighting the diversity of Indian cinema and South Asian voices in New Zealand. The launch event underscores the growing production ambitions of Chadha and Fazal, whose film 'Girls Will Be Girls' will have a special screening.
