J&K government announces five-member jury for 1st International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar , August 31,2026– IFFJK 2026, the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir, will be held from September 7 to 10, 2026, and the Jammu and Kashmir Government has now announced its five-member jury. The panel features acclaimed filmmakers and cinema professionals Santosh Sivan, Resul Pookutty, Dorothee Wenner, Keiko Bang, and Himansu Sekhar […]
Actor Lalit Parimoo on Kashmir: It’s time for stories of life, art, and identity
Srinagar, November 17,2025: Renowned Kashmiri actor Lalit Parimoo has stressed the urgent need to create space for authentic Kashmir stories that go beyond the long-dominating terror narrative. Speaking at a cultural interaction, Parimoo said the region’s identity must be represented through its people, art, history, and everyday human experiences—not merely conflict. Parimoo noted that while […]
KWFF 5th Edition showcases Kashmir’s cinematic spirit
Srinagar, November 5,2025:Mushtaaque Ali Ahmad Khan, Festival Director of the Kashmir World Film Festival (KWFF), shared insights about the ongoing fifth edition of the festival being held at Tagore Hall, Srinagar, and the preparations for its grand concluding day. Khan said the festival has received an overwhelming response from filmmakers, artists, and cinema lovers, reflecting […]
Masterclasses and screenings highlight day 2 of Kashmir World Film Festival
Srinagar, November 3 , 2025: The second day of the Kashmir World Film Festival (KWFF) continued to draw film enthusiasts, students, and professionals as a series of masterclasses and film screenings captivated audiences at the Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The festival, which celebrates the art of cinema and storytelling, witnessed a vibrant turnout on Day 2, […]
Beyond beauty and conflict: How cinema from Barsaat to Haider redefined Kashmir’s soul
Srinagar, November 1,2025: From the snow-clad romance of Barsaat to the haunting realism of Haider and the soul-stirring visuals of Songs of Paradise, Kashmir’s cinematic journey mirrors its ongoing search for identity beyond the binaries of serenity and strife. For decades, the Kashmir Valley has served as both muse and metaphor for filmmakers across generations. […]