The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), to be held in Goa.
Gowariker is an acclaimed filmmaker with a distinguished contribution to Indian cinema. He is best known for directing critically acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Lagaan, which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, as well as Swades and Jodhaa Akbar. His work is often noted for its strong storytelling, historical depth, and exploration of social themes.
Expressing his views on the appointment, Gowariker said, тАЬIt gives me immense pride and joy to serve as the Festival Director for the prestigious 57th International Film Festival of India, Goa. I feel privileged to have witnessed the evolution of this festival. From attending it in 1984 to continuing my association over the years, right up to 2024, when I served as the Jury President for International Cinema.тАЭ
He further added, тАЬTo carry forward the legacy that has been created, nurtured, and expanded over the decades since 1952 by innumerable festival teams, is a great honour, accompanied by a renewed sense of responsibility. I look forward to working closely with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and the Government of Goa.тАЭ
The International Film Festival of India, established in 1952, is one of AsiaтАЩs premier film festivals and serves as a significant platform for showcasing excellence in global cinema while promoting cultural exchange.
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