Two iconic actors, Khushboo Sundar and Suhasini Maniratnam, will share their professional wisdom by focusing on the creative chemistry and intensity required for powerful screen acting, exploring the subtle dynamics of performances. This session delves into the unspoken bonds and fierce commitment behind cinematic excellence. It offers aspiring artists an invaluable look into the techniques and collaborative spirit of veteran actors discussing their journeys and experiences in cinema.
The Festival Director's Conversation focuses on how film festivals are adapting to the modern media environment, specifically examining the dual role of digital technology as both a challenge and an opportunity for expanding storytelling possibilities and audience engagement. They will discuss the role of festivals in preserving cinema as an art form, acting as vital platforms for cultural exchange, amplifying diverse narratives, and implementing strategies to effectively reach and connect with global audiences.
Adishakti, under the guidance of guru Veenapani Chawla and Vinayakumar , has evolved a purely physical craft for the stimulation of emotion and psychological expression. As breath is the physical expression of thought and emotion, it implies that each emotion is governed by certain patterns of breath in the human body. Inspired by ancient knowledge systems such as ayurvedic practices to koodiyattam performances, Neurobiology to mathematics, circadian clock to space and time, this session aims to introduce the anatomy of human emotion in life and in performances.
This session is a heartfelt annual tribute to the Nightingale of India, Lata Mangeshkar. This year's session is a cross-cultural musical dialogue between Vishal Bhardwaj and B. Ajaneesh Loknath, exploring the vast musicalscape of India. By indulging into the influences of Hindustani, Carnatic, Folk, Pop and Indi music which expanded from the Himalayas to the Deccan. The renowned composers mesmerise the audience through their journey from 'Theek Nahi Lagta' to 'Kantara' explaining the soulful unison of music.
This Masterclass details the process of harnessing personal experience and emotional truth to create authentic, compelling on-screen performances. The discussion offers practical tips on voice, body language, and scene work, bridging the gap between acting discipline and film requirements.
This Workshop offers an intensive dive into the art and technical process of post-production, guiding how to seamlessly translate a director's raw vision into a polished and compelling final cut. This session focuses equally on the technical mastery of software and the creative principles behind visual storytelling, including the psychology of rhythm, pacing, and using advanced non-linear techniques to build emotional arcs and narrative meaning.
This topic examines how film restoration redefines cinematic history and cultural heritage of India. Using the 8K restoration of Peter Brook's 1989 film, The Mahabharata, as a case study, it explores the technical, legal, and artistic challenges of bringing archival work back to contemporary audiences. The speaker views the ancient epic's themes as tragically relevant to the modern world, especially its profound messages about conflict, morality, and the value of the Earth. The discussion analyzes the film's renewed relevance in a global context and how restoration ensures the preservation and reinterpretation of epic narratives for future generations.
This session is dedicated to mastering the art of visual capture by adjusting the technicality of camera operation, building the impact of the image. This session focuses on how cinematographers effectively craft emotion by intentionally manipulating core visual elements like lighting, color, composition, and lens choice. Participants get an opportunity to learn how to make every single frame as a narrative tool, ensuring the visual style supports and amplifies the intended mood, character perspective, and thematic message of the film.
The role of AI vs human emotion and creativity in filmmaking's future will be the intention of this session. It delves into how cinema's core humanity resists algorithmic content automation. Join the session to discover the challenges and opportunities for storytellers in an increasingly AI-driven media landscape, the discussion on preserving the soul of cinema against technological shifts.
How costume design not only visually builds a character's physical and emotional world but also shapes his/her transformation through the narrative. The discussion analyzes the deliberate and meticulous choices designers make that empower the storytelling!
This discussion seeks to define the modern function of a film critic in an age of instant reviews and user-generated content. It will explore whether the critic remains a Gate Keeper for quality, or a simple Influencer driving public consumption, or if their true value lies in a different capacity. The discussion aims to reposition the critic's value, focusing on their ability to foster deeper audience engagement and critical thinking.
VFX maestro Pete Draper delivers a deep dive into the entire visual effects pipeline, from pre-production to post-production. Behind the secrets of on-set planning and execution, the speaker is the brainiac behind global blockbusters like Baahubali, RRR, and Eega. This session will be filled with lessons from over 25 years of industry experience on Indian and International films.
This topic analyses the emerging new wave of filmmakers from Indian film schools, particularly those from the Northeast region. It examines how these institutions serve as a crucible for unique voices, bringing fresh perspectives and narratives to Indian cinema. The discussion focuses on the impact and rise to prominence of these directors on the Indian cinematic landscape.
Two iconic actors, Khushboo Sundar and Suhasini Maniratnam, will share their professional wisdom by focusing on the creative chemistry and intensity required for powerful screen acting, exploring the subtle dynamics of performances. This session delves into the unspoken bonds and fierce commitment behind cinematic excellence. It offers aspiring artists an invaluable look into the techniques and collaborative spirit of veteran actors discussing their journeys and experiences in cinema.
The Festival Director's Conversation focuses on how film festivals are adapting to the modern media environment, specifically examining the dual role of digital technology as both a challenge and an opportunity for expanding storytelling possibilities and audience engagement. They will discuss the role of festivals in preserving cinema as an art form, acting as vital platforms for cultural exchange, amplifying diverse narratives, and implementing strategies to effectively reach and connect with global audiences.
Adishakti, under the guidance of guru Veenapani Chawla and Vinayakumar , has evolved a purely physical craft for the stimulation of emotion and psychological expression. As breath is the physical expression of thought and emotion, it implies that each emotion is governed by certain patterns of breath in the human body. Inspired by ancient knowledge systems such as ayurvedic practices to koodiyattam performances, Neurobiology to mathematics, circadian clock to space and time, this session aims to introduce the anatomy of human emotion in life and in performances.
This session is a heartfelt annual tribute to the Nightingale of India, Lata Mangeshkar. This year's session is a cross-cultural musical dialogue between Vishal Bhardwaj and B. Ajaneesh Loknath, exploring the vast musicalscape of India. By indulging into the influences of Hindustani, Carnatic, Folk, Pop and Indi music which expanded from the Himalayas to the Deccan. The renowned composers mesmerise the audience through their journey from 'Theek Nahi Lagta' to 'Kantara' explaining the soulful unison of music.
This Masterclass details the process of harnessing personal experience and emotional truth to create authentic, compelling on-screen performances. The discussion offers practical tips on voice, body language, and scene work, bridging the gap between acting discipline and film requirements.
This Workshop offers an intensive dive into the art and technical process of post-production, guiding how to seamlessly translate a director's raw vision into a polished and compelling final cut. This session focuses equally on the technical mastery of software and the creative principles behind visual storytelling, including the psychology of rhythm, pacing, and using advanced non-linear techniques to build emotional arcs and narrative meaning.
This topic examines how film restoration redefines cinematic history and cultural heritage of India. Using the 8K restoration of Peter Brook's 1989 film, The Mahabharata, as a case study, it explores the technical, legal, and artistic challenges of bringing archival work back to contemporary audiences. The speaker views the ancient epic's themes as tragically relevant to the modern world, especially its profound messages about conflict, morality, and the value of the Earth. The discussion analyzes the film's renewed relevance in a global context and how restoration ensures the preservation and reinterpretation of epic narratives for future generations.
This session is dedicated to mastering the art of visual capture by adjusting the technicality of camera operation, building the impact of the image. This session focuses on how cinematographers effectively craft emotion by intentionally manipulating core visual elements like lighting, color, composition, and lens choice. Participants get an opportunity to learn how to make every single frame as a narrative tool, ensuring the visual style supports and amplifies the intended mood, character perspective, and thematic message of the film.
The role of AI vs human emotion and creativity in filmmaking's future will be the intention of this session. It delves into how cinema's core humanity resists algorithmic content automation. Join the session to discover the challenges and opportunities for storytellers in an increasingly AI-driven media landscape, the discussion on preserving the soul of cinema against technological shifts.
How costume design not only visually builds a character's physical and emotional world but also shapes his/her transformation through the narrative. The discussion analyzes the deliberate and meticulous choices designers make that empower the storytelling!
This discussion seeks to define the modern function of a film critic in an age of instant reviews and user-generated content. It will explore whether the critic remains a Gate Keeper for quality, or a simple Influencer driving public consumption, or if their true value lies in a different capacity. The discussion aims to reposition the critic's value, focusing on their ability to foster deeper audience engagement and critical thinking.
VFX maestro Pete Draper delivers a deep dive into the entire visual effects pipeline, from pre-production to post-production. Behind the secrets of on-set planning and execution, the speaker is the brainiac behind global blockbusters like Baahubali, RRR, and Eega. This session will be filled with lessons from over 25 years of industry experience on Indian and International films.
This topic analyses the emerging new wave of filmmakers from Indian film schools, particularly those from the Northeast region. It examines how these institutions serve as a crucible for unique voices, bringing fresh perspectives and narratives to Indian cinema. The discussion focuses on the impact and rise to prominence of these directors on the Indian cinematic landscape.
