LTIMindtree, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has joined hands with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, to launch India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. The event will take place from 20 to 28 November 2025, during the 56th edition of IFFI in Goa.
Since its inception in 1952, IFFI has served as a global platform celebrating cinematic excellence. Organised by the NFDC, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and the Entertainment Society of Goa, the festival showcases some of the finest films from India and around the world, encouraging creative exchange among filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals.
Through this collaboration, LTIMindtree’s BlueVerse CraftStudio and NFDC aim to create a unique platform at the intersection of cinema and emerging technologies. The AI Film Festival and Hackathon will allow filmmakers, technologists, and innovators to explore AI-powered storytelling tools and demonstrate how technology can shape the future of cinematic expression. The initiative reinforces IFFI’s mission to embrace technology while nurturing creativity and positions India as a leader in AI-driven cinematic innovation.
Festival Director and Jury Chair of the IFFI AI Film Festival, Shekhar Kapur, said: “Cinema has always reflected the power of human imagination. Today, AI gives us a new lens that expands our ability to dream, design, and express. The IFFI AI Film Festival will be a playground for that evolution.”
Dr Sujay Sen, Executive Vice President and Global Head of Interactive Services at LTIMindtree, added: “At LTIMindtree, we believe the future of storytelling lies at the confluence of human creativity and AI. Through this collaboration, we are proud to create a platform that nurtures innovation and brings the magic of AI to India’s creative economy.”
Shri Prakash Magdum, Managing Director of NFDC, said: “As India’s leading platform for cinematic excellence, IFFI has always celebrated emerging voices and technologies. Partnering with LTIMindtree and Shekhar Kapur allows us to extend this creative legacy into the world of AI responsibly, inclusively, and with a vision for global collaboration.”
Festival Highlights
• AI Film Showcase: Screening of AI-generated films across fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental genres.
• 48-Hour Hackathon: A challenge for creators and developers to build AI-driven storytelling tools.
• Workshops and Masterclasses: Sessions on AI in film production, ethical storytelling, and creative technology.
• Global Collaboration: Participation from international AI film festivals with cross-credit recognition for creators and innovators.
Also read: Viksit Workforce for a Viksit Bharat
Do Follow: The Mainstream formerly known as CIO News LinkedIn Account | The Mainstream formerly known as CIO News Facebook | The Mainstream formerly known as CIO News Youtube | The Mainstream formerly known as CIO News Twitter
About us:
The Mainstream formerly known as CIO News is a premier platform dedicated to delivering latest news, updates, and insights from the tech industry. With its strong foundation of intellectual property and thought leadership, the platform is well-positioned to stay ahead of the curve and lead conversations about how technology shapes our world. From its early days as CIO News to its rebranding as The Mainstream on November 28, 2024, it has been expanding its global reach, targeting key markets in the Middle East & Africa, ASEAN, the USA, and the UK. The Mainstream is a vision to put technology at the center of every conversation, inspiring professionals and organizations to embrace the future of tech.
