Prime Video is all set to dazzle the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) with an exceptional showcase of original premieres, live performances, and insightful panel discussions.
Demonstrating its commitment to storytelling and India’s creative economy, the platform’s diverse programming blends entertainment with professional insights, the streamer said in a statement.
Prime Video’s IFFI 2024 line-up includes the following:
1. World Premiere: ‘The Rana Daggubati Show’, November 21
Prime Video will debut the first episode of this unscripted Telugu Original series, hosted by Rana Daggubati. Known for unfiltered conversations and celebrity revelations, the show features prominent guests like Dulquer Salmaan, Naga Chaitanya, S.S. Rajamouli, and Ram Gopal Varma.
2. Asia Premiere: ‘The Mehta Boys’, November 25
Making its Asia debut, The Mehta Boys is a deeply emotional drama exploring a father-son relationship during challenging times. The film, which earned the Best Feature Film award at the Chicago South Asian Film Festival, marks Boman Irani’s directorial debut.
3. ‘Bandish Bandits’ S2 Performance at the closing ceremony, November 28
Prime Video will celebrate India’s musical diversity with a live Jugalbandi performance by the team of ‘Bandish Bandits’ S2.
4. Panel Discussion: Greenlighting Your Project, November 22
Prime Video’s Manish Menghani will join industry stalwarts like Jyoti Deshpande, Nikhil Advani, and Shobha Sant in a panel moderated by filmmaker Richie Mehta. The discussion will offer insights into project greenlighting and content development strategies.
5. Knowledge Series Participation
Prime Video’s Shilangi Mukherji will address audiences at NFDC’s Film Bazaar, reflecting the platform’s support for India’s burgeoning creative landscape.
With a blend of exclusive content and industry insights, Prime Video’s consistent participation at IFFI reaffirms its role in shaping India’s cinematic narrative. As the festival unfolds, viewers and creators alike will gain unique opportunities to celebrate and explore storytelling at its finest.