The opening ceremony of the India Film Festival (IFF) 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City took place on the evening of March 28 at the Cinestar Hai Bà Trưng cinema complex (District 1).
At the opening ceremony, a representative from the Indian Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City stated that India is one of the largest and most diverse film industries. Over 1,000 films are produced annually in various languages. Each genre offers a unique storytelling style and cultural narrative.
A representative from the Indian Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City at the opening ceremony
Mr. Nguyễn Ngọc Hồi – Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports, reiterated the influence of Indian cinema in Vietnam. “In 2024, Ho Chi Minh City organized its first International Film Festival. In March, the city also submitted its application to join UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network in the field of cinema. We understand that Mumbai, India, has also joined this network. Therefore, this Indian Film Festival is not only an opportunity for cultural and film production exchange but also a chance for the city to learn how to effectively participate in UNESCO’s network,” Mr. Nguyễn Ngọc Hồi remarked.
Mr. Nguyễn Ngọc Hồi – Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports, spoke at the event.
Source of the article: Người Lao Động Newspaper
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