Meghalaya, a northeastern state of India, is soon to host its first-ever international film festival, the Meghalaya International Film Festival. Commander Shangpliang, the president of the Meghalaya Filmmakers' Association, announced the festival at a grand event in Mumbai, where prominent personalities from the film industry were in attendance. The event aimed to encourage filmmakers and producers to explore the beauty of Meghalaya and promote the state's tourism across the world.
The Meghalaya International Film Festival is set to take place from March 14 to March 18, 2023, and promises to be a one-of-a-kind film festival. The curtain-raiser event, held at the JW Marriott Hotel in Mumbai, was attended by several notable personalities from the film industry, including Pankaj Berry, Manav Sohal, Shravani Goswami, Dr. Yogesh Lakhani, Archana Jain, Arvider Singh, and Ekta Jain, among others. The event began with IPS Officer Mohan Rathod lighting the lamp, followed by live performances and the logo and website launch of the festival.
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Apr 4, 2026At the event, Commander Shangpliang and Aruna Chakravorty, the Founder and Director of ABK Media India Pvt. Ltd, welcomed everyone and gave an insight into the beauty of Meghalaya. The dignitaries present at the event were felicitated with bouquets and shawls as a token of love. Furthermore, Dr. Harjeet Singh Anand, the Founder of Indo-European Business Council Chamber of Commerce, extended his support to Commander Shangpliang through the Rotary Club.
Apart from announcing the film festival, Commander Shangpliang also revealed the early announcement of the Meghalaya Film Policy, a pleasant and lucrative initiative for filmmakers and production houses. The policy aims to provide a conducive environment for the film industry in Meghalaya, attracting more filmmakers to shoot their films in the state. Salman Khan's 1991 film 'Kurbaan' and another Bollywood film 'Rock On 2' were previously shot in Meghalaya, and the state is looking forward to welcoming more filmmakers to explore its beauty.
At the event, Commander Shangpliang and Aruna Chakravorty (Founder and Director of ABK Media India Pvt. Ltd) welcomed everyone and gave an insight into the beauty of Meghalaya. The dignitaries present at the event were felicitated with bouquets and shawls as a token of love. Besides this, IPS Officer Mohan Rathod commenced the event by lighting the lamp followed by some live performances with the logo and website launch of the Meghalaya International Film Festival. (www.meghiff.com).
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Apr 2, 2026The curtain-raiser event in Mumbai also saw the signing of MOUs with production houses, highlighting the interest of the film industry in Meghalaya. The Meghalaya International Film Festival will begin with a grand opening on the evening of March 14 at an auditorium in Shillong. The festival will screen more than 65 feature films and documentaries from around the world, and over a thousand visitors and movie buffs are expected to attend.
The Meghalaya International Film Festival aims to provide a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work, exchange ideas, and collaborate with other filmmakers from around the world. The festival is also an opportunity for the people of Meghalaya to witness some of the best films from around the world and engage with the film industry.
The film festival will showcase films from various genres, including drama, romance, comedy, horror, and documentary, among others. The festival aims to promote cultural exchange and bring together filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts from around the world. The festival also promises to offer a unique experience to visitors, showcasing the natural beauty and culture of Meghalaya through various cultural events and exhibitions.
The Meghalaya International Film Festival is a significant step towards promoting the film industry in Meghalaya and putting the state on the global map. The festival aims to encourage filmmakers to explore the beauty of Meghalaya and use it as a backdrop for their films. Meghalaya has a lot to offer, from its scenic landscapes to its rich culture and traditions, and the film festival is an opportunity to showcase these to the world.
