Unforgettable
Cinematic Journey
From South Asia!
Unforgettable
Cinematic Journey
From South Asia!
Winner SAIFFF 2025
Best Short Film
Libre Franklin
Best Director
Jagat Joon for 2 Khet
Best Actor
Sunny Hinduja for
The Gratitude List
Best Actress
Adrija Sinha for
Bobby Beauty Parlour
Best Documentary
The Caregiving Connection
by Reshma Dordi
Special Mention
Indrani Davaluri for
Andhela Ravamidh
Best Feature Film
Nayab
Best Director
Ram Kamal Mukherjee
for Binodiini
Best Actor
Kapil Talwalkar
for Paper Flowers
Best Actresses
Yumna Zaidi
for Nayab
Best Actresses
Rukmini Maitra
for Binodiini
Audience Choice Award
Ekti Natir Upakhyan
Best Documentary Film
Jyoti Nisha for
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Winner SAIFFF 2025
Best Short Film
Libre Franklin
Best Director
Jagat Joon for 2 Khet
Best Actor
Sunny Hinduja for
The Gratitude List
Best Actress
Bobby Beauty Parlour
Best Documentary
Connection
by Reshma Dordi
Special Mention
Indrani Davaluri for
Andhela Ravamidh
Best Feature Film
Nayab
Best Director
for Binodiini
Best Actor
for Paper Flowers
Best Actresses
Yumna Zaidi
for Nayab
Best Actresses
Rukmini Maitra
for Binodiini
Audience Choice
Award
NayabBinodiini for
Ekti Natir Upakhyan
Best Documentary
Film
Jyoti Nisha for
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Our Proud Partners for SAIFFF
Media Partner and Other Sponsors
Our Proud Partners
for SAIFFF
Media Partner and
Other Sponsors
About SAIFFF
The South Asian International Film Festival (SAIFFF),
a Non Profit Organization , champions the voice of South Asian cinema.
With entries from countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh,
Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan, we aim to amplify the narrative of this
rich cinematic landscape on a global platform.
Curated Selections
Every year, we bring together a selection of the finest South Asian films, handpicked by our team of cinematic experts.
Connecting Communities
We aim to connect film enthusiasts, artists, and creators,
fostering a community passionate about South Asian cinema.
About SAIFFF
Curated Selections
Every year, we bring together a selection of the finest South Asian films, handpicked by our team of cinematic experts.
Connecting Communities
Frequently Asked Questions
Start here with our frequently asked questions to understand the festival inside out.
Any indie filmmaker from a South Asian country can submit their work to SAIFF. The primary requirement is that the film reflects the culture, essence, and narratives of South Asia.
Tickets can be purchased through our website’s ticketing section. We also offer various packages for multiple screenings and days.
The deadline varies each year. Please refer to our “Submissions” page for this year’s specific deadlines and guidelines.
While we celebrate all genres and stories from South Asia, each edition might have a specific theme or focus. Kindly check our “Theme” section for more details.
Yes, international co-productions are eligible as long as the film has a significant South Asian component, either in content, cast, or crew.
We appreciate your interest! Please visit our “Get Involved” section for details on volunteering and other opportunities to support the festival.
Yes, we offer student discounts. Students need to provide valid identification during ticket purchase and at the venue.
The festival venues vary each year. Please check our “Venue” page for exact locations and maps for this year’s festival.
We organize Q&A sessions after screenings where filmmakers can discuss their work and interact directly with the audience.
Yes, we host an awards ceremony towards the end of the festival to honor outstanding films and performances. Details about categories and nominations can be found on our “Awards” page.
We welcome partnerships with organizations and individuals who align with our mission. Please visit our “Sponsors” page for more details on sponsorship packages and collaborations.
Frequently Asked
Questions
asked questions to understand the
festival inside out.
Any indie filmmaker from a South Asian country can submit their work to SAIFF. The primary requirement is that the film reflects the culture, essence, and narratives of South Asia.
Tickets can be purchased through our website’s ticketing section. We also offer various packages for multiple screenings and days.
The deadline varies each year. Please refer to our “Submissions” page for this year’s specific deadlines and guidelines.
While we celebrate all genres and stories from South Asia, each edition might have a specific theme or focus. Kindly check our “Theme” section for more details.
Yes, international co-productions are eligible as long as the film has a significant South Asian component, either in content, cast, or crew.
We appreciate your interest! Please visit our “Get Involved” section for details on volunteering and other opportunities to support the festival.
Yes, we offer student discounts. Students need to provide valid identification during ticket purchase and at the venue.
The festival venues vary each year. Please check our “Venue” page for exact locations and maps for this year’s festival.
We organize Q&A sessions after screenings where filmmakers can discuss their work and interact directly with the audience.
Yes, we host an awards ceremony towards the end of the festival to honor outstanding films and performances. Details about categories and nominations can be found on our “Awards” page.
We welcome partnerships with organizations and individuals who align with our mission. Please visit our “Sponsors” page for more details on sponsorship packages and collaborations.