J&K int’l film festival: 875 film submissions received

The IFFJK, organised by the department of information and public relations (DIPR) in collaboration with National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), is scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10

The 1st International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK), 2026, has evoked an enthusiastic response from filmmakers across the globe, with 875 film submissions received from around 50 countries, said officials.

The curtain raiser ceremony of the festival was held on July 17 with chief minister Omar Abdullah formally launching the film festival and inviting filmmakers, artists, producers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world to participate in the landmark event. (File)

The submission window will remain open till Thursday, they informed.

The IFFJK, organised by the department of information and public relations (DIPR) in collaboration with National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), is scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10. The festival aims to establish Jammu & Kashmir as a vibrant destination for cinema, creativity and cultural exchange while providing a prestigious platform for filmmakers from across the world to showcase their work.

The four-day festival will feature screenings of selected films, interactive sessions, masterclasses, panel discussions and cultural engagements, offering opportunities for filmmakers, industry experts, students and cinema lovers to exchange ideas and explore new avenues of collaboration.

The curtain raiser ceremony of the festival was held on July 17 with chief minister Omar Abdullah formally launching the film festival and inviting filmmakers, artists, producers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world to participate in the landmark event.