LTIMindtree has partnered with the International Film Festival of India and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, to launch India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. The International Film Festival of India (IFFI), since its inception in 1952, has been a global platform celebrating cinematic excellence. Jointly organized by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), IFFI showcases the finest international and Indian cinema, fostering creative exchange among filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals worldwide.

As part of this collaboration, LTIMindtree BlueVerse CraftStudio and NFDC aim to create a pioneering platform that explores the intersection of cinema and emerging technologies. The AI Film Festival and Hackathon will provide a space for filmmakers, creators, technologists, and innovators to experiment with AI-powered storytelling tools and showcase creative use cases that shape the future of cinematic expression. This initiative reinforces IFFI's commitment to embracing technological advancements while nurturing creative expression, positioning India at the forefront of AI-driven cinematic innovation.

Festival Highlights. AI Film Showcase: Screening of AI-generated films across fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental categories. 48-Hour Hackathon: A unique challenge for creators and developers to build AI-powered storytelling tools.

Workshops & Masterclasses: Interactive sessions on AI in film production, ethical storytelling, and creative technology. Global Collaboration: Participants from international AI film festivals, with cross-credit recognition for creators and innovators.