Global Frames, Local Voices: 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival Opens with Siddaramaiah’s Flag-Off, Prakash Raj Champions Palestinian Cinema

Festival launch: 17th BIFFES inaugurated by CM Siddaramaiah at Vidhana Soudha.
Global showcase: Features films from across the world, highlighting diversity.
Advocacy: Actor Prakash Raj calls for greater visibility of Palestinian films.
Cultural impact: Reinforces cinema as a medium of dialogue and social change.
Audience engagement: Screenings, discussions, and workshops planned across Bengaluru.

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The 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFES) was inaugurated at Vidhana Soudha by Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, celebrating cinema as a bridge across cultures. Actor Prakash Raj used the platform to advocate for Palestinian films, highlighting cinema’s role in amplifying marginalized voices. The festival promises diverse screenings, global participation, and cultural dialogue.