The India Film Project (IFP) marks its 15th anniversary with a grand festival at Mumbai’s Mehboob Studios on November 29-30, 2025. Featuring thousands of participants, creative challenges, and a star-studded jury, IFP continues its legacy as one of the world’s preeminent creative festivals.
The India Film Project (IFP), a global creative festival celebrating the fusion of art, culture, and technology, proudly announces its 15th season. The event, scheduled for November 29-30 at Mumbai’s iconic Mehboob Studios, promises to be the largest and most vibrant edition yet.
Since its humble beginnings as a small dorm-room idea, IFP has expanded into a major creative powerhouse, drawing over 1.2 lakh participants from more than 350 cities and 23 countries. Its signature 50 Hour Creative Challenges continue to inspire creators across filmmaking, music, writing, design, and photography.
IFP’s milestone season features an illustrious jury including filmmaker Dibakar Banerjee, musician Hariharan, actress Sheeba Chaddha, and leading artists from film and literature. The festival is designed to be a space for experimentation, collaboration, and storytelling that pushes boundaries and sparks creativity.
Founder Ritam Bhatnagar highlights IFP’s mission to unite creative minds and nurture talent worldwide, encouraging innovation and imaginative expression. The festival showcases immersive conversations, workshops, performances, and community events celebrating India’s dynamic creative ecosystem.
Key Highlights
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Celebrating 15 years, IFP returns Nov 29-30 at Mehboob Studios, Mumbai.
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Over 1.2 lakh participants and 350+ cities worldwide join creative challenges annually.
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Star-studded jury includes Dibakar Banerjee, Hariharan, Sheeba Chaddha, and more.
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Diverse programming: filmmaking, music, design, writing, performance arts, gaming, tech, and food.
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Festival aims to inspire collaboration, innovation, and cultural storytelling globally.
Sources: IFP Official, News18, The Hans India, Bollywood Hungama.