Stories That Stirred: YathaKatha Film Fest Wraps Up Its Fourth Edition in Mumbai

YathaKatha 2025 closes with applause for bold voices and boundary-breaking narratives  
Hosted at Usha Pravin Gandhi College in Vile Parle, Mumbai, the YathaKatha International Film and Literature Festival (YKIFLF) wrapped up its fourth season from November 6 to 9. The festival brought together filmmakers, authors, poets, and audiences from across the globe for a dynamic celebration of storytelling.

This year’s theme, “Local vs Global,” sparked engaging conversations around identity, language, and cinematic expression. The lineup featured film screenings, poetry readings, literary panels, and interactive workshops. Festival founder Charu Sharma emphasized the power of stories to connect and transform, while SS Rajamouli and Nagarjuna added star power to the closing sessions.

Major takeaways  

• The festival ran from November 6–9 at Usha Pravin Gandhi College, Mumbai  
• Theme “Local vs Global” explored cultural intersections in film and literature  
• Featured global roundtables, masterclasses, and poetry readings  
• Charu Sharma led the initiative to spotlight transformative storytelling  
• SS Rajamouli and Nagarjuna participated in closing discussions  

Sources: Free Press Journal, ANI News, YathaKatha Official Website