Strengthening NE–Telangana Cultural Exchange: Niri9 film festival returns to Hyderabad with 176 entries
The Niri9 International Film Festival will host its third edition in Hyderabad on January 10–11, highlighting cultural ties between the North East and Telangana. The film fest received 176 entries across feature films, short films, shorter films, and documentaries.
Hyderabad: The Niri9 International Film Festival is set to return with its third edition in Hyderabad on January 10 and 11, marking a significant moment of cultural convergence between the North Eastern region and Telangana.
Organised with the cooperation of the Governor of Telangana and the Telangana Cultural Department, the festival reflects the state’s growing interest in deepening artistic and cultural linkages with the North East.
This year, the festival received an impressive 176 film entries across categories, including 40 feature films, 65 short films, 56 shorter films, and 15 documentaries, underscoring its expanding presence on the national and global film landscape. Out of this, the top 19 films will be screened in the final round at Hyderabad. (feature films 6, short films 5, shorter films 5, documentaries 3).
The festival will also feature performances by global artist Carlyta Mouhini, legendary musician Lou Majaw, and Monisha Bordoloi. The event will also showcase the traditional dance and music of Assamese and Telangana folk and traditional dance during the event.