Founded by film industry veterans Vinta Nanda, Deepa Gahlot, and Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri, WIFF isn’t here to play by the mainstream rules — it’s here to shake things up. In partnership with The Daily Eye and Rangshila Theatre, the festival showcases a curated lineup of independent films, documentaries, shorts, and experimental works from India and around the world. This isn’t your average red carpet affair — it’s about real stories, bold voices, and cinema that’s fiercely personal.
From powerful screenings to panels featuring filmmakers like Hansal Mehta, Rohan Sippy, and Richa Chadha, WIFF is more than a festival — it’s a movement. With workshops and masterclasses on cinematography, sound design, and storytelling, it’s a crash course for the next generation of indie creators. And true to Mumbai’s spirit, WIFF also embraces the adda culture — informal, free-flowing conversations where film lovers, creators, and talent connect without filters.
WIFF may be new on the block, but it’s got all the makings of a cult favorite — authentic, inclusive, and buzzing with energy. In a city obsessed with the blockbuster, this festival is a love letter to cinema that dares to be different. If you’re looking for the next big voice in film, chances are you’ll find them by the waterfront.
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