London Indian Film Festival

26 June to 3 July

Celebrating its 15th edition this year, this unique five-city festival returns with the latest crop of cutting-edge premieres from South Asian indie filmmakers and emerging British Asian talent. The festival launches on 26 June and ends with a spectacular finale at BFI IMAX on 3 July.

For all the latest information go to londonindianfilmfestival.co.uk.

Sthal Sthal + Q&A with Jayant Digambar Somalkar and Dr Varsha Panjwani

A young woman battles against patriarchy to live her life on her own terms.

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Ennennum + Q&A with Shalini Ushadevi, Santhy Balachandran and Manori Ravindran

In an alternative reality, a couple decide on the pros and cons of being made immortal.

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Tight: The World of Indian Bodybuilding + Q&A with Elliott Gonzo, Dominic Mayer, Alex King, Sarathy Konwar and Asjad Nazir

A documentary about one young Indian bodybuilder’s attempts to reach the top of his sport.

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Before Nikkah + Q&A with Haider Zafar, Aakash Shukal, Sasha Vadher and Sunny and Shay

Two people have been set up on a blind date, in advance of a prospective arranged marriage, and soon discover that not all romances begin perfectly.

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Closing Night Gala at BFI IMAX: Kill

John Wick on a train – a breathless action story about a commando who boards a train to save his girlfriend from forced marriage, only to discover an armed gang also has its sights on the train’s passengers.

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See our 7 July screening of The Light of Asia, which is screening in association with LIFF.

Supported by major funder Bagri Foundation.

The London Indian Film festival is supported by the BFI, awarding funds from the National Lottery.

 

Bagri Foundation

London Indian Film Festival