The South Asian International Film Festival Florida (SAIFFF) is set to return to Tampa from February 21 to 23, 2025, at NCG Cinemas, Tampa. This year’s festival will present an immersive three-day experience, featuring a curated selection of films, documentaries, and short films from across the globe, including India, the USA, Germany, Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, Bangladesh, Canada, and Nepal.
SAIFFF aims to bring compelling narratives and diverse cultural perspectives to the big screen, showcasing stories rarely seen in mainstream cinema. In addition to film screenings, the festival will offer a series of engaging activities, including yoga, meditation, a Bollywood workout session, and a vibrant Bollywood dance party on Saturday night.
A Celebration of Film and Culture
Supported by Urban Asian, Khaasbaat, Groundgame Health, Sakar Trust, and Convergent Media, SAIFFF is driven by a passionate team of volunteers committed to promoting cultural diversity and creative expression.
Festival Director Hemant Dinkar shared that this year’s festival received a record number of submissions, with a selection of 25-30 films chosen by an esteemed panel of judges. The festival will welcome renowned Bollywood celebrities, including Aryan Vaid, along with 12-14 international filmmakers.
A highlight of this year’s lineup is “Dr. B. R. Ambedkar: Now & Then,” a documentary produced by Tampa-based Santosh Govindaraju. Screening on Saturday evening, the film explores the themes of liberty, equality, and social justice through the life and legacy of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
SAIFFF will also feature the National Award-winning film “Binodiini: Ekti Natir Upakhyan” by Ram Kamal Mukherjee as the festival’s closing night film. Mukherjee expressed his gratitude, stating, “This is a huge honor for me and my lead actor Rukmini Maitra. Our film’s journey beyond Bengal to an international platform like SAIFFF is incredibly special. I look forward to hearing feedback from audiences in Florida, as it helps filmmakers understand the universal language of cinema.”
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films SAIFFF 2025
Featured Films
SAIFFF 2025 will showcase a diverse selection of films, including:
- Paper Flowers – A feature film exploring love, loss, and resilience in the face of illness.
- Nayab – A story set in Karachi about a determined young woman’s quest to break stereotypes and play cricket for Pakistan.
- Soch – A Hindi feature film addressing communal tensions and social justice.
- Andhela Ravamidhi – A Telugu feature celebrating the empowerment of women through art and culture.
- Dalai Lama’s Gift – A documentary uncovering a powerful chapter of spiritual history hidden for over 40 years.
- Me, Raani – A short film about a single mother’s aspirations for her daughter’s education.
- Legends – A short film centered on a dance scholarship and self-discovery.
- The Caregiving Connection – A documentary exploring South Asian caregiving traditions.
About SAIFFF
The South Asian International Film Festival Florida (SAIFFF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to showcasing diverse storytelling through independent films, offering filmmakers a global platform to connect with audiences. The festival is powered by a dedicated team of volunteers from various professional backgrounds, unified by their passion for cinema and the arts. Key team members include Edward Jayraj, Anjani Pandey, Sangeeta Johri, Priyanka Verma, Parul Rustagi, Neelkamal Choudhary, Vakul Garg, Moummar Bhatty, Sanjeev Kumar,Rashida Kharkhariwala, Mahesh Modha, and Rashmy Nair.
For more information, the full festival schedule, and ticket details, please visit www.saifff.org.
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