The Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS) on Friday announced the selection of four delegates to receive financial support for attending the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), scheduled from November 20 to 28, 2024, in Goa.
The chosen individuals, representing diverse roles within the film and media industry, include film technician Shanti Raj, actor, music director Thotreisho Keishing, journalist A Bishwajit Sharma and filmmaker Ajit Yumnam, stated a release.
A Bishwajit Sharma, the only journalist selected, will be covering the prestigious event and film bazaar, bringing insights back to the state. The other three delegates—recognised by the Selection Committee for their dedication and vision—will form a specialised team to gain exposure to global cinema trends, film marketing, and finance, it stated.
It mentioned that an accumulated fund of Rs 1,10,000 from MSFDS’s grant-in-aid for promotional activities will be allocated to support these film delegates for IFFI 2024.
Each year, MSFDS offers financial support to members of the film and arts community, as well as journalists and film writers, to attend IFFI, the largest film festival in Asia, organised by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, it added.
