Yapangnaro Longkumer, an independent documentary filmmaker from Nagaland, has been invited to attend the first-ever Documentary Film Bazaar at the prestigious Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) which is being held from June 15 to 21, informed a DIPR report.
MIFF is hosting its first-ever Docu-Film Bazaar, a three-day event from June 16 to 18 2024, designed to give filmmakers a chance to connect with industry experts, get invaluable feedback on their project, find international and national buyers and propel their films onto the global stage.
Longkumer has made several documentaries for Films Division, Mumbai which were screened at different film festivals. She has directed multiple documentaries, public service announcements and government initiative film projects in the state of Nagaland. Her production house has covered a wide spectrum of film and media related productions for the past several years. Yapangnaro Longkumer recently took over as President of the Film Association of Nagaland (FAN).
Five selected to attend MIFF
The Department of Information & Public Relations has selected five individuals from film and related fields from the state to attend the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival, 2024. The five participants will be representing Nagaland at the Festival to be held in Mumbai from the 18th to 21st June 2024.
Chiam Shiu is a student currently pursuing Applied Acting from Dr Bhupen Hazarika Regional Govt. Film and Television Institute in Assam. Kikru Neikha from Kohima is an actor, model and content creator who has collaborated with multiple e-commerce companies. Supongnukshi Pongener is a cinematographer from Dimapur with a passion for photography & filmmaking.
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Jackto Wotsa, is an audio engineer for R&N (Reckless Films and New Life Studio). He is also the mixing engineer for MusikA, Dimapur. Thejanguzo Titus Pienyü, has worked with India TV as video journalist and worked as the second director of cinematography in two Bollywood productions, Fugly and Aayee Bala Ko Taal Tu. He is co-founder of StillFilms Production, a production house which works with local artists.
The participation at MIFF is an initiative of the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC) under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in collaboration with the Department of Information & Public Relations (DIPR). As the nodal department for films and related matters in Nagaland, DIPR aims to promote local talent by providing them with invaluable exposure and a prestigious platform. This initiative underscores the Department’s commitment to fostering the growth and recognition of Nagaland’s vibrant film community, offering a unique opportunity for local filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals to gain insights into the broader film landscape. By facilitating the participation of these five individuals at the Mumbai International Film Festival, DIPR and NFDC aim to shine a spotlight on Nagaland’s creative potential, encouraging further development and recognition of the region’s artistic contributions on a national and international stage.
