2026 뉴욕인도영화제 New York Indian Film Festival(5/28-31) 라인업
New York Indian Film Festival 2026 Lineup and Nominations, Led by ‘Baksho Bondi,’ ‘Flowers of Acacia’, and ‘The Elysian Field’, Signaling Regional Cinema Surge
New York, NY — April 15, The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF), North America’s longest-running festival dedicated to Indian independent cinema, has announced the full lineup and official nominations for its 2026 edition, spotlighting a diverse slate of films across 15 languages and underscoring the growing dominance of regional storytelling in contemporary Indian cinema.
This year’s nominations are led by Baksho Bondi (Shadowbox), Flowers of Acacia, Romantic Affairs, Ha Lyngkha Bneng (The Elysian Field), and Victoria, which dominate the Best Film race - highlighting a strong showing from regional cinema across Bengali, Punjabi, Assamese, Khasi, and Malayalam industries.
The festival will present Farhan Akhtar’s classic Dil Chahta Hai (2001), marking the film’s 25th anniversary and revisiting one of Hindi cinema’s most influential coming-of-age films.
This year’s program includes 19 narrative (features), four documentaries (features) and 27 shorts (narratives and documentaries) including several world premieres, and a special LGBTQ shorts program.
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Previously announced highlights include the 4K restored version of the cult classic Sholay; BAFTA winner opening film Boong (Manipuri); Tighee (Marathi) as the closing film; and the centerpiece Flowers of Acacia (Punjabi).
Presented by the Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC), NYIFF 2026 continues its dual mission of championing emerging voices while honoring cinematic excellence, reinforcing its position as a key global platform for Indian Independent Cinema.
“This year’s nominated films represent the range and depth of storytelling in India today,” said Festival Director Aseem Chhabra. “From human dramas to comedies, and narratives that reflect the angst of Millennials and Gen Z, these works reflect a cinema that is both rooted and globally resonant.”
Suman Gollamudi, Executive Director of IAAC, added: “NYIFF continues to serve as a critical launchpad for independent filmmakers on the global stage and remains committed to amplifying distinctive voices across Indian cinema.”
Dr. Nirmal Mattoo, Chairman of IAAC, said: “The New York Indian Film Festival stands as a powerful cultural bridge. The 2026 lineup and nominations reaffirm our commitment to showcasing the richness, diversity, and artistic excellence of Indian cinema on an international stage.”
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About NYIFF
The New York Indian Film Festival is presented annually by the Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC), a nonprofit dedicated to promoting Indian arts and culture in the United States.
https://www.nyiff.us
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