India’s Indie Filmmakers Form Collective to Fight Theatrical and Streaming Barriers (EXCLUSIVE)
May 15, 2026 9:35pm PT
India’s Indie Filmmakers Form Collective to Fight Theatrical and Streaming Barriers (EXCLUSIVE)
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Naman Ramachandran
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More than 120 Indian filmmakers and producers have united to establish the Independent Filmmakers Assn. of India, a not-for-profit collective designed to improve theatrical access, distribution pathways and streaming visibility for the country’s independent sector.
IFAI made its formal public debut at the Cannes Film Festival, with actor-producer Anshuman Jha and filmmaker Devashish Makhija representing the body at the announcement. Founded as a democratic, member-driven entity, IFAI will work through dedicated groups addressing advocacy, exhibition, distribution, public policy, mentorship and audience development.
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