CINEVESTURE ANNOUNCES THE SECOND EDITION OF CINEVESTURE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, CHANDIGARH, THE CINÉV SERIES, AND A STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIAN FILM FESTIVAL OF LOS ANGELES (IFFLA)
~The festival’s second edition will take place from March 20-23, 2025 in Chandigarh~
Chandigarh/Mumbai, 3rd December 2024: After a successful debut, Cinevesture International Film Festival (CIFF) is back along with a market rebranded as CinéV-CHD, which will take place on March 20-23, 2025 in Chandigarh.
Cinevesture is also thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA).
The inaugural edition of CIFF garnered significant attention and hosted prominent Indian film personalities including Karan Johar, Boman Irani, Sudhir Mishra, Shekhar Kapur, and Richa Chadha. Building on this momentum, the second edition aims to provide an enhanced platform for creative collaborations and networking. As Cinevesture gears up for the 2025 edition, the festival promises to amplify its impact, solidifying its place as a leading platform for world cinema.
CinéV – a Bridge for Investors and Creators in the Film Business
CineV is a series of film markets that are designed to facilitate interactions between film professionals, investors, and distributors. These markets will serve as a hub for private investors and industry insiders to explore co-production opportunities, secure funding, and forge strategic alliances. CinéV-CHD 2025 marks the first such market. Registrations for CinéV-CHD will open from January 14, 2025.
A Strategic Partnership with IFFLA
Starting in 2025, Cinevesture will partner with IFFLA, the leading South Asian film festival based in Los Angeles. The partnership, CinéV-IFFLA, aligns the mission of both entities to support innovative storytelling and foster global collaborations.
This collaboration will integrate South Asian stories curated by Cinevesture for CinéV-IFFLA into IFFLA Industry Days along with IFFLA’s selected projects from North America. Industry Days, which takes place during the annual festival, is a pivotal forum that connects bridges South Asian filmmakers with Hollywood producers, offering opportunities such as pitch competitions, panels, masterclasses, industry roundtables and networking events. The 23rd edition of IFFLA is scheduled on May 6-10, 2025 in Los Angeles. Submissions for IFFLA’s Pitch Competition open on December 3, 2025 at www.indianfilmfestival.org.
A Global Vision for South Asian Cinema
CineV-CHD and CinéV-IFFLA also mark the beginning of Cinevesture’s broader initiative to build a network for investor-creator collaborations in South Asia and the diaspora. These events will focus on linking filmmakers with potential partners to develop projects that align with market demands.
Engaging Conversations and Panel Discussions
Beyond film screenings, the festival will host a series of insightful conversations and panel discussions. These sessions will delve into various aspects of filmmaking, including scriptwriting, directing, producing, and distribution. Renowned industry experts will share their knowledge and experiences, providing valuable insights for aspiring filmmakers and industry professionals.
As CineV-CHD gears up for its second edition, it promises to be a landmark event for the Indian film industry, shaping the future of South Asian cinema on the global stage.
Founder & CEO, Cinevesture Nina Lath says, “Unlike other sectors , film production often presents a challenge for private investors due to its intangible nature and relatively short shelf life. Yet the passion for cinematic storytelling and potential for substantial returns makes it an enticing opportunity. With CinéV, our mission is to bridge this gap by connecting pre-vetted projects with credible producers and investors, aiming for mutually beneficial outcomes for all involved. As we bring the second edition of our event to Chandigarh, we are excited about the growing momentum and are proud to collaborate with IFFLA, a festival that has earned the utmost respect in the Indian film industry.”
IFFLA founder Christina Marouda adds, “The partnership with Cinevesture comes at the perfect time for IFFLA as it officially expands its 23rd year legacy and footprint into the development of South Asian focused content. We could not think of a better partner than Nina and her new venture to create an ecosystem of talented storytellers and attract the right investors for these curated projects. This filmmaker-investor curated track is a gap we’re filling in with this endeavor. I’m excited for the IFFLA and Cinevesture teams to be joining hands, and cannot wait to see the results of such a unique and timely collaboration.”
About Cinevesture
Founded by Nina Lath, former MD of NFDC India and film producer, Cinevesture is invested in film development and production. It is also focused on building an investor-creator network and channels of communication and business amongst film professionals.
About IFFLA
IFFLA has been championing South Asian cinema in Los Angeles for over 23 years. The festival showcases a diverse range of films, discovering new voices and promoting the work of talented filmmakers. Its newly launched Industry Days program has emerged as a significant initiative to connect South Asian filmmakers with Hollywood industry professionals.
