Entertainment

Odisha-Born Filmmaker Jitendra Mishra Selected Jury For Russian Film Festival

Bhubaneswar: Odisha-born film producer and promoter Jitendra Mishra will judge the International Children and Youth Film competition during  the ’18th International Festival Of Cinematographic Debuts – Spirit Of Fire’ in Russia in March.

The festival, which began in 2002, is being hosted in various locations of Russia, Siberia and Khanty-Mansiyak region.

The competitive section is evaluated by the international jury consisting of 5 major figures of international cinema. There are four international awards secured with monetary renumeration.

The festival also includes annual photographic and visual exhibition.

“I am super excited as I am hoping for a unique cinematic experience in the chilling Siberian region. I have always been privileged as I get to watch best of the world cinema when I travel as a
jury and ultimately it helps us curate them for our own festival SIFFCY,” Jintendra said.

He has been the festival director of Smile Foundation’s film festival & forum ‘SIFFCY’ (Smile Int’l FF for Children and Youth) since its inception.

Born in Titlagarh, Jitendra has been associated with the production, distribution and promotion of over 110 films in various categories. Many of them have got worldwide acclamation and recognition. His recent production ‘The Last Color’ directed by Michelin-starred Chef Vikas Khanna had a special screening at the most prestigious United Nations headquarter and  Cannes film festival, Marche du film section recently and received global appreciation.

 

OB Bureau
Share
Published by
OB Bureau

Recent Posts

Shashi Tharoor: Committed To Congress, But Open To Other Options

New Delhi: In a recent statement that has stirred political conversations, Shashi Tharoor reaffirmed his… Read More

17 minutes ago

PM Modi Says Critics Of Mahakumbh Critics Suffer From Slave Mentality

Bhopal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi lashed out at critics of the Mahakumbh Mela at a… Read More

18 minutes ago

Maha Shivratri: 1 Lakh Lamps To Be Lit At This Odisha Temple

Balasore: With the festival of Maha Shivratri fast approaching, hectic preparations are underway at the… Read More

23 minutes ago

Kangana Ranaut Faces Backlash Over Marriage Views Amid Mrs. Controversy

New Delhi: In a recent social media post, actress Kangana Ranaut sparked controversy by defending… Read More

29 minutes ago

Champions Trophy: Kuldeep Bags 3 As India Bowl Out Pakistan For 241 In Dubai Derby

Dubai: India restricted Pakistani to a manageable total in their Group A Champions Trophy clash,… Read More

43 minutes ago

Rare Turtles Seized From Vehicle In Odisha’s Khurda

Bhubaneswar: Hundreds of turtles being transported illegally were seized from a vehicle in Godipada area… Read More

59 minutes ago