The 28th edition of Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) showcased an unprecedented seven Indian films across various competitive and special screening categories. The festival, running in June 2026, highlighted a diverse mix of contemporary, regional, and digitally restored Indian cinema.The seven featured films spanned a wide variety of genres, languages, and eras:
Hunter’s Moon: Competed for the prestigious Golden Goblet Award.
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A 4K restoration of the 1989 cult classic by Pradip Krishen and Arundhati Roy.Umrao Jaan:
The classic 1981 period musical drama.
Chandu Champion: The 2024 biographical sports drama directed by Kabir Khan.Kaalidas 2: Featured in the festival’s lineup.
Songs of Forgotten Trees: Featured in the festival’s lineup.
Full Plate: Featured in the festival’s lineup.
This strong cinematic showcase following a successful six-film run in 2025—was celebrated by Indian Consul General Pratik Mathur as a major milestone in strengthening cultural ties between India and the ASEAN region.
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