3rd Search Light International Film Festival-25 Mumbai, Concludes with Global Participation and feature film Tell The Wind Too from Iran declared winner
New Delhi [India], December 19: The Search Light International Film Festival-25 Mumbai successfully concluded on 14 Dec 2025 with an inspiring celebration of independent cinema, emerging voices, and powerful storytelling from across the globe. The festival witnessed enthusiastic participation from filmmakers, film lovers, critics, and industry professionals, reaffirming its growing reputation as a significant platform for meaningful [...]

New Delhi [India], December 19: The Search Light International Film Festival-25 Mumbai successfully concluded on 14 Dec 2025 with an inspiring celebration of independent cinema, emerging voices, and powerful storytelling from across the globe. The festival witnessed enthusiastic participation from filmmakers, film lovers, critics, and industry professionals, reaffirming its growing reputation as a significant platform for meaningful and socially relevant cinema.
This year’s edition received entries from more than 18 countries, showcasing a diverse range of feature films, short films, documentaries, animations, and experimental works like LUJURIA directed by Iñaki Aguilar from Maxico, THE 1OO directed by Raghav Omkar Sasidhar from India, Only the dead fish go with the flow directed by Gomes Christophe from France & more. The carefully curated official selection reflected bold narratives and strong thematic depth, highlighting voices that often remain underrepresented in mainstream cinema.
The festival screenings at Mumbai were met with overwhelming audience response, sparking engaging discussions, filmmaker interactions, and insightful Q&A sessions. The jury—comprising respected filmmakers, critics, and industry experts—praised the overall quality of submissions and the courage of filmmakers in addressing contemporary and thought-provoking subjects.