Panaji: WAVES Film Bazaar will mark its 20th edition from November 20 to 24 at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, coinciding with the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), as it seeks to strengthen Indian cinema’s links with the global film industry.
Organised by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), Film Bazaar was launched in 2007 to promote South Asian storytelling and has since developed into an international platform connecting filmmakers, producers, financiers, distributors and festival programmers.
The 2026 edition will feature key initiatives such as the Co-Production Market, NFDC Screenwriters’ Lab and Work-in-Progress Lab. The Viewing Room, Market Screenings and Producers’ Lab will provide opportunities for project development, industry networking and access to potential buyers and distributors.
The Knowledge Series will bring industry experts together to discuss emerging trends, distribution strategies, business models and international collaborations. Country and state pavilions, technology showcases and market stalls will also facilitate industry partnerships.
Film Bazaar has played a role in the journeys of several acclaimed films, including The Lunchbox, Court, Newton, Manto, Thithi, Girls Will Be Girls and Cactus Pears. NFDC has also extended financial support to more than 300 films across 21 regional languages.
Now operating under the WAVES Film Bazaar banner, the platform aims to expand international opportunities for Indian and South Asian filmmakers through co-production, mentorship, financing and distribution support.
