KIFF — Khajuraho International Film Festival
11th Edition · Dec 16–22, 2025

The Sanctuary of Cinema

Where UNESCO World Heritage temples frame the world's greatest stories. Khajuraho International Film Festival — India's most evocative cinematic gathering.

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Festival Culture
Audience
11 Editions
The Vision

Bridging Heritage
& Global Narrative

Supported by the Department of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh, KIFF is a premier cinematic event that has redefined how world-class storytelling reaches India's heartland.

Our signature Tapra Talkies screens films against the majestic backdrop of UNESCO heritage temples — an experience found nowhere else on earth. Founded by Raja Bundela, KIFF is the platform where local voices meet global narratives.

Each edition deepens our commitment to democratising cinema — honoring the masters while discovering tomorrow's voices from across 20 nations.

Tapra Talkies UNESCO Heritage Independent Cinema Rural Outreach Film Market Masterclasses

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The Experience

Festival Programme

Seven days of cinema — from heritage courtyards to intimate screening rooms. Click any programme to explore.

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Tapra Talkies
Outdoor screenings set against the stone temples of Khajuraho — cinema under the stars, unlike anywhere else on earth. A signature KIFF experience since the very first edition.
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Heritage · Outdoor
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World Cinema Premieres
Debut screenings of bold independent films from 20+ countries. KIFF is where new voices find their first major audience — from narrative features to boundary-pushing documentaries.
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Global · Premiere
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Masterclasses
Intimate sessions with India's finest — Anupam Kher, Saurabh Shukla and more — unfiltered and in conversation with audiences and emerging filmmakers.
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Craft · Dialogue
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Rural Outreach
Cinema travels beyond the festival. KIFF brings world-class films to villages and rural schools across Madhya Pradesh, making art accessible to all.
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Community · Impact
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Film Market & Awards
A co-production hub connecting Indian filmmakers with international distributors, streaming platforms and studios — culminating in a gala awards evening celebrating the best of independent cinema.
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Industry · Gala
Programme 1 of 5
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Dec · Mon
Opening Ceremony
17
Dec · Tue
World Premieres
18
Dec · Wed
Tapra Talkies
19
Dec · Thu
Masterclasses
20
Dec · Fri
Rural Outreach
21
Dec · Sat
Film Market
22
Dec · Sun
Awards Gala
Official Archives

Media Spotlight

Times of IndiaDec 2025

Anupam Kher's Khajuraho Trip Hits an Unexpected Snag

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Amar UjalaDec 14, 2025

Tourism Minister Lodhi to Inaugurate 11th Edition

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Economic TimesDec 2025

Anupam Kher's Flight to KIFF Cancelled Due to Weather

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Zee NewsDec 2025

Stars Converge for the 11th International Premiere

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NaiduniaDec 16, 2025

KIFF Showcases 200 Films from India and Abroad

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Samridh JharkhandDec 2025

Representatives from 20 Countries Join KIFF 2025

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