26/11/2025
The second edition of the Film and Television Festival of Arunachal, concluded on November 26, 2025, in Pasighat.
INTY YIRANG
Pasighat, 26 November: The event was organized by the FTGA in collaboration with the Department of IPR, East Siang, and sponsored by the North Eastern Council, Ministry of DoNER, Government of India. This year's festival emphasized the importance of local content, with the theme 'Back to the Roots: Celebrating Local Stories, Global Impact', highlighting the significance of regional cinema in shaping identity, culture, and global awareness.
In addition to the screenings, the festival also organized art, essay, and poetry competitions on the theme My Arunachal on the Big Screen: How Films Shape the Future of Arunachal Youth. These competitions aim to encourage young talents to explore filmmaking, storytelling, and creative expression.During the event Tapi Darang, MLA of 38 Pasighat, attended as the Chief Guest. In his address, he praised the festival and the participating filmmakers, expressing admiration for the diverse film categories presented. He urged the youth to consider filmmaking as a positive pursuit and appealed to them to stay away from drugs, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right path for a better future.
The Guest of Honour, Basalung Jamoh, President of BBK, commended the organisers for hosting the festival and encouraged young individuals to pursue active involvement not just in watching films but also in filmmaking as a viable career path. Special Guest Kaling Taking, Executive Engineer, also addressed the gathering, encouraging the youth to explore career opportunities in film and entrepreneurship. He appreciated the filmmakers whose works were showcased at the festival and acknowledged the growing creative ecosystem in Arunachal Pradesh.
The 2nd FTFA features films under the following competitive categories: Best Feature Movie, Best Documentary, Best Short Film (Theme-Based), and Best Short Film (Open Category). With dynamic participation from artists, filmmakers, students, and the general public, the 2nd Film & Television Festival of Arunachal represents another significant step toward enriching the cinematic landscape of the state, highlighting local stories with global impact potential.