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Cine Talkies 2026

Theme — Cinema: Kal, Aaj aur Kal

Theme Exposition

This edition of Cine Talkies 2026 is being organized at a pivotal moment when the technology world in general and the entertainment industry in particular are confronted with the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The rapid expansion of AI opens up immense possibilities, while simultaneously raising critical creative and ethical questions. Alongside technological shifts, timeless dilemmas persist within our sector.

While blockbusters like Kantara Chapter 1, Chhava, Saiyaara, Coolie, Mahaavtaar Narsimha, Lokaah Chapter 1: Chandra, They Call Him OG, L2 Empuran, Dashavtar, and Dhurandhar redefined box-office milestones, other well-crafted films faced commercial hurdles.

Core Burning Questions

  • 🤖 Rise of AI: How will artificial intelligence reshape narrative craft, VFX, and employment in Bharatiya Cinema?
  • 🎭 Movies vs Propaganda: Examining the boundary between authentic artistic voice and ideological narratives.
  • 🧸 Children's Cinema: The success of animated epics like Mahaavtar Narsimha sparks the question: Why are children's films not being made anymore?
  • 🔍 Society & Screen: Are films a reflection of society, or does society reflect the screen? (Focusing on independent cinema like Home Bound).
Delegate Fee Structure

Transparent delegate categories for students, local professionals, and outstation delegates.

Students

₹ 1,000

Valid for full-time students of film, media, drama, or academic institutions (ID proof required).

Register as Student

Professionals

₹ 2,000

For film industry delegates excluding accommodation.

Register as Professional

Professionals

₹ 3,000

For film industry delegates including accommodation.

Register as Professional

Venue & Location

Whistling Woods International

Film City Complex, Aarey Milk Colony, Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400065.

Situated in the heart of Mumbai's iconic Film City, Whistling Woods International is one of Asia's premier film, communication, and creative arts institutes.

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Event Schedule (11–13 Dec 2026)

Three days of intensive debates, film screenings, keynote lectures, and networking.

D1
FRIDAY, 11 DECEMBER 2026

Day 1

Delegate Registration, Inaugural, Cultural Performance and Dinner

D2
SATURDAY, 12 DECEMBER 2026

Day 2

Plenary Sessions, Cultural Performance

D3
SUNDAY, 13 DECEMBER 2026

Day 3

Plenary Sessions, Cultural Performance, Valedictory