National, November 11, 2024: After a stellar inaugural edition that took cinephiles on a cinematic sojourn to different corners of the world, Red Lorry Film Festival, the country’s premiere international film festival curated by BookMyShow, India’s leading entertainment destination, is here with its second edition that is all set to carry audiences on an exhilarating ride through captivating narratives from around the globe. With each frame, the festival’s premiere edition that made its debut in Mumbai in 2024 saw hearts swelling with empathy, minds opened to fresh perspectives and souls connected through shared experiences at the movies. As the credits rolled, the festival’s first edition left behind an echoing applause – a testament to the power of storytelling and cinema’s ability to unite us all.
The debut edition of the festival saw over 100 masterpiece titles from across the world spanning over 10 languages such as Scandinavian (Danish, Norwegian Swedish), French, Spanish, German, Turkish, Russian and beyond, as the meticulously curated content slate branched into Premieres, Hollywood Blockbusters, World Cinema, Late Night Showcase, Columbia 100, TV Series, Scandinavian Noir, Hola Spain, Documentaries, Retrospectives & Tributes. Each category offered a unique and immersive journey into the world of cinema, captivating audiences and igniting their imaginations. With more than 70 films curated for an Indian premiere, Red Lorry Film Festival also hosted engaging masterclasses and panel discussions appreciating films and its all-encompassing magnitude of talent from directors and cast to extended crew, and beyond.
The second edition in 2025, promises a breath-taking journey through the world of cinema and a beautiful discovery of rich content, with Red Lorry Film Festival Take 2 in Mumbai and an exciting new chapter that will unfold in Hyderabad, aptly titled Red Lorry Film Festival: Parallel Verse. Here, stories will leap off the screen, transcending borders and time, bringing with them the magic, heartbreak and joy that only the best films can evoke.
Starting from March 21st to 23rd, 2025, the second edition of Red Lorry Film Festival will unfold at the state-of-the-art cinemas in Mumbai, making its debut in Hyderabad. Head to Red Lorry Film Festival for all updates and book your tickets as soon as they go live, exclusively on BookMyShow.
This year, the festival is thrilled to unveil its Competition Segment, inviting submissions, designed to recognise and celebrate exceptional talent and artistry in filmmaking. It will not only honour the craft of filmmaking, but also provide a global platform for both emerging and established talent to shine in our cinema-loving country.
This year’s competition segment will recognise extraordinary work across two key categories, thoughtfully crafted to celebrate diverse facets of cinema:
- The Front Runners (Best Film): Recognising the best feature film that showcases groundbreaking storytelling and technical mastery
- Fresh Frames (Best Debut Film): Honouring first-time filmmakers who bring new visions and bold narratives to the screen
Calling all filmmakers! This is your moment to shine; don’t miss the chance to showcase your artistry and vie for top honours. Unleash your cinematic genius and make your mark in the world of films. Head to the ‘Submit your film’ section on the website for the detailed submission process.
Early participation will give applicants a chance to get ahead of competition and towards that, the exclusive early bird applications will be open until December 7th 2024! The final deadline to submit your masterpiece is January 7th 2025, so mark your calendars and get ready to shine on the global stage.
As a testament to BookMyShow’s commitment to fostering a love for cinema, Red Lorry Film Festival will showcase a captivating line-up of films, TV series, documentaries, restored classics and retrospectives of international masterminds that will cater to an expansive cinematic palate that India is known for! The festival promises to be an unparalleled celebration of storytelling that will bring together audiences to experience titles that cross borders and bridge cultures.
Commenting on the return of the festival, Ashish Saksena, COO – Cinemas, BookMyShow, said, “Cinema is an integral part of India’s culture and over the years, we have observed a growing appetite among Indian audiences for world cinema. This realisation gave birth to Red Lorry Film Festival. The inaugural edition emerged from a simple idea: delivering curated world cinema on a beautifully crafted platter, all under one roof for Indian cinephiles. And to say our audience embraced it wholeheartedly would be an understatement. BookMyShow understands and we’ve seen over the years that Hyderabad is a city that lives and breathes cinema and so taking Red Lorry Film Festival to the city, fit like a perfect puzzle piece. We are also pleased to announce the introduction of the competition segment at the second edition of the film festival. We aim to honour exceptional talent and diverse storytelling that cinema encompasses. We invite all filmmakers to submit their work and join us in celebrating the transformative power of cinema. Our goal remains unchanged; to create unforgettable cinematic experiences that connect audiences with the magic of storytelling in its most transformative form.”
Red Lorry Film Festival is an international film festival dedicated to showcasing the finest in global cinema. Bringing together filmmakers, industry professionals and cinephiles from around the world, the festival celebrates diverse storytelling across all genres and languages. With a strong focus on fostering cultural exchange and artistic innovation, Red Lorry Film Festival provides a platform for emerging talent and established filmmakers alike to share their vision with a worldwide audience. The premier edition saw a host of new releases, winning titles at globally recognised film festivals and also had the cast and crew of noted Indian titles gracing the festival including director Atul Sabharwal and exceptional acting talent including Kabir Bedi, Rahul Bose, Aparshakti Khurana, Rasika Dugal and Arjun Mathur along with Music Director and Composer Vipin Mishra and actor Satyadeep Misra launching their docuseries at the film festival.
Stay tuned for more information to follow on booking your ticket to a cinematic odyssey as the slate of unmissable titles will be revealed along with engaging masterclasses and workshops at the film festival!
