Swapnil Salkar didn’t plan to become a filmmaker—he found his way there through confusion, curiosity, and an unshakable urge to tell stories. From leaving medicine behind to premiering at global festivals, his journey is a testament to chasing what truly feels like home.
Tag: horror
Cinephile Film Club to Screen Nosferatu with Live Music in Panjim
The Cinephile Film Club of the Entertainment Society of Goa will host a special screening of the 1922 silent classic Nosferatu on 19 February at Maquinez Palace Theatre, Panjim, featuring live improvised music by Martin Melendez and Guy Hershberg.
Smoke and Mirrors Wins Best Student Short Film at Goa International Film Competition
Smoke and Mirrors, a psychological thriller directed by Goan filmmaker Rameez Shaikh, has won the Best Student Short Film award at the Goa International Film Competition, bringing national attention to student cinema from the region.
IFFI Closes International Section on a High with Thailand’s Surreal Gem A Useful Ghost
Thailand’s A Useful Ghost wrapped the International section at IFFI with a whimsical, surreal story of love, loss, and an unusual ghost—a vacuum cleaner. Director Ratchapoom and his team reveal the playful visuals, emotional depth, and global journey behind this extraordinary film.
Tribeny Rai’s Shape of Momos Brings Everyday Sikkimese Lives to the Big Screen at IFFI 2025
Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai’s debut feature Shape of Momos premiered at the 56th International Film Festival of India, offering a heartfelt portrayal of everyday life in Sikkim while highlighting the challenges of a nascent regional film industry.
