Ten days of cinema: Habitat Film Festival kicks off May 15

The 18th edition of the Habitat Film Festival is set to transform Delhi into a cinephile’s paradise from May 15 to 24. Hosted at the iconic India Habitat Centre, the festival brings together critically acclaimed films, restored classics, documentaries, shorts, workshops, and conversations with filmmakers from across India. (instagram: habitatworld)

A Celebration of Indian Cinema: This year’s festival showcases films from multiple Indian languages and regions, highlighting both legendary filmmakers and emerging voices in cinema. Expect a mix of mainstream favourites, indie gems, documentaries, and shorts. (wikimedia commons)

Ritwik Ghatak Retrospective: One of the biggest highlights is a retrospective dedicated to legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak. Iconic films like Meghe Dhaka Tara and Subarnarekha will be screened as part of the tribute. (wikimedia commons)

Tribute to Music and Cinema Legends: The festival also honours legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle with a screening of Umrao Jaan, alongside tributes to actors Dharmendra and Asrani through classic films like Chupke Chupke. (wikimedia commons)

Contemporary Films to Watch Out For: The lineup includes acclaimed new age films such as Moham, Vanya, and Baksho Bondi, giving audiences a chance to experience fresh storytelling from across India. (instagram: film_fusion28)

More Than Just Screenings: Apart from films, the festival includes filmmaker conversations, workshops, exhibitions, retrospectives, and book discussions, making it a complete cultural experience for cinema lovers. (instagram: habitatworld)

Why Cinephiles Love HFF? Over the years, the festival has become a favourite among students, filmmakers, critics, and movie enthusiasts for its carefully curated programming and collective viewing experience. Many attendees online describe it as one of Delhi’s most rewarding film events. (instagram: habitatworld)