The MAMI Mumbai Film Festival has been a special part of Mumbai’s cultural life since 1997. Every year, it brings the best films from around the world to Indian audiences.
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The popular MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, a major event for movie lovers in the city, will not happen in 2025. This news was shared by the festival’s director, Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, on Monday.
Dungarpur posted a message on social media explaining the reason for the break. He said that the team is planning to completely change and refresh the festival. The idea is to come back in 2026 with a new team and a new vision that will take the festival to the next level.
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“We are revamping the festival with a dynamic vision and a new team to make sure MAMI continues as a top platform for independent, regional, and classic cinema from India and around the world,” Dungarpur said in his post.
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The Festival Director of MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, makes an important announcement:#MAMI #MumbaiFilmFestival pic.x.com/c3Z1ZDwzxK
— MAMI Mumbai Film Festival (@MumbaiFilmFest) July 21, 2025
He also thanked the fans for their support and patience, promising to announce the 2026 dates soon.
This announcement has disappointed many in the film world. Filmmaker Tanuja Chandra shared her feelings on social media, saying, “It’s sad that the festival will not be there this year. It’s something many of us look forward to every year. But I send my best wishes to the team and hope they come back stronger.”
The MAMI Mumbai Film Festival has been a special part of Mumbai’s cultural life since 1997. Every year, it brings the best films from around the world to Indian audiences. From independent films to regional cinema and world classics, MAMI has provided a platform for all kinds of storytellers. It’s also a place where new talent is discovered and celebrated.
Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI) has been organising the festival, and over the years, it has become a key event for filmmakers, actors, critics, and cinema fans.
Many people look forward to the festival as a time when the city becomes a hub for exciting discussions about films and filmmaking.
For now, cinema lovers will have to wait a little longer. But there is hope that the next MAMI festival will return with fresh energy and new experiences.
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