Karnali International Film Festival 2025

Cinema at the
Top of the World

A celebration of storytelling, culture, and environmental advocacy from the heart of the Himalayas.

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🎬Film50+ Screenings

🏔️TourismKarnali Province

🌿Climate ChangeAdvocacy & Action

📖Story BankHeritage Archive

🏆Awards20+ Categories

🌐20+ NationsGlobal Reach

Beyond the Screen

The Karnali International Film Festival is more than an event — it is a movement. Rooted in one of the most remote and dramatic landscapes on earth, KIFF bridges the gap between local heritage and global cinema.

We champion films that explore mountain culture, climate change, and human resilience, providing a prestigious platform for emerging talent while strengthening Nepal's creative industries.

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“A breathtaking celebration of cinema in the heart of the Himalayas.”

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October 13, 2025

Karnali International Film Festival: Amplifying the Voice for Climate Action

A curated block of documentaries addressing climate change and indigenous mountain communities.

October 14, 2025

Film Story Bank Competition

Filmmakers pitch their Karnali-based stories to international producers.

Oct 12–14

KIFF Team Meets Renowned Bollywood Writer-Director Amol Gupte

Karnali International Film Festival Team Meets Renowned Bollywood Writer-Director Amol Gupte A delegation from the Karnali International Film Festival (KIFF), led by Festival Director Chakra Bahadur Chand, and including Jury Member and filmmaker Bikash Subedi, held an important meeting with renowned Bollywood writer and director Amol Gupte. The meeting focused on contemporary issues and explored […]

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