Celebrating the Art of Documentary Filmmaking

14th International Documentary Film Festival Noida

IDFFN is a distinguished international platform showcasing powerful documentary films from across the globe, honoring real stories that capture humanity, culture, and truth through cinematic excellence.

Where Reality Meets Creative Expression

A Global Platform for Real Stories - IDFFN

Documentary cinema forms the foundation of many filmmakers’ journeys. IDFFN preserves and promotes this vital art form that chronicles civilizations, rituals, human behavior, and real-life experiences.

Organized by Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT)

14 Years of Documentary Excellence

For over thirteen years, IDFFN has nurtured documentary filmmakers worldwide, growing from a national initiative into a respected international festival with global participation.

International Documentary Film Festival Noida
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Global Documentary Platform

Showcasing powerful documentary films from across the globe for aspiring filmmakers.

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13 Years of Excellence

Organized by AAFT, nurturing documentary filmmaking for over a decade.

13 Years of Excellence

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International Jury

Prestigious awards and recognition by industry experts from 90+ countries.

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Compelling narratives that reflect the depth and diversity of human experience.

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Celebrating Documentary Filmmaking Art

The International Documentary Film Festival Noida (IDFFN) is a distinguished platform showcasing powerful documentary films globally. Dedicated to preserving documentary filmmaking art that captures diverse cultures, real-life incidents, rituals, human behavior, and the essence of humanity.

Submission Deadline

Submission Deadline

31st May 2025
For 2026 Edition
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Asian Academy of
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Sushil Bharti
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Dr Sandeep Marwah
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Dr Sandeep Marwah

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Documentary Film Festival Program

IDFFN offers a comprehensive schedule featuring film screenings, masterclasses, and networking opportunities for documentary filmmakers and enthusiasts from around the world.

The festival provides dedicated tracks for emerging filmmakers, documentary screenings, workshops with industry experts, and opportunities to connect with international documentary communities and production houses.

International Documentary Screenings
Film Screening
  • 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • AAFT Campus, Noida

International Documentary Screenings

Opening day features curated documentary screenings from global filmmakers, followed by filmmaker introductions and Q&A sessions with international jury members...

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What Filmmakers Say About IDFFN

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Documentary Filmmaker

Priya Sharma

IDFFN provided an exceptional platform for my documentary on rural education. The exposure to international jury and networking opportunities opened doors to global distribution channels I never imagined possible.

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Michael Chen

As an international participant, I was impressed by the festival's organization and the quality of films selected. The masterclasses were invaluable, and connecting with fellow documentary makers from 90+ countries was inspiring.

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Asia's Premier International Documentary Film Festival showcasing reality through cinematic art.

The International Documentary Film Festival Noida brings together documentary filmmakers, producers, distributors, and enthusiasts from across the globe. Our festival serves as a vital platform for meaningful storytelling that captures diverse cultures, real-life incidents, and the essence of humanity through the powerful medium of documentary cinema.

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