UTV travels to Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) ~ Kaminey to screen at the prestigious festival ~

Mumbai, 11th February: Kaminey, one of the many path breaking movies from the UTV Motion Pictures stable, has been invited for a special screening at the 8th Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles in the ‘Bollywood by Night’ section. The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) appreciates Indian cinema and the culture by showcasing eminent films, supporting emerging filmmakers, recognizing the industry performers and promoting the diverse perspective of the Indian diaspora. The festival will be held at ArcLight Hollywood from April 22 to 25, 2010.

The Bollywood By Night section has more than 21 Bollywood films screened that are a blend of classic, fresh and noteworthy Bollywood films. IFFLA features a mix of film programs designed to build and support the growing interest in the Indian entertainment industry and cultivates an audience for Indian films while supporting Indian filmmakers in career development as they navigate the larger studio system in Hollywood.

According to Siddharth Roy Kapur, CEO, UTV Motion Pictures, “It is an honour to be invited for the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles. Kaminey received tremendous response in the domestic and international markets and this platform is another proof of its success. Kaminey is testament to what can be achieved when you bring together a visionary director, a talented cast and crew, a compelling script and great production values. We are extremely proud to have produced a film like Kaminey.”

Many of UTV’s critically acclaimed titles have been traveling the festival circuit, including Delh-6, Jodhaa Akbar, A Wednesday!, Welcome to Sajjanpur, Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!, Mumbai Meri Jaan, Fashion, Dev D and others. They have been screened at many prestigious Film Festivals such as the Venice Film Festival, Shanghai International Film Festival, South Asian Film Festival, Moscow International Film festival, the Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival (PIFFF), Indo- American Arts Council’s 9th Annual MIAAC Film Festival and at the Museum of Modern Arts.

For further details contact: Jyotika / Vaidehi 9619122379 / 9833360644