"Celebrating the Unity of Voices through Cinema"
When Swami Vivekananda spoke in the Chicago World Parliament of Religions on September 11, 1893, he made history by promoting religious harmony, fraternity, and brotherhood among all people. In order to emphasize the commonality of humanity, he called for respect for all faiths. His timeless message still inspires people today, encouraging tolerance, acceptance, and international collaboration in the divided world of today.
The Swami Vivekananda International Film Festival & Awards (SVIFF) is India’s pioneering global film platform that blends cinema with vision, values, and social change. After a highly successful first edition in 2025 – screening over 50 films across 8 venues in West Bengal, with 38 awards presented – SVIFF returns in 2026 with an expanded vision. This year, apart from the main festival, 3 Post-Festival Venues will also host selected screenings, ensuring that the best films reach even wider audiences.
SVIFF is not just a festival, but a movement. Rooted in the spirit of Swami Vivekananda, it celebrates cinema as a force for empathy, awareness, and transformation. From schools and colleges to international filmmakers, the festival brings together students, professionals, educators, and dreamers in meaningful dialogue through film.
Cinema is a universal language that cuts beyond national boundaries, cultural norms, and ideological divides. It possesses the capacity to bring people together, initiate deep dialogues, and shed light on the human condition—values that are firmly anchored in Swami Vivekananda's teachings. The goal of SVIFFA (Swami Vivekananda International Film Festival & Awards) is to provide a forum for filmmakers, artists, and viewers to discuss, contemplate, and appreciate the craft of cinematic storytelling.
Every movie that is submitted to SVIFF is put through a rigorous assessment procedure by a group of renowned experts. To guarantee a varied and powerful lineup, we carefully choose the most interesting and thought-provoking movies in a variety of areas. Our aim is to showcase a carefully chosen selection that speaks to viewers and captures the richness and beauty of human existence.
Whether you are a filmmaker, an artist, or a passionate cinephile, SVIFFA welcomes you to be part of this extraordinary journey. Experience the magic of cinema, engage in meaningful dialogues, and witness the power of storytelling that connects us all.
Submit your film. Attend the festival. Celebrate world cinema.
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