Dazzling Lineup of Films from India at the Toronto International Film Festival 2023

The impending arrival of the Toronto International Film Festival brings with it the chance to collectively revel in a wide array of cinematic adventures, as it consistently does. Renowned for thrusting exceptional cinematic works into the limelight, the festival boasts an impressive selection of Indian films this year, intensifying our anticipation even further.

Here are all the Indian creations that have secured a spot in the festival’s lineup, spanning from September 7 to 17:

Thank You For Coming

Section: Gala Presentations

Featuring Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaz Gill, and Pradhuman Singh Mall, the movie delves into the journey of Kanika Kapoor, a woman in her thirties, as she navigates the pursuit of genuine love and fulfilment.

Lost Ladies

Section: Centrepiece

Taking place in rural India in 2001, Kiran Rao’s second directorial endeavour unfolds as a comedic tale involving two young brides caught in a web of mistaken identities. The film features Pratibha Ranta and Nitanshi Goel in lead roles.

Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam / The World Is Family

Section: TIFF Docs

Anand Patwardhan, a documentary filmmaker, presents a poignant depiction of his parents, exploring the intricate connection between their lives and India’s struggle for independence.

Kill

Section: Midnight Madness

In the cinematic narrative directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat and brought to life through the production efforts of Karan Johar, Guneet Monga, Achin Jain, and Apoorva Mehta, a train en route to New Delhi transforms into a battleground. Here, a duo of commandos engage in a fierce confrontation against a marauding horde of bandits. The cast includes Lakshya Lalwani, Tanya Maniktala, and Raghav Juyal.

Sthal / A Match

Section: Discovery

In Jayant Digambar Somalkar’s inaugural full-length film, the narrative revolves around a young woman’s struggle for autonomy within a patriarchal society that strongly advocates for arranged marriages as the sole choice.

Dear Jassi

Section: Platform

Tarsem Singh Dhandwar’s cinematic creation, presented in both Punjabi and English languages, marks his initial foray into an Indian setting. The film draws inspiration from a true story, depicting the ardent journey of a young couple determined to overcome all odds to be united.