INDOGERMAN FILMWEEK 2025
Namaste and a warm welcome to the 13th edition of the IndoGerman Film Week, where cinema meets culture and storytelling transcends borders. Hosted once again at the iconic Babylon Cinema in Berlin, the festival returns with renewed spirit and celebration, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in the richness and diversity of Indian cinema and cultural traditions.
This year’s curtain rises with a bold and beautiful tribute to grassroots storytelling. Our Grand Opening German Premiere: , "Nukkad Naatak - A Street Play", draws from the vibrant tradition of Indian street theatre—stories told in public spaces, free for all, resonating with real-life voices. The director reimagines this beloved form for the screen, creating an experience that speaks to India’s street theatrical roots and the universal power of human connection. As a special treat, the film’s cast will be present for a live Q&A, bringing audience and artist into a shared moment of dialogue.
IGFW: Ramayana - The Legend of Prince Rama, [OmU] (English), Jap/IND 1993, Animationsfilm, 135 min
IGFW: Berlin Premiere: Hortus Malabaricus, [OmeU], IND/NL 2025, R.: Dr. Sajin Philip, Documentary about Ayurveda, Narration: Dr.Godmi Tresa Sunny, 40 Min.
Sa, 05.07. 13:00 For This Screening you need The COLOR OF INDIA PASS Ticket HERE (Free Seats) valid for the ENTIRE PROGRAM of Films Workshops, Shows & Party
Künstlergespräch zur Fotoausstelung: (Mit dem Fotografen Rajat Dixit)
IGFW: IndoBerlin Shorts
IND/D 2025, The Hex, R: Nikhil Raj, 3:01min; Jinx, R: Manana, 22:39min; Swasthika v Hakenkreuz, R: Manana, 11:08min; The Last Call, R: Francy Varghese, 3:27min; Where God was Silent, R: Francy Varghese, 5:34min; 2112, R: Dinesh Reddy, 21:30min; Right Swipe, R: Sankeerth Vangala, 14:33min; No!, R: Karthik Kandru, 2:07min; The Last Beer, R: Karthik Kandru, 4:27mindiverse Kurzfilme (Titel tba),
Gesamt 88 Min. zzgl. Gespräche mit den Filmemachern nach jedem Kurzfilm
IGFW: Die Abenteuer des Prinzen Achmed, D 1926, R: Lotte Reiniger, Animationsfilm mit Live-Begleitung am Klavier durch Anna Vavilkina, 81 min
Celebrate the Stars – Big and Little is a heartwarming showcase of music, dance, and songs, where young performers light up the stage with their talent and joy. From tiny twirls to energetic beats, join us as we celebrate the magic of childhood through rhythm, melody, and movement!
IGFW: Faith Connections, [OmeU], IND 2013, R: Pan Nalin mit Bhole Baba, Hatha Yogi Baba, Pant Shirt Baba, 117 min
Ticket for theFILM INCLUDED in COLORS OF INDIA DAY PASS HERE EARLY BIRD TICKET 5,- EURO TILL 30.06.
🎟 At the Door: €10
IGFW: Berlin Premiere: Silver Hair Still Rocks, [OmeU] (Deutsch/Englisch), GER 2021, R: Andrea Rüthlein and Matthias Lukoschek mit Marianna Borgo, Judy Mariposa Freeman, Don Freeman, 95 min
Ticket for PREMIERE on the 5th of JULY included the DAY PASS - FREE SEATs HERE EARLY BIRD TICKET 5,- EURO TILL 30.06.
🎟 At the Door: €10
A celebration of unity in diversity — brought to life by Amikal through movement, storytelling, and soul.
🗓 Saturday, July 5, 2025 ENTRANCE FOR THE ENTIRE DAY ONLY FOR
🕛 12:00 – 24:00
📍 Kino Babylon, Berlin
kurzen Programmbeschreibung Colors of India 2025
1. Amikal Photo Exhibition – 5.7. to 20.7.2025 – Oval
A Stillness in the Chaos – Kumbh Through My Lens
Moments of Stillness in the World’s Largest Spiritual Gathering – Photographed by Rajat Dixit Curator : Anjana Singh
2. 13:00 & 17:00 – Artist Talk – Oval
A Stillness in the Chaos – Kumbh Through My Lens
Meet photographer Rajat Dixit as he shares the stories and inspirations behind his exhibition.
3. 12:00–17:30 – Talk – Amikal Information Center
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4. 12:30 – Amikal Block Printing Workshop – Mirror Room
Block Printing Bliss: Traditional Art with a Modern Twist
Try your hand at Indian block printing and create your own unique textile piece in this hands-on workshop. By: Indie_haus
5. 13:30 – Amikal Mehendi Workshop – Mirror Room
Henna Art Magic: A Hands-On Mehendi Workshop
Explore traditional mehendi art, learn beautiful patterns, and design your own henna masterpiece. By: Hennabynimisha
6. 14:00 –Amikal Ayurveda Talk – Kino 3
Ayurveda Essentials: Healing Wisdom for Mind & Body
Discover the basics of Ayurveda and receive personalized wellness tips from ancient Indian traditions. By DR. Sajin Philip
7. 14:30 – Amikal Yoga Workshop – Oval
Colors of Yoga: Movement, Balance & Inner Clarity
Experience the colourful wheel of life through yoga. Find clarity, strength, and calm in a chaotic world. By Michelle Krapf-Bangera
14:30 – Amikal Dance Workshop – Mirror Room
Move with Grace: Bharatnatyam to Bollywood
From classical grace to Bollywood energy – enjoy a fun and expressive dance experience for all levels! By: nrityamod_dance_academy
Speak German with Ease: Smart Tips for Everyday Conversations
Learn simple tricks and useful phrases to speak German with more confidence in daily life. By: online.lexis.academy
Celebrate the Stars – Big and Little is a heartwarming showcase of music, dance, and songs, where young performers light up the stage with their talent and joy. From tiny twirls to energetic beats, join us as we celebrate the magic of childhood through rhythm, melody, and movement!
A celebration of unity in diversity — brought to life by Amikal through movement, storytelling, and soul.
Have fun after the opening movie and enjoy with esteemed guests and party people a masala filled karaoke night to sing your troubles away. Masalakraut is bringing you all your favorite songs and you bring the voice! Let’s party the night away!
With Masalakraut
✨ Highlights of the Day:
• 🎨 Exhibition: A Stillness in the Chaos – Kumbh Through My Lens
📸 With photographer and artist Rajat Dixit present
• 🛍️ Meena Bazaar featuring authentic Indian street food
• 🎬 Film Quiz with great prizes
• 🎤 Karaoke for all – sing your favorite songs!
• 🎙️ Open Mic – the stage is yours!
• 👧 Children’s Program with dance and music performances
• 🎞️ Special Children’s Film Screening
• 🎬 Official Opening of the Indo German Film Festival
• 💃 Colorful Dance Performances by AMIKAL
• 🌟 Festival Tapestry: Stories of India through Art & Soul
• 🎭 Film Screening: Nukkad Natak – with actors present for a live Q&A
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🧘♀️ Workshops & Talks:
• 🌿 Mehendi Workshop (traditional henna art)
• 💃 Dance Workshops: Bollywood & Bharatnatyam
• 🍃 Ayurveda Film & Talk with experts
• 🖼️ Block Printing Workshop by Indie Haus
• ☀️ Yoga Session: Surya Namaskar – Salutation to the Sun
• 💬 Life in Germany: Tips for learning German & student life
• 🎨 Face Painting, School Cone Crafting, and much more!
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🎉 Colors of India – Tagespass 2025
🗓 Samstag, 5. Juli 2025
🕛 12:00 – 24:00 Uhr
📍 Kino Babylon, Berlin
👧 Kinder bis 12 Jahre erhalten freien Eintritt!
🎟 Early Bird Tagespass: 5 € (nur bis 30. Juni 2025)
🎟 Tageskasse: 10 €
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Erlebe einen Tag voller Farben, Klänge und Geschichten aus Indien!
Tauche ein in ein einzigartiges Festivalerlebnis mit Musik, Tanz, Film, Workshops, kulinarischen Genüssen und spannenden Begegnungen – für Groß und Klein.
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✨ Highlights des Tages:
• 🎨 Ausstellung: A Stillness in the Chaos – Kumbh Through My Lens
📸 Mit dem anwesenden Fotografen und Künstler Rajat Dixit
• 🛍️ Meena Bazaar mit authentischem indischen Street Food
• 🎬 Filmquiz mit tollen Gewinnchancen
• 🎤 Karaoke für alle – sing deine Lieblingssongs!
• 🎙️ Offenes Mikrofon – Bühne frei für deine Talente
• 👧 Kinderprogramm mit Tanz- und Gesangsauftritten
• 🎞️ Kinderfilm-Special
• 🎬 Offizielle Eröffnung des Indo German Film Festival
• 💃 Farbenfrohe Tanzshows von AMIKAL
• 🌟 Festival Tapestry: Stories of India through Art & Soul
🎭 Filmvorführung: Nukkad Natak – mit Darsteller*innen vor Ort
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🧘♀️ Workshops & Talks:
• 🌿 Mehendi-Workshop (traditionelle Henna-Kunst)
• 💃 Tanzworkshops: Bollywood & Bharatnatyam
• 🍃 Ayurveda-Film & Vortrag mit Expert*innen
• 🖼️ Blockdruck-Workshop mit Indie Haus
• ☀️ Yoga-Session: Surya Namaskar – Gruß an die Sonne
• 💬 Alltag in Deutschland: Tipps zum Deutschlernen & Leben als Studierende
• 🎨 Face Painting, Schultüten-Basteln & vieles mehr!
IGFW Grand Opening German Premiere: Nukkad Naatak - A Street Play, [OmeU] (Hindi), IND 2024, R: Tanmaya Shekhar mit Molshri, Shivang Rajpal, Nirmala Hajra, 107 min
Lights, Camera, Karaoke!
IGFW: European Premiere: Jai Mata Ji - Lets Rock, [OmeU] (Gujarati), IND 2025, R: Manish Saini mit Utkarsh Mazumdar, Neela Mulherkar, Vyoma Nandi, 118 min
IGFW: Deutschland Premiere: Durgapur Junction, [OmeU] (Bengali), IND 2025, R: Arindam Bhattacharya mit Swastika Mukherjee, Vikram Chatterjee, Akshay Kapoor, 102 min in presence of Co-Producer
IGFW: Berlin Premiere: Boong, [OmeU], IND 2024, R: Lakshmipriya Devi mit Gugun Kipgen,Bala Hijam Ningthoujam, Angom Sanamatum, 94 min
IGFW: Indien von Innen 2, Multimedia-Lesung Live mit Rainer Thielmann, Bilder, Songs, Poesie, Infos, 120 Min., (8 Euro Eintritt/ Studenten 7 Euro)
IGFW: Vikram, [OmeU] (Tamil), IND 2022, R: Lokesh Kanagaraj mit Kamal Haasan, Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, 175 Min. Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: European Premiere: Appuram, [OmeU] (Malayalam), IND 2024, R: Indu Laxmi mit Anagha Ravi, Jagadish, Mini I.G, 72 Min., in Anwesenheit der Regisseurin mit Q&A
IGFW: German Premiere: The Real Super Star, [OmeU] (Hindi), F/IND 2023, R: Cedric Dupire mit Amitabh Bachchan, 69 min, plus short film Re-Bell 15min
IGFW: European Premiere: Jarann, 2025, [OmeU] (Marathi), IND 2025, R: Hrishikesh Gupte mit Amruta Subhash, Anita Date-Kelkar, Kishore Kadam, 125 min, Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: International Premiere: Ahana, [OmeU] (Bengali), IND 2024, R: Promita Bhowmik mit Sudipta Chakraborty, Joy Sengupta, Saumya Sengupta, 125 min
IGFW: European Premiere: Feminist Fatima, [OmeU] (Malayalam), IND 2024, R: Fasil Mohammed mit Shamla Hamza, Kumar Sunil, 97 min
IGFW: Berlin Premiere: Sabar Bonda (Kaktusfrüchte), [OmeU] (Marathi), IND/UK/CAN 2025, R: Rohan Kanawade mit Bhushaan Manoj, Suraaj Suman, Jayshri Jagpat, 113 min
IGFW: Premam, [OmeU] (Malayalam), IND 2015, R: Alphonse Puthren mit Nivin Pauly, Sai Pallavi, Madonna Sebastian, 164 min, Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: European Premiere: Gulkand, [OmeU], (Marathi), IND 2025, R: Sachin Goswami mit Sameer Chowgule, Sai Tamhankar, Prasad Oak, 146 min
IGFW: European Premiere: Uttavar - Relatives, [OmeU] (Malayalam), IND 2025, R: Anil Dev mit Roy Mathew, Jishnu Vijayan Nair, Arun Narayanan, 102 min
IGFW: European Premiere: Lacchi, [OmeU] (Kannada), IND 2024, R: Krishne Gowda mit Krishna Gowda, Thejashwini Ramesh, Greeshma Sridhar, 106 min
IGFW: Chello Diwas, [OmeU] (Gujarati), IND 2015, R: Krishnadev Yagnik mit Yash Soni, Masher Thakar, Janki Bodiwala, 138 min, Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: Indian Shorts
IND 2024/25, 103 Min. (gesamt), European& World Premieres: Gagan Gaman, [OmeU] (Rajastani), R.:Suruchi Sharma, 30 Min., 11.53 [OmeU] (Deutsch) Michael OConnor, 9 Min.; Chaaya / Shadow [OmeU] (Marathi), R.: Pushkar Shrotri, 18 Min.; Anubhaba [OmeU] (Odiya), R.: Pinky Pradhan & Jinu Daniel, 18 Min., The Child of Yak Yak [OmeU] (Ladakhi-Tibet), R.: Chris Boula, 28 Min.
IGFW: Slumdog Millionaire UK/IND 2008 R. Danny Boyle mit Dev Patel, Frieda Pinta, Rubina Ali, Saurabh Shukla, 120 min
IGFW: Retrospektive Dibakar Banerjee: Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!, [OmeU] (Hindi), IND 2008, R: Dibakar Banerjee mit Abhay Deol, Presh Rawal, Nitu Chandra, 135 min
IGFW: K.G.F Chapter 1, [OmeU] (Kannada), IND 2018, R: Prashanth Neel mit Yash, Srinidhi Shetty, Ramachandra Raju, 155 Min, Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: European Premiere: Kamthaan, [OmeU] (Gujarati), IND 2024, R: Dhrunad Kamle mit Hitu Konadia, Darshan Jariwala, Sanjay Goradia, 121 min
IGFW Retrospektive Dibakar Banjerjee: Khosla Ka Ghosla, 2006, OmeU, IND, R: Dibakar Banerjee mit Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Parvin Dabas, 135 min
GFW: German Premiere: Dilli Dark, [OmeU] (Hindi), IND 2023, R: Dibakar Das Roy mit Samuel Abiola Robinson, Geetika Video Ohlyan, Shantunu Aman, 100 min
IGFW: German Premiere: The Umesh Chronicles, [OmeU] Engl./Kashmiri/Hindi), IND, R: Pooja Kaul mit Aiza Khan, Kriti Panth, Amitabh Bachchan, 124 min in presence of the filmmaker with Q&A
IGFW: K.G.F Chapter 2, [OmeU] (Kannada), IND 2022, R: Prashanth Neel mit Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, 168 min, Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: Retrospektive Dibakar Banerjee: LSD: Love, Sex aur Dhokha, [OmeU], IND 2010, R: Dibakar Banerjee mit Nushrratt Bharuccha, Anshuman Jha, Neha Chauhan, 155 min
IGFW: Free Admission, European Premiere: Tees, [OmeU] (Hindi/Kashmiri), IND 2024, R: Dibakar Banerjee mit Shashank Arora, Kalki Koechlin, Manisha Koirala, 142 min, followed by a Q&A with director Dibakar Banerjee (Freier Eintritt!)
IGFW: RRR, [OmeU] (Telugu), IND 2022, R: S.S. Rajamouli mit N.T. Rama Rao Jr., Ram Charan, Jay Devgn, 187 min, Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: Retrospektive Dibakar Banjeree: LSD2: Love, Sex aur Dhokha 2, [OmeU] (Hindi), IND 2024, R: Dibakar Banerjee mit Paritosh Tiwari, Bonita Rajpurohit, Abhinav Singh, 119 Min
IGFW Closing Film: My Melbourne, [OmeU], AUS 2024, R: Onir, Imtiaz Ali, Arif Ali, Rima Das mit Arka Das, Arushi Sharma, Kat Stewart, 119 min followed by a Q&A with director Onir
IGFW Award Ceremony anschl. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, [OmeU] (Hindi), IND 2011, R: Zoya Akhtar mit Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol, 153 min Community Event mit Live Action by Masala Kraut
IGFW: Retrospektive Dibakar Banerjee: Shanghai, [OmeU] (Hindi), IND 2012, R: Dibakar Banerjee mit Abhat Deol, Ermahn Hashmi, Kalki Koechlin, 120 min
IndoGerman Filmweek PASS 2025
Festival-Pass – Dieser Pass berechtigt zum einmaligen Besuch aller Filme der IndoGerman Filmweek 2025, Solange der Vorrat reicht!
Der Rechtsweg ist ausgeschlossen.
IndoGerman Filmweek PASS 2025 EINTRITT für Alle Filme einmalig + INCLUDED THE OPENING COLORS OF INDIA !
IGFW: Indian Docu Shorts, [OmeU], IND 2024/25, 92 Min (gesamt), European&Berlin Premieres, What If I can tell you (Hindi, English and Punjabi), R.:Teena Kaur 51 Min., In Flanders Fields (English), R.: Sachin, 14 Min., Noises from the basement (Hindi, Marathi), R.: Abhay P., 15 Min., Healing Hands (Nagamese), R.: Chandhan Gowda, 12 Min.