Active Participation of Indian Filmmakers Highlights Growing Global Interest in Indian Cinema

New Delhi, Feb 13, 2026, PIB

Marking a powerful and multidimensional presence at the European Film Market (EFM) 2026, held alongside the Berlin International Film Festival, India formally inaugurated the Bharat Pavilion, its official platform at the market, underlining the country’s expanding global role across cinema, culture, and creative technologies. The Pavilion was inaugurated by H.E. Ambassador Shri Ajit Vinayak Gupte, Ambassador of India to Germany, in the presence of prominent international market leaders, cultural representatives, and the Indian film and innovation delegation.The inauguration ceremony reflected the growing depth of India–Germany engagement in the creative and cultural sectors. Among the distinguished attendees were Ms. Tanja Meissner, Director of Berlinale Pro and Head of the European Film Market, who leads one of the world’s most influential film markets; Mr. Peter Domsch, Head of Sales & Design, EFM, instrumental in shaping international participation and strategic industry engagement; and Ms. Trisha Sakhlecha, Director of the Tagore Centre, whose work has been central to strengthening artistic and cultural dialogue between India and Germany. The event was also attended by senior officials from the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), members of the Embassy of India in Berlin, and a diverse Indian delegation representing the country’s evolving creative ecosystem.Indian Filmmakers Expand Global Partnerships 
India’s presence at EFM this year stands out for its strong blend of storytelling excellence and innovation-led participation. A major highlight is the participation of nine Indian filmmakers, who are actively engaging with international producers, sales agents, distributors, and festival programmers. Their presence reflects India’s growing integration into global co-production networks and the rising international appetite for Indian stories across languages and genres. Through structured market meetings and project discussions, these filmmakers are exploring partnerships that extend beyond traditional film trade, into cross-border collaboration and long-term creative alliances