On Saturday, 31 January 2026 at 12:30 PM, a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “Cinema: From Script to Screen” will be held at INOX, Prozone Mall.

This session will explore the complete cinematic journey — from the written word to the final visual experience — bringing together distinguished professionals from key creative disciplines of filmmaking. The panel features Padma Shri Resul Pookutty (Sound Designer), Aarti Bajaj (Editor), Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury (Director), Rafey Mehmood (Cinematographer), and Urmi Juvekar (Screenwriter).

The discussion will be moderated by Festival Director Sunil Sukthankar, who will guide the conversation through the collaborative process that shapes a film — highlighting the creative decisions, challenges, and craftsmanship involved at every stage.

Designed for filmmakers, students, and cinema enthusiasts alike, this panel offers an insightful behind-the-scenes perspective on how stories evolve from scripts into powerful cinematic experiences on screen.