Gangtok, August 20: Independent filmmaker Tribeny Rai from Sikkim has achieved a remarkable milestone as her debut feature film, Shape of Momo, has been officially selected for the Vision Section of the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025, Asia’s largest and most prestigious film festival.
The Vision Section is dedicated to showcasing daring, original works from independent Asian cinema, highlighting both emerging and mid-career directors. The inclusion of Shape of Momo places Rai among some of the most promising contemporary filmmakers across Asia.
Adding to its international recognition, the film is also set to be screened at the San Sebastián International Film Festival in Spain this September, further cementing its global journey.
Rai, who hails from Sikkim, is a graduate in Direction and Screenplay Writing from the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI), India. Speaking about the selection, she expressed her gratitude and excitement, noting that this opportunity marks a powerful beginning to her filmmaking career and reflects the growing visibility of independent voices from the region.
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BIFF, held annually in Busan, South Korea, is globally renowned for discovering bold new cinematic voices and building bridges between Asian cinema and the world. For Rai, the selection of Shape of Momo not only signifies personal achievement but also contributes to the expanding recognition of Northeast Indian cinema on the international stage.
