NFDC-National Film Archive of India

NFDC–NFAI welcomed Shri Chanchal Kumar, Secretary, I&B, to NFAI. He toured the projection room, theatre, vaults, library & more, and visited the Phase II facility where digitization under the National Film Heritage Mission is in progress.

#ANSWER Raghuvaran and Rathna appear in the Tamil film Ezhavathu Manithan (1982) directed by K. Hariharan. Thank you for your enthusiastic responses!

#QUIZTIME Name the film. #BONUS Identify the actors. #HINT Known for his distinctive style and mannerisms, the male actor became popular among audiences for his performances in "villain" roles. Here, he plays the role of an idealist engineer. #QuizTimeAtTheArchives

The #ANSWER is Ashalata Biswas (Mehrunnisa Bhagat)!

Welcome back to #QUIZTIME! #QUESTION: Identify the actor, singer and producer!  #HINT She began her career in the 1930s, appearing in several films produced by Sagar Film company.  We look forward to your responses! #QuizTime AtTheArchives

To celebrate the birth centenary of one of the most enduring icons of Indian cinema, #GuruDutt, join us at the NFDC-National Archive of India for a 4 day restrospective! Dates: 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th August 2025 Venue: NFDC- National Film Archive of India, Pune Entry free!

The landmark comedy War Paar (1954) featured Guru Dutt in the role of a taxi driver and mechanic. With an unforgettable music score by O.P. Nayyar, the film is a delightful ode to the city of Bombay with its ensemble of eccentric characters played by an extraordinary cast.

We are happy to announce the 4K restoration of six landmark films starring and directed by the filmmaker, actor, writer, choreographer and cinema icon, #GuruDutt. The #GuruDutt@100 celebrations will be held across cinemas (PVR Inox and Cinepolis) from 8th to 10th August 2025!

Amjad Khan appears as Kundan Kapadia in Mohan Joshi Haazir Ho! (1984) directed by Saeed Akhtar Mirza. Thank you for your enthusiastic responses!

#QUIZTIME  #QUESTION: Name the film. #BONUS: Identify the actor.  #HINT: The film featured the novelist Bhisham Sahni in the titular role.  We look forward to your responses! #QuizTimeAtTheArchives

Join us at NFDC-National Film Archive of India, Pune for a tribute to the work of photographer, cinematographer, writer and filmmaker Navroze Contractor! Dates: 11, 12, 13 July 2025 Venue: NFAI, Law College Road, Pune #NavrozeContractor #NFAIScreenings

Restored in 4K by the NFDC-National Film Archive of India and celebrated in Amul’s iconic topicals, Umrao Jaan continues to inspire and captivate audiences today. Now celebrating another week of success across @_PVRCinemas #UmraoJaan #FilmRestoration #NFHM #AmulTopical

Join us at NFDC–National Film Archive of India on July 4 for FD Fridays! Nostalgia For the Future (2017) Dirs: Avijit Mukul Kishore & Rohan Shivkumar City on the Water (1975, 35mm) Dir: Charles Correa Indian News Review 300 (1954) Followed by a Q&A with Avijit Mukul Kishore.

The Secretary commended Shri. Prakash Magdum, MD, NFDC and the NFDC-NFAI team for their dedication and highlighted NFHM as a critical step in safeguarding India’s rich cinematic legacy. #MinistryOfInformationAndBroadcasting #NFHM

He also visited the projection room and NFDC-NFAI theatre, which serve as key spaces for curated public screenings and outreach. #NFDCNFAI

Shri Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, visited NFDC–National Film Archive of India (NFDC-NFAI), Pune, to review the progress of the National Film Heritage Mission (NFHM). #NFHM #IndianCinema

Honoured to welcome Shri L. Murugan, Hon’ble MoS for I&B, to NFDC–National Film Archive of India. He toured the archive & reviewed preservation efforts to safeguard India’s cinematic heritage. #NFDC #NFAI #FilmPreservation #IndianCinema #MoIB #NFHM

Join us at NFDC-National Film Archive of India for the 2K restored screening of Olangthagee Wangmadasoo (1979), directed by Aribam Syam Sharma, this Saturday at 6 PM. 📅 28 June 2025 📍 NFDC-NFAI, Pune #AribamSyamSharma