Mumbai: IFP (formerly India Film Project) has announced celebrated international actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt as a special speaker for its opening session at the fourteenth edition of the festival on 12 and 13 October in Mumbai. Building on its legacy of thirteen successful seasons, this premier festival for ‘Creativity X Culture’ marks Gordon-Levitt's first visit to India.
Gordon-Levitt is an actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur known for films such as 500 Days of Summer, Inception, Looper, Snowden, Don Jon, and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F and his online media platform HIT RECORD. He’s a two-time Primetime Emmy Award winner renowned for his versatility and stellar performances, will join the esteemed lineup of Indian film industry luminaries, including Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Kabir Khan, Tapsee Pannu, Aditi Rao Hydari, Saurabh Shukla, Shoojit Sircar, Guneet Monga, Ram Madhvani, Kunal Kemmu, Sharvari, and many more.
Sharing his excitement about coming to IFP, Gordon-Levitt expressed, “It feels surreal to be visiting India for the first time. I’ve long been a fan of Indian music and culture and have been engaging with Indian creators through our community, HIT RECORD. Being invited to speak at the 14th Season of IFP is truly an honor. The rise of independent cinema, storytelling, and art in India fascinates me. There’s something captivating about how its rich history blends with the world of film and music. I’m excited to experience this vibrant creativity firsthand at IFP."
Staying true to its innovative roots, IFP brings back its signature series of 50-hour challenges in filmmaking, music, design, performing arts, writing, and photography to this season, with over 54,000 creative minds participating globally. IFP Season 14 has something unique to offer to everyone – from thought-provoking discussions to immersive experiences.
