Under the leadership of Anil Mishra and Shashi Sharma, DPIFF has become a global platform for Indian cinema.

Mumbai: The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF), one of the most prestigious and influential platforms in Indian cinema, has achieved another historic milestone. The announcement of Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad of Baroda joining the festival’s advisory board further strengthens DPIFF’s prestige, ideological depth, and global recognition.This significant achievement is due to the vision, tireless efforts, and years of continuous hard work of the festival’s Managing Director, Anil Mishra. Under his leadership, DPIFF has established a unique and respected identity not only in India but also internationally. Anil Mishra’s clear vision has been that cinema should not only be a medium of entertainment but also a powerful tool for education, social awareness, and positive change and today, this vision is being recognized globally.Through Anil Mishra’s efforts, the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival has become an influential platform connecting the younger generation with creativity, culture, and the positive power of cinema. His contribution to elevating Indian cinema’s international reputation to new heights is considered incomparable.Advisory Board member Shashi Sharma has also played a crucial role in DPIFF’s global recognition. Italian-born Shashi Sharma has been dedicated to strengthening the festival internationally. He is known as a sensitive and thoughtful personality, particularly concerned with the welfare of the poor, the guidance of the younger generation, and social issues. His concern for road accident deaths in India and his efforts to positively orient young people towards the world of entertainment reflect his commitment to society.Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad’s inclusion on the Advisory Board is a powerful testament to the fact that DPIFF is no longer just a film festival, but has become an international confluence of art, culture, thought, and social consciousness. As the custodian of the Laxmi Vilas Palace, her contribution to the preservation of Indian heritage is perfectly aligned with the cultural vision of DPIFF.In essence, the combined efforts of Anil Mishra’s leadership, Shashi Sharma’s international vision and social sensitivity, and Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad’s royal cultural legacy the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival are today steadily progressing towards establishing Indian cinema as a global cultural force.