"Films based on learning plays a vital role in nurturing imagination, empathy, and critical thinking among students" said Prof. Ishtiaque Ahmed, Registrar, Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) today in the inaugural function of International Film Festival. The Registrar also released MANUU Calendar 2026 in the presence of Mr. Praveen Nagda, Director, Culture Cinema Film Festival (C2F2) and KidzCINEMA.
The Instructional Media Centre (IMC) of MANUU is hosting the Film Festival in association with C2F2 and KidzCINEMA Film Festival.
Welcoming the gathering, Prof. Ishtiaque Ahmed expressed his delight at the active participation of students from MANUU Model School. He highlighted that all three Model School's of MANUU operating at Hyderabad, Nuh and Darbhanga are performing exceptionally well in academics and co-curricular activities.
Speaking as the Guest of Honour, Mr. Praveen Nagda, Director of C2F2 and KidzCINEMA, in his address highlighted the importance of providing young audiences with quality international cinema that encourages creativity and global awareness. He appreciated MANUU’s commitment to promoting children’s cinema and fostering cultural exchange through film. He
In his welcome address, Mr. Rizwan Ahamd, Director, IMC, emphasized the growing importance of cinema as an academic and pedagogical tool, stating that films not only entertain but also educate, sensitize, and broaden the worldview of learners. Initiatives like the Children’s Film Festival help bridge the gap between classroom learning and creative expression, noted Rizwan Ahamd.
Mr. Mohammed Mujahid Ali, Festival Convener and Producer (IMC), convened the event. Dr. Mohd Mustafa Ali Sarwari, University PRO, elaborated on the concept and significance of the calendar 2026, highlighting how it showcases the inspiring journeys of MANUU alumni.
Mr. Omar Azmi, Producer and Mr. Muhammad Ghulam Ahmad, Graphic Artist were also felicitated in recognition of their creative contributions and efforts for designing MANUU Calendar and Diary respectively.
