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Nagaland’s ‘Angh’ by Theja Rio Premieres at Toronto International Film Festival
✍️ BBC
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 08:03 AM
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The Nagaland‑origin film ‘Angh’, directed by Theja Rio, has been selected for screening at the Toronto International Film Festival, marking a first for the state on a global stage.
The Indian feature ‘Angh’, written and directed by Nagaland filmmaker Theja Rio, has secured a slot at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The selection places the film among a curated lineup of international titles and represents the first time a Nagaland‑produced movie will be screened at such a high‑profile global event.
‘Angh’ explores themes rooted in the culture and landscape of Nagaland, aiming to bring regional stories to an international audience. Festival organisers highlighted the film’s authentic storytelling and its potential to broaden viewers’ understanding of Northeast India.
The screening is expected to draw attention from distributors and critics, offering the regional cinema a rare opportunity for wider exposure and possible future releases beyond India’s borders.
‘Angh’ explores themes rooted in the culture and landscape of Nagaland, aiming to bring regional stories to an international audience. Festival organisers highlighted the film’s authentic storytelling and its potential to broaden viewers’ understanding of Northeast India.
The screening is expected to draw attention from distributors and critics, offering the regional cinema a rare opportunity for wider exposure and possible future releases beyond India’s borders.