New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- The national capital Delhi is all set to host its first major film festival, launching the 'Celebrating India Film Festival' in August this year. Coinciding with India's 78th Independence Day celebrations, the three-day event will be held at the NCUI Auditorium on Siri Fort Road.

It is expected to witness multiple screenings, panel discussions, and performances, with the presence of prominent film personalities and political leaders.

The film festival is organised by Graphisads in association with the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), the Film Critics Guild (FCG), and the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA).

It will also explore themes of environment, wildlife, tourism, heritage, art, cu...