Panjim, Nov. 23 -- The fourth day of the 56th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) witnessed a panel discussion titled 'A Global India Through Independent Cinema: A Women's Panel'.

It brought together four compelling voices -- actor-filmmaker Rajni Basumatary, cinematographer Fowzia Fathima, actor-filmmaker Rachel Griffiths, and actor Meenakshi Jayan.

According to the release by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the conversation explored how women's creative and personal journeys are shaping the future of independent cinema.

The discussion opened with reflections on empathy as a defining element of women's filmmaking.

Fowzia spoke of how the entire creative process, from the spark of an idea to the fi...