AltBollywood Joins Hands with Waterfront Indie Film Festival Mumbai 2025

Mumbai, 15th September 2025 – We’re excited to announce that AltBollywood is officially partnering with the inaugural Waterfront Indie Film Festival (WIFF) Mumbai, which will be held from 2nd – 6th October 2025 in Versova and Aram Nagar, the beating heart of Mumbai’s indie storytelling scene.

This partnership marks a significant step for us at AltBollywood as we continue our mission to spotlight authentic voices, alternative cinema, and cultural movements shaping the future of Indian entertainment.

Why This Tie-Up Matters

WIFF, envisioned as a celebration of cinephilia, is bringing back the spirit of the 70s film society culture when cinema was about discovery, dialogue, and daring experimentation.

For AltBollywood, this is more than a collaboration. It’s about strengthening our commitment to independent voices, raw stories, and films that go beyond the mainstream. Together with WIFF, we aim to amplify these stories and connect them with wider audiences.

What to Expect at WIFF 2025

• 70+ films across features, documentaries, shorts, and experimental cinema.

• Curtain Raiser at NGMA (25th Sept) featuring Richa Chadda, Sudhir Mishra, Shoojit Sircar, Rajat Kapoor, Bobby Bedi, Deepa Gahlot & Sridhar Rangayan.

• Opening Film: Fearless Fathima (dir. Fasil Muhammed).

• Closing Film: Humans in the Loop (dir. Aranya Sahay).

• Curated sections: North East Films, Youth Films, Teen Films, Community Films, Micro Shorts.

• National Award-winning gems like Pushkara, Rapture, and Shyamchi Aai.

• Workshops, masterclasses, networking addas, and conversations across Versova Social, Rangshila Theatre, Sathe’s Café, Silk Road Café, and Maverick Studios.
  

A Shared Vision

Speaking on this partnership, the WIFF leadership said that having AltBollywood onboard reflects the festival’s desire to bridge indie creators with fresh, young audiences hungry for authentic cinema.

For us, this is an opportunity to live up to our name creating the alternative to Bollywood, not just in films but in the cultural conversations that surround them.

See You at WIFF 2025!

With WIFF and AltBollywood coming together, October in Versova is set to become a landmark moment for indie cinema in India.

Stay tuned to our channels for updates, behind-the-scenes stories, and insider access to the Waterfront Indie Film Festival Mumbai 2025. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the partnership between AltBollywood and WIFF?

AltBollywood is an official media partner of the Waterfront Indie Film Festival Mumbai 2025, supporting the festival with coverage, editorials, and cultural commentary.

2. When and where will WIFF 2025 take place?

The festival runs from 2nd–6th October 2025 at venues in Versova and Aram Nagar, including Versova Social, Rangshila Theatre, and Silk Road Café.

3. Why is this tie-up important?

Both AltBollywood and WIFF share a vision of promoting independent voices, experimental films, and authentic cultural narratives beyond the mainstream.

4. What role will AltBollywood play at WIFF?

AltBollywood will deliver exclusive coverage, interviews, and festival updates, bringing indie films closer to larger audiences.

5. How can audiences follow updates about WIFF 2025?

You can follow AltBollywood’s website, Instagram, and social media channels for live updates, insider access, and highlights from the festival.