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“I did not look for a work of art every time I went to a cinema. In fact, I doubt I could have learnt very much if I had seen nothing but masterpieces.”

Satyajit Ray

Films are powerful tools that showcase different stories and perspectives. They bring people together, create conversations about important topics, and inspire social change. Film festivals celebrate this impact by highlighting unique films that may not be shown in mainstream cinemas. These festivals bring together filmmakers, movie lovers, and industry experts from various backgrounds to share and appreciate diverse stories.

Film

Screenings

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Seminars

Focused Retrospective

17th & 18th April 2025

Manav Rachna presents Avlokan, a film festival for those with a shared love for cinema. Organized by the Department of Journalism & Mass Communication (SMeH) and Media Shala (CFMC) this two-day fiesta promises to be a seamless convergence of the film community. Avlokan 2025 aims to empower individuals with the belief that everyone possesses the ability to tell compelling stories with the right nurturing.

NCR’s biggest 2 day festival aims to provide a dynamic platform for emerging filmmakers to exhibit their cinematic skill, with a particular emphasis on the art of filmmaking. The festival is set to unfold across Manav Rachna campus, uniting a diverse array of industry experts and aspiring filmmakers, making Avlokan a pioneering film event in Delhi NCR. This year the festival will be open to high schoolers as well in a special category.

Established in 1997 by Dr. O P Bhalla, Manav Rachna Educational Institutions (MREI) excel in disciplines like Engineering, Management, Psychology, Economics, and more. Boasting 34,000+ alumni, 535+ patents, and 60+ global academic collaborations, MREI, including Manav Rachna University, Dental College, and International Institute of Research & Studies, holds the esteemed NAAC 'A++' grade. With a global footprint spanning 13 countries and 7800 research papers, MREI stands as a beacon of educational excellence, also managing twelve K-12 schools nationwide.

MANAV RACHNA UNIVERSE

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication aims at imparting top quality education in order to cater to the increasing global demand of media industry, through training the students in contemporary techniques and technology emerging in the field of Mass Communication. The department is equipped with latest information software, media lab, equipment’s and faculty members of international academic standards, keeping pace with the fast changing media technology. The department has state of art infrastructure - TV and Radio studio, graphics lab, postproduction unit and central library. The core strength of the department lies in synchronized functioning among all its stakeholders: Students, Faculty, Staff and Management. This is based on the firm faith that value based learning can transform a student into an efficient professional and a responsible global citizen. It is in this backdrop that the department strives to help the students to claim their rightful place in the world that is fast turning into a global village. The courses and programs have been designed keeping in view the latest technology trends, innovations in journalism and the demands of the growing media industry

The Manav Rachna Centre For Media and Communication (CFMC) Media Shala is a pioneering media literacy space nurturing creativity and fundamental skills for navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. The Centre is the brainchild of Dr Prashant Bhalla & Dr Amit Bhalla’s constant quest to enrich and empower the Manav Rachna community to become future ready. At CFMC we understand the competencies required and to cater to this need we deliver holistic media education that fosters creativity and imparts the fundamental skills required to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape. CFMC Media Shala’s mission is to be the beacon of comprehensive media literacy, enabling individuals to harness media to meet their unique needs. To ensure learning in the most advanced & a futuristic technology backed environment, CFMC runs a state-of-the-art studio with hi end cameras, high performance PCs, graphics cards & tablets, professional studio lights along with a Production Control Room and a news studio & chroma setup - each of these curated to give our students an immersive experience, where they learn by doing. The team comprises of enthusiastic and seasoned industry experts from the broadcast industry as well as advertising & marketing.