queer nazariya
New Delhi, India
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Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
17th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival-27
Delhi NCR, India · Est. 2009 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Delhi NCR, India
98
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 17 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Tivoli Grand Resort Hotel
- 4 verified pro signals
Overview
The 17th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival-27 is a Delhi NCR-based, non-commercial, independent festival associated with India’s broader celebration of cinema and named for Dadasaheb Phalke, the widely regarded father of Indian cinema. It is notable for positioning itself as a platform for emerging and established filmmakers, with programming that includes feature films, short films, documentaries, animation, music videos, and ad films, and for attracting submissions from across India and many countries worldwide.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- 17 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Tivoli Grand Resort Hotel
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2009
Venue
Tivoli Grand Resort Hotel
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.4/ 5
Reviews
134
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