Film Southasia
Kathmandu, Nepal
67
Tier B
Festival dossier
Nepal International Film Festival
Kathmandu, Nepal · Est. 2016 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Kathmandu, Nepal
100
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.
- 10 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at QFX Cinemas (Chhaya Center, Civil Mall, Labim Mall), Russian House in Kathmandu, Nepal Tourism Board
- Press/industry coverage
Overview
The Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF), held annually in Kathmandu since 2018, is Nepal’s premier film and cultural event. It is notable for bringing together Nepali and international cinema, with programming that includes feature films, documentaries, short films, and sometimes AI-related works, while also hosting workshops, discussions, and awards that connect local filmmakers with the wider global film community.
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+58 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at QFX Cinemas (Chhaya Center, Civil Mall, Labim Mall), Russian House in Kathmandu, Nepal Tourism Board
- Press/industry coverage
- Wikipedia-verified (8 refs, 3 languages)
- 6 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (6 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
- PRESS_COVERAGE
- WIKIDATA_VERIFIED
Festival Details
Founded
2016
Venue
QFX Cinemas (Chhaya Center, Civil Mall, Labim Mall), Russian House in Kathmandu, Nepal Tourism Board
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.1/ 5
Reviews
48
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