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Nagaland Director Theja Rio’s Film ‘Angh’ to Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival
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🗓 11 Sep 2026, 03:03 PM
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Filmmaker Theja Rio from Nagaland will debut his new movie ‘Angh’ at the Toronto International Film Festival, marking the film’s world premiere.
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) will host the world premiere of ‘Angh’, a feature film directed by Nagaland’s emerging filmmaker Theja Rio. The screening is scheduled as part of TIFF’s official lineup, bringing the Northeast Indian narrative to a global audience.
‘Angh’ explores themes rooted in Nagaland’s cultural landscape, offering viewers insight into the region’s traditions and contemporary challenges. Rio, who has previously worked on short films and documentaries, said the selection reflects growing interest in stories from India’s North‑East.
TIFF’s programming director highlighted the film’s artistic merit and its potential to broaden representation of under‑represented Indian cinema on the world stage. The premiere will take place in September 2024 at the festival’s main venue in Toronto, Canada.
Industry observers note that the exposure could open distribution channels for Nagaland’s film industry, which has historically struggled for mainstream visibility.
‘Angh’ explores themes rooted in Nagaland’s cultural landscape, offering viewers insight into the region’s traditions and contemporary challenges. Rio, who has previously worked on short films and documentaries, said the selection reflects growing interest in stories from India’s North‑East.
TIFF’s programming director highlighted the film’s artistic merit and its potential to broaden representation of under‑represented Indian cinema on the world stage. The premiere will take place in September 2024 at the festival’s main venue in Toronto, Canada.
Industry observers note that the exposure could open distribution channels for Nagaland’s film industry, which has historically struggled for mainstream visibility.