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Waheeda Rehman to attend inaugural Indian Film Festival in New Zealand
✍️ Bollywood Hungama
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 04:36 AM
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Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman will be present at the first Indian Film Festival of New Zealand, where classic films *Teesri Kasam* and *Pakeezah* will open and close the event respectively.
The inaugural Indian Film Festival of New Zealand has confirmed that legendary actress Waheeda Rehman will attend the opening ceremonies. Her participation is expected to draw considerable attention from both the Indian diaspora and local film enthusiasts.
The festival’s programme will begin with the classic 1966 film *Teesri Kasam*, a celebrated work of Hindi cinema, and will conclude with the iconic 1972 masterpiece *Pakeezah*. Both films are being showcased to highlight the golden era of Bollywood.
Organisers aim to use the event as a platform to introduce New Zealand audiences to a curated selection of Indian movies spanning different periods and genres. Rehman’s presence underscores the festival’s focus on honoring cinematic heritage while fostering cultural exchange between the two nations.
The festival’s programme will begin with the classic 1966 film *Teesri Kasam*, a celebrated work of Hindi cinema, and will conclude with the iconic 1972 masterpiece *Pakeezah*. Both films are being showcased to highlight the golden era of Bollywood.
Organisers aim to use the event as a platform to introduce New Zealand audiences to a curated selection of Indian movies spanning different periods and genres. Rehman’s presence underscores the festival’s focus on honoring cinematic heritage while fostering cultural exchange between the two nations.