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(14 November 2017)
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Film to promote poor children’s education at IFFI
Sify News (24 November 2010)
‘I am Kalam’, a children’s film based on former president A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, is aimed at inspiring the poor to educate their children, director of the film Nila Madhab Panda said at the 41st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here.
The film will be screened at the festival Thursday. ‘The aim is to ensure that even under privileged people are inspired to educate their children even the most backward, poorest of the poor areas,’ Panda told reporters at a press conference here Wednesday. The film celebrates the survival of the human spirit against overwhelming odds and highlights the need for underprivileged children’s education. She said they were trying to engage the Unesco and the central government to take the film to the rural masses of India. ‘We have also engaged moving theatres which are a feature in rural India to screen this film. They charge Re.1 or Rs.2 per person to screen these movies on DVD all we have to do is give then a DVD free for screening. The message of the film has to percolate,’ Panda said.
‘I am Kalam’ has won a host of awards including the best feature film at the Lucan International Film festival, ‘Don Quixote’ prize at of the Federation Internationale des Cine-Clubs in Germany and a special mention at the Cinekid international film festival at Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Palghar dist office to be one-of-its-kind
(14 November 2017)
Smile Foundation is back with the Third Edition of SIFFCY
( November 14, 2017 )
New Delhi, November 14: Smile Foundation, a national level development organisation, is back with the most awaited third edition of one of its kind ‘Smile International Film Festival for Children & Youth’ ( SIFFCY). The only children and youth film festival in India organized by a development organization, will premiere more than 100 meaningful films including feature films, short films, and documentaries from across the globe from 11-17 December, 2017 in Delhi’s Sirifort Auditorium.
This edition of SIFFCY will have a special focus on Dutch cinema, for which top-10 Dutch films have been curated and will be presented by Gert Herman from the European Children’s Film Association. Also, SIFFCY will highlight the issue of cleanliness, environment and climate change through a special selection of films and discussion forums – called SIFFCY goes Green, to create awareness on the environmental issues amongst children and youth.
“Apart from film screenings, every year SIFFCY also organizes film making workshops with an objective to engage, educate and empower our children and youth. SIFFCY has been hosting various workshops in a special section called “Take One”. This year the workshop will be hosted by internationally acclaimed UK based organisation- ‘Films without Borders’ with the idea of engaging and educating children on filmmaking. The other highlight of the festival includes a special delegation from Japan coming to present a film on ‘Love and humanity against war’ (A film on selfless service of mankind post World War II). Also on our board, we have Monica Wohi, a prominent name in the children’s film fraternity, as the curator of this film festival.” Said Mr. Jitendra Mishra, Festival Director, SIFFCY.
Speaking on this occasion, Mr. Santanu Mishra, Executive Trustee of Smile Foundation & Chairman – SIFFCY said, “Children and youth are the future of any nation. If sensitized from the very beginning, they can be the best change agents, be it in their family or the community in which they live. But unfortunately, in today’s world, indifference is fast taking over the natural empathetic tendencies of young people. Our aim is to sensetize children & youth through the medium of infotainment and create a lasting impact in their minds.” The Smile International Film Festival for Children and Youth celebrates meaningful cinema made for children and youth, to stimulate discussion between the youth and sensitise them about various issues. Apart from showcasing the films, the festival also supports emerging filmmakers and recognises the pioneers and leaders of the industry.
Source: http://indiaeducationdiary.in/smile-foundation-back-third-edition-siffcy/
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(13 November 2017)
Film to promote poor children’s education at IFFI
Thaindian News (24 November 2010)
“I am Kalam”, a children’s film based on former president A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, is aimed at inspiring the poor to educate their children, director of the film Nila Madhab Panda said at the 41st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here.
The film will be screened at the festival Thursday.
“The aim is to ensure that even under privileged people are inspired to educate their children even the most backward, poorest of the poor areas,” Panda told reporters at a press conference here Wednesday.
The film celebrates the survival of the human spirit against overwhelming odds and highlights the need for underprivileged children’s education.
She said they were trying to engage the UNESCO and the central government to take the film to the rural masses of India.
“We have also engaged moving theatres which are a feature in rural India to screen this film. They charge Re.1 or Rs.2 per person to screen these movies on DVD all we have to do is give then a DVD free for screening. The message of the film has to percolate,” Panda said.
“I am Kalam” has won a host of awards including the best feature film at the Lucan International Film festival, “Don Quixote” prize at of the Federation Internationale des Cine-Clubs in Germany and a special mention at the Cinekid international film festival at Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
On World Food Day, Kiara Advani joins Quaker India and Smile Foundation to pledge support to ‘Feed A Child’ campaign
( October 16, 2017 )
Quaker, PepsiCo’s flagship nutrition brand along with Smile Foundation organized a feeding drive in Mumbai as part of their on-going Quaker Feed-A-Child initiative which was launched on October 16. Actress Kiara Advani supported the cause by pledging her support to the campaign and encouraging everyone to come forward and do their bit. She served lunch, shared a meal with these children and imparted the importance of choosing right food and developing right eating habits.
Quaker Feed-A-Child initiative is aimed at making festivals meaningful by feeding underprivileged children. Thereby many children in Mumbai and Delhi were served nutritious meals to mark World Food Day, and reiterate the importance of this issue. While at the event, Kiara Advani said, “Lack of adequate nutrition continues to be one of the toughest challenges that our country faces today. This World Food Day, it’s time for all of us do our bit to help fight this issue. I’m happy to be here and contribute to this cause. I would like to applaud Quaker India and Smile Foundation for their continuous effort to bring smiles to the faces of hundreds of children. It is heart-warming to see a smile on a child’s face, and it was touching to share a meal with children who will be benefitting from the program.”
Speaking on the occasion, Sanjeev Dham, COO-Smile Foundation said, “Smile Foundation strives to work towards providing nutrition and education to every deserving child across the country and with a campaign like Quaker Feed A Child we are able to bring many kids year-after-year under proper nutrition program. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Quaker India and Kiara Advani for helping us reiterates the importance of nutrition on the World Food Day.”
Poonam Kaul, Vice President, Corporate Communications & CSR, PepsiCo India, commented, “It is disturbing to know that less than one third of children in India do not receive adequate nutrition. Quaker Feed-a-Child is a social initiative based on a powerful thought that urges all of us to come forward and make a difference to the lives of these children. With festivities around the corner, It is the best time to come together to light up their world.”
On World Food Day last year, the ‘Quaker Feed A Child’ initiative was launched to provide a fistful of nutrition to thousands of underprivileged children in India during this festive season, with a commitment of serving 200,000 meals. Through the year, these meals have been distributed to children across cities at Smile Foundation centers.
Film to promote poor children’s education at IFFI
in.movies.yahoo.com (24 November 2010)
‘I am Kalam’, a children’s film based on former president A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, is aimed at inspiring the poor to educate their children, director of the film Nila Madhab Panda said at the 41st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here.
The film will be screened at the festival Thursday.
‘The aim is to ensure that even under privileged people are inspired to educate their children even the most backward, poorest of the poor areas,’ Panda told reporters at a press conference here Wednesday.
The film celebrates the survival of the human spirit against overwhelming odds and highlights the need for underprivileged children’s education.
She said they were trying to engage the Unesco and the central government to take the film to the rural masses of India.
‘We have also engaged moving theatres which are a feature in rural India to screen this film. They charge Re.1 or Rs.2 per person to screen these movies on DVD all we have to do is give then a DVD free for screening. The message of the film has to percolate,’ Panda said.
‘I am Kalam’ has won a host of awards including the best feature film at the Lucan International Film festival, ‘Don Quixote’ prize at of the Federation Internationale des Cine-Clubs in Germany and a special mention at the Cinekid international film festival at Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Source: http://in.movies.yahoo.com/news-detail/107384/Film-promote-poor-childrens-education-at-IFFI.html
Film to promote poor children’s education at IFF
Sulekha.com (24 November 2010)
‘I am Kalam’, a children’s film based on former president A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, is aimed at inspiring the poor to educate their children, director of the film Nila Madhab Panda said at the 41st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here.
The film will be screened at the festival Thursday.
‘The aim is to ensure that even under privileged people are inspired to educate their children even the most backward, poorest of the poor areas,’ Panda told reporters at a press conference here Wednesday.
The film celebrates the survival of the human spirit against overwhelming odds and highlights the need for underprivileged children’s education. She said they were trying to engage the Unesco and the central government to take the film to the rural masses of India. ‘We have also engaged moving theatres which are a feature in rural India to screen this film. They charge Re.1 or Rs.2 per person to screen these movies on DVD all we have to do is give then a DVD free for screening. The message of the film has to percolate,’ Panda said.
‘I am Kalam’ has won a host of awards including the best feature film at the Lucan International Film festival, ‘Don Quixote’ prize at of the Federation Internationale des Cine-Clubs in Germany and a special mention at the Cinekid international film festival at Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Source: http://newshopper.sulekha.com/film-to-promote-poor-children-s-education-at-iffi_news_1235579.htm
“Bad man” of Bollywood Pours his Heart out for the Right Cause
I am Kalam Makes a Strong Plea for Children’s Right to Education
Press Information Bureau (24 November 2010)
Making an emphatic plea to people to get their children educated, Gulshan Grover, the famous actor said “every child has a right to get educated no matter what your circumstances are”. The actor along with the cast and crew of the film ‘I Am Kalam’ was interacting with the Press at the Media Centre here today. The director of the film, Shri Nila Madhab Panda said that 60 million children are still not going to school despite education being a right in the country. The film shot in Bikaner and Delhi is being screened in the Indian Panorama Section at IFFI, 2010.
The movie marks the debut of Delhi-based 12-year-old underprivileged child Harsh Mayar in the lead role. French theatre actress Beatrice Ordeix, Gulshan Grover and child actor Hussan Saad play pivotal roles. The film revolves around the life of Chhotu and celebrates the survival of the human spirit against overwhelming odds. It is an initiative to take the message of under privileged children’s education to the privileged society.
Chhotu starts his life as a skivvy in a roadside food joint and chances to strike a chord with Prince Ranvijay of the royal mansion. Chhotu doesn’t have an answer when people ask him his real name and it is this question which changes his life. He realizes he doesn’t want to be Chhotu like the thousands of Chhotus working in food joints and other industries across the country. “I am Kalam”, Chhotu finds himself saying. Why can’t he be Kalam? Chhotu saw on television that the former President of India too was a poor kid like him, selling newspapers. Chhotu is a dreamer and Prince Ranvijay will do anything to make his dreams come true.
The film is the first ever feature film produced by Smile Foundation, a development organization addressing the issue of children’s education in India. The film made its world debut at the Marche du Cannes (Cannes film Festival Market section, 2010).
The film is the feature debut of International Award winning director Nila Madhab Panda, who has produced and directed over 60 documentaries, short films, television drama and films for international and national broadcaster
Source: “Bad man” of Bollywood Pours his Heart out for the Right Cause I am Kalam Makes a Strong Plea for Children’s Right to Education