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The networking site for film-makers

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PANAJI: The National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) is gearing up for its annual film networking event, Film Bazaar India, on the sidelines of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2010, from November 23 to 26.

For the very first time, film projects from SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) countries such as Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be part of the Film Bazaar. The cinema market is designed to address the current needs of film-makers. The idea behind the Film Bazaar is to provide a proficient stage for prospective buyers and sellers of film rights from India and abroad.

The Film Bazaar has grown and gained popularity since its inception in 2007. Last year, over 350 delegates from 22 countries attended the event, said NFDC.

With the aim of continuing the tradition of improving trade relations among the SAARC nations, the NFDC has invited projects from these countries this year.

This year for the first time, the Film Bazaar will organise industry screenings for film-makers to show case their films to potential producers, distributors, agents, buyers and representatives of international film festivals.

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