Indian Panorama at IFFI kicks off

November 22, 2013 12:02 am | Updated May 26, 2016 08:04 am IST - PANAJI:

Veteran actor and director Manoj Kumar inaugurated the Indian Panorama Section on Thursday at the ongoing 44th International Film Festival of India in the presence of Minister of Information and Broadcasting Manish Tewari.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Kumar recalled days of films and film making.

He suggested that the Ministry should institute an award of such stature that even Hollywood vie to deserve it. Mr. Tewari said the Ministry would explore the possibility of adding a special segment on political cinema next year.

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