What a night to remember! Goan filmmaker and musician Nitish Pires stepped onto the red carpet at the 56th International Film Festival of India with his debut feature, Vaimanik, and instantly became the talk of the town. The premiere announced a fresh voice from Goa — creative, musical, and ready for bigger stages.
A night at the 56th IFFI
The film’s premiere at IFFI drew a stylish crowd and warm attention from festival-goers. Cameras flashed as Pires and his team posed for photos, while the screening that followed was met with appreciative applause. The red carpet moment marked an important milestone for a first-time feature maker.
Highlights from the evening
- Red carpet debut: A proud moment for Pires and his collaborators.
- Festival buzz: Attendees noted the film’s fresh perspective and musical sensibility.
- Goan representation: A spotlight on regional talent at a national festival.
About Vaimanik
Vaimanik is Nitish Pires’s first full-length film. As a filmmaker who also composes music, Pires brings a distinct rhythm to his storytelling. While this is his debut feature, the film’s presence at IFFI signals serious ambition and a creative signature that audiences and critics will be keen to follow.
Nitish Pires — from Goa to the big festival stage
Pires’s background as a musician influences his filmmaking, adding layers of sound and emotion to his visual work. The IFFI premiere is a significant stepping stone: it introduces him to a wider audience and opens doors for collaborations and future projects.
Why this matters
This premiere is more than a red carpet moment — it’s a boost for Goan cinema and for new filmmakers nationwide. Festivals like IFFI help regional voices gain recognition, and Nitish Pires’s arrival on that stage suggests exciting times ahead for both his career and the stories he wants to tell.
Expect to hear more about Vaimanik and Nitish Pires in the months to come as the film makes its festival rounds and reaches wider audiences.
