Vinta Nanda | Filmmaker | Editor | Mumbai

Two Days To Go Early Bird Entries for WIFF Mumbai 2026 Close on 15th May The countdown has begun. WIFF Mumbai 2026 invites filmmakers, storytellers, documentarians, and experimental artists from across the world to submit films that challenge, inspire, provoke, and transform. 🎬 Submit your films now 🎟 Use discount code: WIFFEB50 for 50% off Early Bird submissions #WIFFMumbai #WIFF2026 #FilmFestival #IndependentCinema #waterfrontindiefilmfestival

Blessed with two mothers, one who gave us birth and led our lives in directions unimagined and the other who gave light to the path we treaded. Two amazing women who stood tall through adversity as examples and gave us to confidence to be who we are. The story continues… #mothersday #love

Writer Vinta Nanda reflects on the weakening of institutions, the rise of Hindutva politics, the failures of opposition forces, and the urgent need for a future-oriented, inclusive political vision in India. Read more /thought-box/democracy-on-uneven-ground/9e0ad6f0eb4c6eb7 #IndianDemocracy #TheDailyEye #Politics #VintaNanda #India

Last Call For The Planet WIFF Mumbai 2026 invites filmmakers, storytellers, and changemakers from across the world to become part of a movement where cinema responds to the priorities of our times. This year’s festival theme, “Last Call For The Planet,” is a reminder that the future is not waiting for us anymore. Through films, conversations, workshops, and public engagement, WIFF seeks stories that confront inspire behavioural change, and imagine more compassionate futures. 🎬 Early Bird Entries close on 15th May 2026 🎟 Use code: WIFFEB50 for 50% off Because storytelling can still change the world. #WIFFMumbai #LastCallForThePlanet #ClimateChange #IndependentCinema #FilmFestival

In this powerful conversation with Vinta Nanda, Ashoka Fellow and TrustCircle founder Sachin Chaudhry speaks about transforming personal pain into a global movement for mental health awareness, emotional resilience, and systemic change. Read more /thought-box/reimagining-mental-health-through-compassion/7aba346bed0196ad #SachinChaudhry #MentalHealth #VintaNanda #SocialImpact #TheDailyEye

In this conversation, Omara Shetty speaks to Vinta Nanda about her journey from journalism to cinema, her acting process, and the emotional truth that defines her performances in a rapidly evolving film landscape. Read more /thought-box/the-quiet-fire-of-becoming/2d408013b6643936 #OmaraShetty #Cinema #ActingCraft #TheDailyEye #VintaNanda

Mumbai’s Midnight Cowboy Moment Today, through the evocative curation of Khalid Mohamed, The Daily Eye brings you a striking frame that feels like a page out of Midnight Cowboy—but rooted deeply in the soul of Mumbai. On Marine Drive, where stories unfold between sea breeze and solitude, this image captured by @mumbaipaused reflects a lone figure suspended between anonymity and presence—much like the city itself. A moment. A mood. A metaphor. #PictureOfTheDay #TheDailyEye #MumbaiDiaries #MarineDrive #MumbaiLife @headlines_thedailyeye @meregharaaketohdekho

March wasn’t content. It was lived time—filled with conversations, cinema, art, and people who continue to create with purpose and persistence. From WIFF LIT to Berlinale moments in Mumbai, to Delhi’s first international film festival—this is a return, not an announcement. Back with The Daily Eye. Every week. Cinema, culture, conversation. CinemaCulture, IndependentCinema, CreativeCommunities, FilmFestivals, TheDailyEye #TheDailyEye #SoulStories #CinemaCulture #IndependentFilm #FilmFestivals WIFF VintaNanda

Why are Indian TV shows losing audiences despite prime time dominance? Vinta Nanda explores declining viewership, repetitive storytelling, and the economics behind stagnant content. Read more /true-review/why-indian-television-is-failing/71579756f6c1939f #IndianTelevision #TVRatings #Storytelling #TheDailyEye #VintaNanda

#WIFFMumbai was at @iffdelhi for two days to celebrate cinema and showcase its work with #IndependentFilmmakers across genres. We are especially grateful to Shri @kapilmishra_ind , @vanityparty Of course @nt.tuliresearchcentre also for his continued support to us - his exhibition at IFFD gave light to the inaugural year. WIFF’s Executive Director @vintananda was there with @barnalirays @chaudhuripubali @aranya.sahay @deartanmaya @directordimple @molshriii for a discussion on the opportunities and challenges of Independent Cinema. We also showcased films by @divyakharnare @kintuparantu @varunt5 @teenaapasricha and @tathagataghoshfilms We thank @sabbas_joseph of @wizcraftglobal and #IFFD, including #VaniTripathiTikoo for including us and expanding WIFF Mumbai’s community.

Some moments feel quietly monumental, and meeting Vinta Nanda ji at International Film Festival Delhi @iffdelhi was one of them. A personality so powerful, introductions feel redundant and words inadequate. If I may still say, we all know she is an industry stalwart and a trailblazer in Indian television whose work has shaped narratives for decades, yet what struck me most was her humility. She listens with intent, speaks with depth, and carries a warmth that instantly puts you at ease. When you meet Vinta Ji, time falls short as there is so much to take from her. Aside from The Daily Eye and WIFF, my conversation also turned deeply nostalgic as we revisited Tara and Millee—stories that have stayed with audiences long after they first aired. Both characters embodied a rare and powerful portrayal of women’s strength. Tara, with her independence and emotional resilience, reflected the evolving identity of modern women navigating life on their own terms. Millee, on the other hand, represented quiet courage—the kind that persists through adversity, holding onto dignity and hope despite life’s challenges. These were not just characters on screen; they were lived experiences for many viewers—mirrors of aspiration, struggle, and inner strength. It was also wonderful to touchbase on Soul Stories series that Vinta ji has initiated on instagram. A must listen! Honored to have met her—truly a memorable and inspiring moment. Grateful for her time and for the valuable insights into independent filmmaking. Thank you so very much ma'am! @vintananda #films #bollywood #storytelling #explore #filmmaking 🙏🙏🙏

Independent Cinema in Focus at IFFD A vital conversation on the future of storytelling unfolds at the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026. Join us for the panel: 🎤 Independent Cinema – Opportunities and Challenges 🗓 March 28th, 2026 🕒 03:00 PM 📍 Floor L2, Leader’s Lounge, Bharat Mandapam Panelists: Aranya Sahay | Tanmaya Shekhar | Molshri Singh | Pubali Chaudhuri | Barnali Ray Shukla Moderator: Vinta Nanda From grassroots filmmaking to new models of distribution, this session will explore how independent cinema continues to challenge, innovate and endure in a rapidly changing landscape. Part of WIFF Select at IFFD, managed by Wizcraft. International Film Festival Of Delhi, WIFF Select, Wizcraft, Independent Cinema, Panel Discussion, Aranya Sahay, Tanmaya Shekhar, Moishree, Pubali Chaudhuri, Barnali Ray Shukla, Vinta Nanda, Bharat Mandapam, #IFFD2026 #WIFFSelect #IndependentCinema #PanelDiscussion #IndianCinema