Mumbai, Maharashtra: India’s most prestigious, Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival, is all set to host its annual award ceremony to pay tribute to the stalwarts of the Film and Entertainment Industry. With Ting as the Integrated Agency Partner, the organization reinforces its dedication to celebrating Indian cinema through innovative strategies and impactful campaigns that resonate with the emerging demographic.
Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2025 will be held on February 20, 2025, in Mumbai. The ceremony will bring together distinguished celebrities, luminaries from film fraternity, government dignitaries, industry leaders and media personnel, to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements in Indian cinema over the past year.
A key strength of ting lies in its expertise in entertainment marketing. It has partnered with industry legends on major films like Rajinikanth’s Jailer, Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 amongst others. Collaborating India’s leading production houses such as Dharma Productions, Sun Pictures, Yash Raj Films, and Applause Entertainment, ting has built an impressive portfolio that spans TV shows, award ceremonies like Zee Cine Awards, SIMA and OTT content such as The Telgi Scam, MasterChef India, KBC, India’s Got Talent, Big Boss and the upcoming Scam 2010. Over the years, ting has played a pivotal role in promoting over three dozen films across multiple mediums, languages and regions.
“With over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry — from television shows and OTT series to theatrical releases, concerts and award nights — we’ve had the privilege of being involved with some of the industry’s largest events and iconic personalities. This association with Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards is truly the cherry on top for us. We are deeply honoured and thrilled to be part of such a prestigious ceremony.” – Sudharshan Anandkumar, Co-Founder, Ting
Ting will oversee the development of engaging digital communication strategies, ensuring that the festival resonates with audiences through captivating storytelling and impactful visual narratives.
Anil Mishra, Founder & Managing Director of DPIFF and Consultative Committee Member of the FCI in the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & PD, Government of India, commented on the association, “We are elated to have Ting as our Integrated Agency Partner for ‘Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2025.’ Their expertise and innovative approach will significantly enhance our efforts to celebrate the remarkable talents in Indian cinema. Through Ting’s involvement in digital marketing, communication collateral and creative ideation, we are confident that the 2025 edition will be a memorable experience for all participants and attendees. We look forward to working together to honour the legacy of Dadasaheb Phalke Ji and to shed light on the diverse and rich narratives that Indian cinema has to offer.”
The upcoming edition features the theme, ‘A World Stage: The Global Legacy of Indian Cinema’. This homage venerates the profound and immutable impact of Indian films on the global arena, intertwining their illustrious history with their vibrant contemporary presence. It commemorates the universal acclaim achieved by Indian cinema while recognizing its monumental contributions to the cultural and artistic elevation of international filmmaking. The occasion is a significant gathering for the Indian Film Industry, Indian Television Industry and the International Film Fraternity, all unified under one illustrious emblem.
ABOUT TING
Founded in 2009 by four friends—Manan Vora, Shruti Dhadda, Aadil Mehta and Sudharshan Anandkumar—ting began as a creative boutique agency in Mumbai and Chennai, aiming to make a significant mark in the advertising industry. What started with a team of four has since grown to 500 professionals, evolving into a full-service agency offering integrated creative solutions across industries. With a presence in Mumbai, Chennai and internationally, ting works with major brands like Reliance Jio, Amazon, Sony Pictures, Viacom 18, Volkswagen and many others.
Specializing in entertainment marketing, ting has developed expertise in content promotion across 13+ languages, with a comprehensive production and post-production unit. The agency is eager to partner with film studios and media houses to creatively promote content and amplify its reach in innovative ways.
Check out ting’s website at www.ting.in or find them on Instagram @tinglabs.
ABOUT DADASAHEB PHALKE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (DPIFF)
Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) was founded to carry forward the legacy of the Late Shri Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, affectionately known as Dadasaheb Phalke – The Father of Indian Cinema. The occasion celebrates and recognizes the brilliance of the Indian Film Industry and the ever-evolving cultural impact that India is making on a global scale, primarily through the medium of cinema. The distinguished platform integrates an annual awards ceremony with a vibrant film festival. The organization consistently embraces a leadership role in the sustainability movement, driving environmental and social initiatives through a range of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities that produce tangible results year after year.
For more information on Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival, visit: www.dpiff.in