Agenda

9:00 am -
10:00 am

Arrivals and Networking


10:00 am -
10:15 am

Welcome Address | Opening Remarks


10:15 am -
11:15 am

The UK as a world-class filming destination: Co-production treaties and policies

The UK and India are very different film markets. The morning's sessions explore nationwide opportunities for filmmakers and studios, available incentives and support mechanisms, and highlight successful co-production case studies.


11:15 am -
12:45 pm

Pre-arranged meetings

Each meeting lasts for 20 minutes.


12:45 pm -
1:45 pm

Lunch and networking


1:45 pm -
2:15 pm

The art of storytelling: In Conversation with Anubhav Sinha


2:15 pm -
2:40 pm

From development to distribution: Funding and commissioning pathways for documentaries and feature films


2:40 pm -
4:00 pm

Pre–arranged meetings


4:00 pm -
4:15 pm

Closing Remarks


4:15 pm -
6:00 pm

No programming / Free time for delegates


6:00 pm -
6:45 pm

Film Conclave drinks reception | Welcoming Remarks

This is a separately ticketed event. It is an exclusive drinks reception with over 200 filmmakers, funders, actors and production houses.


6:45 pm -
7:15 pm

Beyond Borders: Co-productions, fresh talent and new Indian storytelling


7:15 pm -
9:30 pm

Film Conclave drinks reception | Networking continues


About Film Conclave

The dedicated UK-India coproduction market

The UK is a home-away-from-home for Indian film and entertainment opportunities. The Film Conclave is an annual conversation about Indian content, and the business of entertainment, in London. 

The Film Conclave is delighted to launch the second edition of its India-focused film co-production market, following the overwhelming success of its inaugural edition. The initiative is open to filmmakers from around the world who are creating content that celebrates India or its diaspora. 

It will be followed by an exclusive drinks reception with over 200 filmmakers, funders, actors and production houses.  

About Film Conclave

How our film market works

We are organising this in collaboration with ReelN, the British film network with diversity and inclusion at its core, and Integrity International Group, one of London’s leading hospitality providers. We aim to provide a platform where the global Indian film industry can find genuine partnerships and financing opportunities for projects in development.

We invite feature length film and documentaries pitches from the UK, India and further afar, including from the Indian diaspora. We’ll select 20 submissions, informing successful film makers by 1 April 2026. The full details are available on our FilmFreeway link.

Winning submissions will get dedicated support from our team to organise meetings with potential investors, producers, studios, broadcast networks, sales agents, distributors, public funds, digital platforms, government and legal experts to help you tap into UK-India Coproduction incentives, specialist accountants and others.

200+

Submissions

20

selected  

6

Days of impactful
India Week events

Ambassadors

Anubhav Sinha

Anubhav Sinha

Filmmaker & Producer

Farrukh Dhondy

Farrukh Dhondy

Writer, Playwright, Screenwriter & Media Executive,

Channel 4

Monisha Advani

Monisha Advani

Founder Partner,

Emmay Entertainment

Riffi Khan

Riffi Khan

Creative Director & International Co-production Strategist,

Riffi Media

Taha Shah Badussha

Taha Shah Badussha

Actor,

Heeramandi (Netflix)

SOME OF OUR SPEAKERS

Monisha Advani

Monisha Advani

Founder Partner,

Emmay Entertainment

Anubhav Sinha

Anubhav Sinha

Filmmaker & Producer

Emile Nawagamuwa

Emile Nawagamuwa

Commissioning Editor,

UKTV

Yu-Fai Suen

Yu-Fai Suen

Founder,

Berkeley Media Group

Michelle Jenkins

Michelle Jenkins

Head of Production Services,

Film London

Priyanshu Painyuli

Priyanshu Painyuli

Actor and Director

Riffi Khan

Riffi Khan

Creative Director & International Co-production Strategist,

Riffi Media

Helena Mackenzie

Helena Mackenzie

Head of Inward Investment & Business Development,

Film London

Aman Dhillon

Aman Dhillon

Founder,

ReelN

Pranab Kapadia at Film Conclave

India Week

Looking back at Film Conclave 2025

The 2025 edition of the India-focused film co-production market was held as part of the annual India Week, attracting submissions from around the world. Read about it here or watch a short video here.

India Week

About India Week

The Film Conclave is part of the annual India Week®, the place to engage in high level discussions on the New India. It is the most significant annual celebration of bilateral economic ties.

India continues to lead global economic growth, outpacing other major economies. As the world grapples with the realities of a multipolar world and disruption from the new Presidency in Washington. the UK and India stand poised to build a dynamic and mutually beneficial partnership, capitalising on shared opportunities and addressing common challenges.

India Week 2026 is an annual get-together of change-makers, policy and business leaders for high-level discussions on pertinent topics. Find out more about other India Week activities here.

Pranab Kapadia

Initiatives like the Film Conclave are truly captivating and engaging for both the audiences and speakers, especially in today’s dynamic global world where borders are blurred.

Pranab Kapadia

Director, Moviegoers Entertainment Limited

Angela Rayner

It was an honour to speak at the Bridge India conference. I first visited India many years ago and discovered such an incredible, diverse country. The people of the Indian diaspora strengthen our economy, culture and society – but are also at the heart of our communities.

Angela Rayner

Deputy Prime Minister to the UK

Boris Johnson official portrait. Open Government Licence v3.0.

The Awards ceremony rightly recognises the outstanding accomplishments of the British Asian community, and the ongoing work of British Asians across all professions helping our country thrive.

Boris Johnson

Former Prime Minister to the UK

Pankaj M Munjal

Huge Congratulations to Pratik Dattani from EPG for creating such a powerful platform in India week 2024. This forum fosters crucial collaboration between India and the UK, paving the way for the shared future.

Pankaj M Munjal

Chairman and MD, Hero Cycles

“Really pleased to attend and speak at the Ideas for India conference. The UK and India are strong economic and diplomatic partners. The conference showed the close links between our two countries and important work we can do around security and trade.”

Ruth Cadbury MP

Former Shadow Minister, International Trade

“Delighted to speak to friends during India Week and highlight how a free trade agreement can benefit both nations. A UK-India trade deal is a huge opportunity for both sides, and could boost our £38bn trading relationship and pull down barriers to trade.”

Nigel Huddleston MP

Former Minister of State, International Trade

“I have been to multiple domestic and international roadshows accompany our Minister KT Rama Rao, but our most recent trip are unprecedented. The respect and recognition Telangana enjoys makes our hard work all so rewarding.”

Jayesh Ranjan, IAS

Special Chief Secretary of the Industries & Commerce (I&C) and Information Technology (IT) Departments of the Telangana government

Tickets

Film Conclave

£200 +20% VAT

Early Bird price

  • 10am-4pm, includes networking breaks and lunch
  • Aimed at team members from invited submissions, service providers and the general public

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Film Conclave Drinks Reception

£25 +20% VAT

Early Bird price

  • 6-9pm
  • After the Film Conclave, this Drinks Reception will bring together over 200 filmmakers, funders, actors and production houses
  • Includes canapes, welcome drink and cash bar

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Across India Week

£400 +20% VAT

Early Bird Price until 13 March

  • Attend multiple events during India Week
  • Includes: Film Conclave Drinks Reception, Drinks Reception with LCCI, Ideas for India, Black-tie Celebration Dinner

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The Skyline London

100 Minories, London, EC3N 1JY, United Kingdom
Blue Orchid Hotels

Visa invitation letters

We provide these only for confirmed delegates, once payment is received.

Accommodation details

We have special rates with our exclusive Hospitality Partner Blue Orchid hotels. Visit www.blueorchid.com, select your desired hotel and dates, select any flexible rate (either room-only or breakfast inclusive) and proceed to check out. On the check out page enter the code INDIAWEEK and click APPLY (the rate will be reduced at that point). Then proceed to check out. We strongly suggest booking at The Skyline London, the event venue.

Event Agenda

This is an indicative agenda, liable to change. For queries, select ‘India Week 2025’ on our Contact Us page.

9:00 am -
10:00 am

Arrivals and Networking


10:00 am -
10:15 am

Welcome Address | Opening Remarks


10:15 am -
11:15 am

The UK as a world-class filming destination: Co-production treaties and policies

The UK and India are very different film markets. The morning's sessions explore nationwide opportunities for filmmakers and studios, available incentives and support mechanisms, and highlight successful co-production case studies.


11:15 am -
12:45 pm

Pre-arranged meetings

Each meeting lasts for 20 minutes.


12:45 pm -
1:45 pm

Lunch and networking


1:45 pm -
2:15 pm

The art of storytelling: In Conversation with Anubhav Sinha


2:15 pm -
2:40 pm

From development to distribution: Funding and commissioning pathways for documentaries and feature films


2:40 pm -
4:00 pm

Pre–arranged meetings


4:00 pm -
4:15 pm

Closing Remarks


4:15 pm -
6:00 pm

No programming / Free time for delegates


6:00 pm -
6:45 pm

Film Conclave drinks reception | Welcoming Remarks

This is a separately ticketed event. It is an exclusive drinks reception with over 200 filmmakers, funders, actors and production houses.


6:45 pm -
7:15 pm

Beyond Borders: Co-productions, fresh talent and new Indian storytelling


7:15 pm -
9:30 pm

Film Conclave drinks reception | Networking continues