From October 30 to 31, The Embassy of China in India, in collaboration with the Delhi International Film Festival and the National School of Drama, successfully held the 2026 Chinese Film Festival at the Films Division Auditorium in New Delhi. It was attended by Minister Counsellor Wang Xinming from the Chinese Embassy, Ram Kihore Parcha, Chairman of the Delhi International Film Festival, Indian cultural and media professionals, university faculty and students, and officials from diplomatic missions stationed in India. Nearly 2,000 audience members participated in the screenings. The event was marked by frequent interactions and an enthusiastic response.

In his remarks, Wang Xinming noted that We sincerely hope that today's film festival will mark a new beginning, encouraging broader exchanges among filmmakers, cultural institutions, young people, and cinema enthusiasts in our two countries. Through cinema, more Indian friends will discover the historical richness, cultural beauty, natural wonders, and contemporary vitality of China. Ram Kihore Parcha stated that he looks forward to continuously strengthening bilateral cooperation and mutual learning in film, television, culture, and other fields between the two nations.

Themed “TWO NATIONS, ONE SCREEN,” the festival showcased ten outstanding Chinese films, including The Composer and My Country, My Parents. Many attendees described it as a rare and memorable experience that provided new insights into Chinese history and culture. They expressed the hope that the Chinese Film Festival could be held on a regular basis in India.