Rima Das

Rima Das’ Not a Hero Wins Crystal Bear Special Mention at Berlinale 2026

At the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, Rima Das’s *Not A Hero* receives a prestigious Crystal Bear Special Mention, signaling global recognition for its subtle power. Actor Sukanya Boruah reveals how she had to let go of conventional, performance-heavy techniques to inhabit the film’s deeply internal, almost meditative tone.

Boong’s BAFTA win shows how a new wave of Indian filmmakers is looking beyond capes and cartoons to tell layered stories of young lives

Northeast Indian cinema is gaining global acclaim for its authentic storytelling, grounded in local languages, landscapes, and lived experiences. Improved technical quality and wider access to resources have lowered barriers, allowing films to resonate internationally through their honest narratives and distinct voices, moving beyond novelty to craft.

The maker of the National Award winner Village Rockstars reveals her plan ahead

Filmmaker Rima Das has been nominated for Best Director at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) 2023 for her film 'Tora's Husband'. Her previous films, 'Village Rockstars' and 'Bulbul Can Sing', received acclaim at international film festivals and 'Village Rockstars' was India's Official Entry to the 2019 Academy Awards. Rima is also serving as a jury member for the APSA Youth, Animation, and Documentary categories. The APSA celebrates films that reflect the cultural diversity of the Asia Pacific region

Rima Das’ National Award-winning Assamese film Village Rockstars to be part of the Class VII English textbook in Assam.

Rima Das's film 'Not a Hero' has earned a Crystal Bear Special Mention at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, celebrated for its profound connection with young viewers. The movie, which premiered at the festival, follows a young boy's journey of self-discovery in a new environment. The recognition highlights the film's sensitive portrayal of childhood experiences and courage.

Director Rima Das wants to see more and more women in the industry shine and also open windows for fellow women.

Sharing her joy Rima Das says "I am honoured and thrilled to become a member of the Academy. My journey at the Academy began when Village Rockstars was India's Official entry 2019.

Rima Das has been on cloud nine ever since her Assamese film ‘Village Rockstars’ has been chosen to be India’s official entry to the Oscars. However, there is something that is boughing the filmmaker down and that is lack of finances.

Filmmakers Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das, and Onir present 'My Melbourne'. The anthology features four stories on race, gender, sexuality, and disability issues. It will release in India on March 14 through PVR Cinemas. Presented in multiple languages, the film celebrates cultural diversity. The directors aim to blend narratives with inclusivity and authenticity.

Indian independent film 'Not a Hero' earned a Crystal Bear Special Mention at the 2026 Berlin Film Festival. This coming-of-age story, set in a rural village, explores a boy's journey of belonging and courage, continuing a trend of regionally rooted narratives in Indian cinema.

Rima Das ‘Bulbul Can Sing’ receives special mention at the Berlin Film Festival

Filmmaker Rima Das’ visit to Cannes this year “has been all about exploration and learning.”

'Village Rockstars', India's official entry to the Oscars is set to launch on September 28, in seven cities. The independent filmmaker, Rima Das, produced, directed and shot the film by herself with the help of one camera and one light. She will represent India at the forthcoming Academy Awards in the best foreign language film category.

Acclaimed filmmaker Rima Das is in Kolkata with her latest offering 'Tora's Husband' at the 28th Kolkata International Film Festival. Just like in her previous three films, this one also calls for celebration of life while many things are left for the audience to understand and realize. Speaking on the sidelines of a KIFF event, the filmmaker who hails from Assam and made critically acclaimed films like ‘Village Rockstars’ and ‘Bulbul Can Sing’ insisted that it’s her most challenging film till date.

‘Bulbul Can Sing’ has won the Best Film award at the Prag Cine Awards 2019.

Indian filmmaker Rima Das has been invited to be on the 14Plus International Jury at this year's Berlin International Film Festival.

It’s indeed a proud moment for Assam as self-taught filmmaker Rima Das’s next ‘Malati, My Love’ will be projected at the Asian Project Market of Busan International Film Festival along with 29 other films. Films by renowned Asian directors such as Japan's Koji Fukada, and Indonesia's Makbul Mubarak are also on the elite list for this year's Asian Project Market at the Busan International Film Festival. In addition to Berlin (Bulbul Can Sing) and Toronto’s (Village Rockstars, Tora's Husband) film circuit, Rima Das is a known face in Busan as well.

Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s 'My Melbourne' all set for its India Premiere at MAMI 2024.

It was a desire to be an actor that drew Rima Das from Assam to Mumbai. But then filmmaking happened.

National Award-winning director Rima Das has been watching movies, writing and reading a lot, while in isolation.

The director talks about the anthology that was screened at MAMI.

‘Bulbul Can Sing’ has now been selected as the opening night film at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

Rima Das, the self-made director and producer of 'Village Rockstars', the film made on a shoestring budget which has been selected as India's official entry to the Oscars in the foreign language category next year, is struggling to keep alive her dream of holding aloft the golden statuette for want of funds.

The anthology film 'My Melbourne' includes four powerful stories directed by filmmakers Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir.

The Anurag Kashyap-backed Little Thomas premiered at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

The incident that triggered the idea of making ‘Village Rockstars’