12th Darbhanga International Film Festival 2025: A Global Cinematic Celebration
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 12th Darbhanga International Film Festival 2025 (DIFF) |
| Dates | 7th to 9th February, 2025 |
| Location | Delhi World Public School, Darbhanga, Bihar |
| Films Screened | 45 films from India and abroad |
| Activities | Youth cultural presentations, cinema quiz competitions |
| Awards Presented | 65 awards in various categories |
| Closing Film | "Dada Lakhmi" directed by Yashpal Sharma |
| About Darbhanga | Located in the Mithila region of Bihar |
| Geography | Situated on the banks of the Bagmati River |
| Neighboring Districts | Madhubani (north), Samastipur (south), Saharsa (east), Muzaffarpur, Sitamarhi (west) |
| Etymology | Derived from Sanskrit 'Dwar-Bang' or Persian 'Dar-e-Bang' meaning 'Gate of Bengal' |
| Historical Significance | Founded by Darbhangi Khan during the Mughal period |
| Area | Total area of 2,279 square km |