Hosted by DC South Asian Arts Council Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the Washington D.C. South Asian Film Festival (DCSAFF) takes place annually in the heart of the nation’s capitol, showcasing the best in unconventional cinema from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. This festival focuses on documentaries that promote social change and increase awareness of important issues, and this aligns with the mission of the MurthyNAYAK Foundation, which is a supporter of the event.

Each year, alongside its tightly curated screening program of features, documentaries and shorts, DCSAFF hosts exclusive media presentations, retrospectives, and special tributes. The festival is dedicated to maintaining a dialogue between film enthusiasts and industry professionals by providing the opportunity for the exchange of ideas through discussions, panels, and networking events. DCSAFF provides a platform for filmmakers to expand their audience and reach out to a potential 600,000 South Asians living in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

Since its inception, DCSAFF has also been committed to giving back by championing local charities, including: Upakar Foundation, Ekal Vidhyala, Global India Fund, American India Fund, ASHA, Pratham and The Humsafar Trust.

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