The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australia’s Deakin University during the ongoing Waves Bazaar, held alongside the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025.
The agreement, part of the Australia–India Creative Collaboration initiative in partnership with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), aims to advance innovation, academic excellence, and cross-disciplinary engagement in creative and technology-driven education.
Speaking on the occasion, Vishwas Deoskar, CEO of IICT, said, “This collaboration strengthens our mission to nurture global talent and push the boundaries of immersive and interactive media education.”
Under the MoU, IICT and Deakin University will collaborate on academic programs, training, and research in creative and applied technologies. The partnership will also include workshops, masterclasses, and initiatives to promote student and faculty mobility, alongside industry engagement for real-world impact.
IICT also hosted a dedicated booth at Waves Bazaar, where delegates participated in interactive activities and explored the institution’s innovative programs.
Meanwhile, the 56th International Film Festival of India will showcase 18 meticulously restored Indian cinematic classics under the National Film Heritage Mission (NFHM) by the NFDC–National Film Archive of India (NFAI). Notable restorations include Ritwik Ghatak’s Subarnarekha, Muzaffar Ali’s Umrao Jaan, Kalpana Lajmi’s Rudaali, Guru Dutt’s Pyaasa, and Mani Ratnam’s Gitanjali, among others.
— IANS