Hyash Tanmoy takes his film Ulta to TIFF

Kolkata-based Hyash Tanmoy has been invited to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025 as part of the official Indian delegation. His genre-thriller Ulta, directed by Paromita Dhar, is one of six Indian films selected for TIFF's Industry Conference. The festival runs from September 4 to 14.
Ulta explores the lives of Bengali and Bihari migrant house helps in Bihar, delving into themes of class, power, and the surreal. The film's selection highlights the growing recognition of Indian independent cinema on the global stage.
Hyash Tanmoy is a recognised producer in the international film community, having been selected for the Berlinale Talents and the Locarno Industry Academy. His body of work focuses on reimagining socio-political realities and interrogating entrenched power structures.
The TIFF Industry Conference provides a vital platform for filmmakers to network, pitch, and foster collaborations. Tanmoy's participation underscores the importance of international co-productions and the global exchange of cinematic narratives.
This milestone reflects a larger momentum within Indian cinema, where independent voices are increasingly breaking through with daring, politically charged, and globally resonant narratives. Ulta exemplifies this trajectory, combining artistic audacity with pressing social realities, and reaffirming India’s role as a crucial site of storytelling within the international entertainment sector.