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About
RINFF
The Rain International Nature Film Festival (RINFF) serves as a global platform to unite ecologically conscious filmmakers, showcasing their works to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues. This festival not only celebrates creative storytelling but also fosters a deeper understanding of nature and conservation.
The inaugural edition of RINFF was held from January 25th to 27th, 2019, in Munnar, Kerala, and was followed by the second edition from January 24th to 26th, 2020, at Kumarakom, near the famed Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary in Kerala. These events attracted participants and delegates from around the world, featuring exceptional films centered on the beauty and challenges of the natural world.
In 2021, the festival transitioned to a virtual platform due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the third edition held online on January 29th to 31st. By 2022, RINFF returned to an in-person format, hosting its 4th edition at CMS College, Kottayam, on March 11th and 12th. The 5th edition, held at Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha, on March 23rd and 24th, 2023, continued the tradition with resounding success.
Upcoming Edition
The 6th Rain International Nature Film Festival is scheduled for December 4th and 5th, 2024, at Kattappana, Kerala. This edition promises to bring together global talent and foster dialogue on environmental stewardship through cinematic excellence.
Hosts and Visionaries
The festival is hosted by Birds Club International and the Jayaraj Foundation.
- Birds Club International: A non-commercial organization founded in 2010 by Jayaraj Rajasekharan Nair, an acclaimed Indian filmmaker and environmental advocate. It is dedicated to promoting awareness about birds, conservation, and sustainable use of natural resources. Registered as a charitable organization, it conducts public campaigns and education initiatives to inspire ecological responsibility.
- Jayaraj Foundation: Focused on environmental conservation and advocacy, this foundation supports the festival as part of its broader mission to protect and celebrate the natural world.
With its rich legacy and commitment to environmental awareness, RINFF continues to be a beacon for filmmakers and activists passionate about shaping a sustainable future through the art of cinema.
Meet our
Expert panel of 2024
Jayaraj
Festival Director
Festival Director
Kaviyoor Sivaprasad
International Jury Chairman
International Jury Chairman
Dr. Khalid Ali
International Jury
International Jury
Bijay Jena
International Jury
International Jury
Pablo Ren Baolu
International Jury
International Jury
Pradeep M Nair
Artistic Director and Jury
Artistic Director and Jury
Madhavi Madhupal
Festival Programmer
Festival Programmer
Qazi Abdur Rahim
International Curator
International Curator
Kavya H Das
Coordinator
Coordinator
A great platform for filmmakers
Drizzle In The Magic Of Celluloid
“Nature had always mesmerized me. I always took care to include nature in my films. I hope this festival will encourage other film enthusiasts to utilize nature through their lens and bring it's magic to more people through the screen.“
Jayaraj ( Festival Director )
Prakriti Puraskar
Padma Shri Dr. E Unnikrishan
Padma Shri Dr. E Unnikrishan
Silver Elephant Award
for The Best Feature Film
Colonies in Conflict
Director : Rajani Mani
Silver Elephant Award
for The Best Documentary
The heart of Baikal
Director : Arina Kosmina
Silver Elephant Award
for The Best Documentary
Between heaven and earth
Director : San
Silver Elephant Award
for The Best Short Film
Ganga ke do kinare
Director : Archana. Asna Jamal & Avikal
Golden Hornbill Award
for the Best Documentary (Youth)
Pacha Manushyan
Director: Sruthi Prakash
Silver Hornbill Award
for The Best Shortfilm (Youth)
Anima
Director: Sidharth K P
Golden Owl Award
for The Best Documentary (School)
The Change
Director: Sreehari Rajesh
Silver Owl Award
for The Best Short Film (Children)
Hutch
Director: Sreehari Rajesh
Silver Buttterfly Award
Special Jury Award
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celebrate the film festival
Birds Club International is a noncommercial organization that aims at promoting global interest in birds, conservation of nature and the environments through public campaigns and education. Started in 2010, by National and International award winning Indian filmmaker, Jayaraj Rajasekharan Nair, as part of Jayaraj Foundation, it is registered as a charitable organization to revive and conserve environment, by tapping and utilizing optimum natural resources. The Rain International Nature Film Festival focuses on films made to project the awesomeness of nature through the lens of the maker.
