9th Yakutsk International Film Festival Announces Asian-Focused Competition Lineup

The 9th Yakutsk International Film Festival, scheduled from November 4 to 9, 2026, has unveiled its competition lineup, featuring a strong emphasis on Asian cinema. The festival will include films from Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, mainland China, India, Mongolia, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates, alongside a dedicated Indian cinema showcase. This year marks the festival's first winter edition, aiming to strengthen connections between Sakha cinema and the international filmmaking community.