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The Busan International Film Festival will present its Korean Cinema Award to its 88-year-old founder, Kim Dong-ho, at the opening ceremony on October 6, recognizing his significant contributions to shaping Korean cinema and raising its international profile.
Hong Kong New Wave master Ann Hui will be honored with the Chanel-backed Camellia Award at the 31st Busan International Film Festival on October 6, recognizing her significant contributions to elevating the status of women in the film industry.
The Asian Cinema Fund (ACF), part of the Busan International Film Festival, has selected 12 projects as its 2026 recipients from 798 submissions across three funding streams.
The Busan International Film Festival’s Asian Cinema Fund has selected three international co-productions from directors Fukada Koji, Jakrawal Nilthamrong, and Boo Junfeng for its 2026 Co-Production Support Fund.
Michelle Yeoh, the first Asian woman to win an Oscar for Best Actress, has been named the Asian Filmmaker of the Year at the Busan International Film Festival. This honor recognizes her significant contributions to Asian cinema.
Tribeny Rai’s debut feature film 'Shape of Momo,' an award-winner at the Busan International Film Festival, will be released across India and Nepal on May 29 by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media.
The Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) has selected Japan as the 2026 Focus Country for its Producer Hub, a co-production networking platform linked to the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).
Actress Kim Minha, known for her role in 'Pachinko,' has been announced as the host for the opening ceremony of the Busan International Film Festival. She will preside over the prestigious event.