Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are set to bring a touch of Bollywood to New Zealand as they are set to attend the official launch of the country’s first-ever Indian film festival, The Indian Film Festival of New Zealand (TIFFNZ) on June 2.The actor-producer duo will headline the launch event, which will also include a special screening of their first ever production, the internationally celebrated film Girls Will Be Girls.Set to debut in October, TIFFNZ marks a major milestone as New Zealand’s first dedicated Indian film festival. Founded by Petrina D’Rozario, the festival aims to celebrate Indian cinema while creating stronger creative ties between India and New Zealand.Sharing their excitement about being part of the launch, Richa and Ali said in a joint statement, “We’re very happy to be part of the launch of TIFFNZ. Film festivals play an important role in building dialogue and creating space for diverse stories. The idea of bringing Indian cinema to New Zealand in a structured, celebratory way feels both timely and meaningful. We’re looking forward to supporting this new chapter and engaging with audiences there.”The festival itself is envisioned as a four-day celebration of Indian stories across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch with screenings, workshops, cultural events, and industry conversations designed to connect filmmakers, audiences, and creatives from both countries. The inaugural edition is expected to showcase around 30 films across feature and short formats, highlighting the diversity and global appeal of Indian cinema while also amplifying South Asian voices in Aotearoa.