‘Fishers of Men’ Shortlisted for 24th Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum

By  News On Air   Jan 22, 2026

Waves Film Bazaar has announced that one of its projects, titled ‘Fishers of Men’, has been shortlisted for the 24th edition of the Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum. As per an official press release, the selection marks a significant milestone in the project’s development journey, which gained momentum at Waves Film Bazaar 2024. Recognised for its strong artistic vision and commercial potential, the film directed by Sanju Surendran had then secured a cash grant of 5,000 dollars.

While Waves Film Bazaar served as the project’s launchpad, the project will now represent Indian cinematic excellence at the expanded Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF) Industry Project Market 2026. The festival, scheduled to be held from 17th to 19th March 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, will provide filmmakers with an opportunity to engage with international financiers, sales agents, and co-production partners.

The selection of “Fishers of Men” at HAF24 underscores the Information & Broadcasting Ministry’s continued commitment to nurturing filmmaking talent through domestic platforms such as Waves Film Bazaar and facilitating their progression towards meaningful international collaborations.