What is IAD?

International Animation Day (IAD) is celebrated annually on October 28th to recognize animation as a universal art form, honoring the artists, scientists, and technicians behind it, and commemorating the first public animation screening by Charles-Émile Reynaud in Paris in 1892. Established by the International Animated Film Association (ASIFA) in 2002, this global event features screenings, workshops, and exhibitions to share the joy and cultural impact of animation. 

Join ASIFA India’s International Animation Day (IAD) 2025-Hyderabad scheduled tomorrow (27th October 2025) at Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad featuring Ashwin Kumar, Director of the blockbuster Mahavatar Narsimha and creator of India’s first mythological animated cinematic universe. He will talk about Breaking barriers in Indian Animation: The Narsimha Success Story.
Rajat Ojha of Gamitronics will take a session on Beating the AI Challenge in Gaming, whereas Seshaprasad A.R., Head of Studios, Dneg will take the audience through Behind the Scenes : Creating Kalkio 2898AD. Upmanyu Bhattacharyya , will take an intensive session about Work in Progress on Heirloom & other projects during his session on ‘Crafting Award Winning Animation Shorts’.

Join us for a day filled with inspiration, creativity, and learning — celebrating the vibrant spirit of animation and filmmaking!

✨ Hosted by Asifa India – celebrating 25 years of nurturing India’s animation community!