Every memorable journey begins with good conversations, a little food, and people who share your passion. 
We started our meetup at Wadeshwar Café, catching up over tasty snacks and chilled cold coffee on a warm Pune day. 
Our next stop was the legendary National Film Archive of India (NFAI), beautifully decorated for the film festival. Stepping into this iconic space felt special, knowing that we were surrounded by the magic of cinema, storytelling, and filmmaking history. 
It was wonderful to connect in person with @TusharSuradkar , @AjitThite , @NithinThomas , and @framesbysumedh , while @SonamW @SharmaKK @SarathUpendran and Reubel Mahajan joined us virtually. Different locations, one wonderful community! 
We captured plenty of memorable photos.
And then came the experiences that made the day truly unforgettable!
Learning from Samar Nakhate - @framesbysumedh , @NithinThomas and I attended his masterclass, gaining fresh perspectives on filmmaking and discovering how much thought and creativity go into bringing stories to life.
Meeting Samir Soni and Sandiip Sikcand - an inspiring moment that reminded us how much dedication and passion go into the world of entertainment.
Listening to Mark Bennington, Shilpa Shirodkar, and Samir Soni share their insights into storytelling and the emotions that make a story truly connect with its audience was another highlight. Every conversation offered something new to reflect on.
What began as a simple meetup over coffee turned into a day filled with learning, inspiration, meaningful connections, and cinematic memories.
Grateful for the people, the conversations, and the memories that made this meetup so special!
Take a glimpse of our experience at the National Film Archive of India (NFAI).
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