Draft:Filmbuster

Filmbuster (Festival)

Club Filmatics Vice President, Joel Rodrigues; Mass Communication Coordinator, Archie Fernandes; Club Filmatics Incharge, Sonika Lotlikar; President, Devonna Gomes and Media Coordinator, Mario Pimenta on Dias
Date	February 28, 2024
Location	Don Bosco College Panjim
Theme	Roll into the Cineverse

Filmbuster was Goa's First Intercollegiate Media Event organized by Club Filmatics in association with the Department of Mass Communication of Don Bosco College Panjim on February 28, 2024, at the Don Bosco College Panjim campus.

Club Filmatics Council

Club Filmatics Council is the driving force behind the organization of Filmbuster and various other events. Comprised of dedicated individuals, the council plays a pivotal role in shaping the creative landscape of the organization.

Executive Members

• President: Devonna Gomes
• Vice President: Joel Rodrigues
• Club Filmatics Incharge: Sonika Lotlikar
• Media Coordinator: Mario Pimenta

The Executive Council of Club Filmatics

About the Council

The council members, led by President Devonna Gomes, bring together their expertise and passion for media to create memorable events. Under the guidance of Club Filmatics Incharge, Sonika Lotlikar, and with the support of Vice President Joel Rodrigues, the council ensures the smooth execution of initiatives like Filmbuster. Mario Pimenta, in his role as the Media Coordinator, plays a crucial role in promoting the club and its events, leveraging various media channels to reach a wider audience.

Recognition

The efforts of the Filmatics Council have garnered recognition from both within and outside the organization. Their dedication and leadership have been instrumental in making Filmbuster a resounding success, further solidifying their position as visionaries in the realm of media and entertainment.

Overview

Filmbuster, curated towards media students, aimed to promote media literacy and creativity among participants.

Inaugural Details

The event began with faculty in charge of Club Filmatics, Assistant Professor Sonika Lotlikar, and Coordinator of the Department of Mass Communication, Assistant Professor Archie Fernandes, escorting the Chief Guest, Rajendra Talak, to the dais. The event was declared open by Talak, who spoke about the importance of learning and creativity in media. Inaugural Dance was performed by former Marathi Serial Child Actress,Sakshi Nageshkar

Participants

St Xavier's College,Mapusa (Team Sanjay Leela Bhansali)

Saraswat Vidyalaya's Sridora Caculo College of Commerce & Management Studies,Mapusa (Team Rajkumar Hirani)

SS Dempo College, Cujira (Team Karan Johar)

Competition Details

Notable Judges

Renowned personalities from the film, entertainment, and media industry graced the event as judges along with faculty members for multidimensional competitions. These included:

• Goan Actor, Salil Naik
• Director, Dnyanesh Moghe
• Associate Editor and Senior Journalist, Ramnath Pai Raikar
• Dancer, Simran Haldankar
• Photographer, Aliston Dias
• Filmmaker, Prasad Naik
• Model, Saisha Prabhu
• Creative Director, Vijay Xavier
• Footballer, Beckham Veron Xavier
• Social Media Influencer,Flexcia D'Souza.

Events

The competition featured various events, including:

• The Showcase - On-stage event showcasing talent and creativity.
• Behind The Scenes - Off-stage event revealing the process behind filmmaking.
• Director's Cut - Pre-events testing contestants' digital content creation skills and talent.

Pre-events

Pre-events under "Director's Cut" included:

• Parde Ke Piche Kya Hai - Fashion Photoshoot (Event In-Charge: Miss Prachi Shirodkar)
• Loop Lapeta - Reel Making (Event In-Charge: Mr. Numair Khan and Miss Falak Fatima Siddiqui)
• Ruk Ruk Ke - Stop Motion (Event In-Charge: Mr. Nimar and Miss Siya Chodanker)

On-stage Events

• Special Performance by Team Filmbuster (Poonam Bind, Roshni Maurya, and Sakshi Nageshkar)
• Jhalak Dikla Ja - Participants showcasing their dance moves. (Event In-Charge: Miss Astrid and Miss Sarah Cabral)
• The Crown - Mr. And Ms. Pageant exhibiting participants' strengths and talent.

(Event In-Charge: Miss Cheala Fernandes and Mr. Arsh Aga)

• Ensemble Assemble! - Participating teams introducing themselves with names based on popular directors. (Event In-Charge: Miss Danika Dsa)
• Walk of Fame - Fashion show revealing students’ style and teamwork. (Event In-Charge: Miss Prachi Shirodkar)

Off-stage Events

• Definitely Maybe - Exploring different endings to popular films. (Event In-Charge: Mr. Rameez Shaikh)
• Pehchaan Kaun? - Interaction game with the audience. (Event In-Charge: Miss Sharvi Dhond)
• Sell A Prop - Participants styling, shuffling, and selling iconic props. (Event In-Charge: Miss Saisma Naik)
• Saap Seedy Aur Sholay - Human snake and ladder game. (Event In-Charge: Miss Analiese Ferrao)

The event concluded with a musical performance by DJ Doel.

Press Conference

Club Filmatics, in association with the Department of Mass Communication, organized a press conference on February 26, 2024, to announce the upcoming intercollegiate event Filmbuster. The event, scheduled for February 28, 2024, at Don Bosco College Panjim, aims to provide a platform for media students to showcase their creativity and talent. During the press conference, Ms. Sonika Lotliker, the Filmatics Faculty In Charge, highlighted the significance of the event in promoting media literacy among students. Ms. Devonna Gomes, the President of Club Filmaticsc unveiled the lineup of events, promising a unique experience for participants and attendees. Mr. Mario Pimenta, the Media Coordinator, emphasized the role of media in amplifying the club's initiatives and extending the invitation to the press and guests to join Filmbuster.

Gallery

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  The Executive Council of Club Filmatics
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  Club Filmatics with Don Bosco College Panjim, Principal, Dr. Cedric Silveira
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  Inaugural Dance By Sakshi Nageshkar
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  Filmbuster Is Declared Open
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  Filmatics Dignitaries on Dias
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  Filmbuster Team