Toronto Tamil Film Festival

10/09/2026

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

# TORONTO TAMIL INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL CONGRATULATES JUDGE NAVI PILLAY ON RECEIVING THE 2026 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE

**Toronto, Ontario - October 9, 2026** - The **Toronto Tamil International Film Festival (TTIFF)** extends its warmest and most heartfelt congratulations to **Judge Navanethem “Navi” Pillay** on being awarded the **2026 Nobel Peace Prize**, in recognition of her lifelong commitment to peace, justice, human rights, and the advancement of international law.

Born in Durban, South Africa, **Navi Pillay (Navanethem Pillay) is of Indian Tamil origin**. Her extraordinary journey to becoming one of the world’s most respected jurists is a source of immense pride and inspiration to **Tamils around the world**.

Throughout her distinguished career, Judge Pillay has demonstrated exceptional courage, integrity, and dedication in defending human dignity, equality, justice, and the rule of law. Her contributions to international justice and human rights have made a lasting impact internationally.

The Toronto Tamil International Film Festival recognizes this historic achievement as a proud moment for the global Tamil community. Judge Pillay’s remarkable life and accomplishments serve as an inspiration to Tamil youth everywhere, demonstrating that education, perseverance, principled leadership, and a strong commitment to justice can create meaningful and lasting change in the world.

The **Toronto Tamil International Film Festival proudly joins Tamils around the world and millions across the globe in celebrating this historic honour.**

**“Congratulations, Judge Navi Pillay. Tamils around the world are proud of you.”**

# # # About Toronto Tamil International Film Festival

Established in 2020, the **Toronto Tamil International Film Festival** celebrates cinema, filmmakers, artists, and creative voices from Canada and around the world while promoting cultural exchange, diversity, and excellence in filmmaking.

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Website: **www.ttff.ca**

10/09/2026

Congratulations to Navi Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. 🕊️🏅

The Toronto Tamil International Film Festival proudly celebrates this historic achievement and extends our heartfelt congratulations to her for her lifelong commitment to justice, human rights, equality, and peace.

A proud and inspiring moment for Tamils around the world. ❤️

தமிழினத்திற்கு பெருமை!
நவநீதம் பிள்ளை அவர்களுக்கு எமது மனமார்ந்த வாழ்த்துகள்.

10/03/2026

Vyramuthu Sornalingam was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 7th Annual Toronto Tamil International Film Festival (TTIFF) 2026, recognizing his 35 years of dedicated contribution to arts, music, and the Tamil Canadian community.

The special honour was presented during the TTIFF Awards Ceremony & Dinner Gala held on September 27, 2026, at the Grand Cinnamon Banquet & Convention Centre in Scarborough, Toronto.

During the ceremony, his decades-long journey and service to the arts were recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award trophy and certificate. Guests in attendance rose to their feet in tribute, making it one of the most memorable and emotional moments of the evening.

The presentation took place in the presence of community leaders, media representatives, dignitaries, business leaders, filmmakers, artists and guests from diverse communities.

Vyramuthu Sornalingam’s 35-year journey represents a lasting contribution to arts, music and community service, creating a legacy for future generations.

Presented by:
Toronto Tamil International Film Festival – TTIFF
7th Annual • 2026,
Toronto, Canada

Festival President: Senthuran Nadarajah
Festival Director: Kiruthika
Chief Guest / Presenter: Frank Scarpitti (Mayor of Markham, Ontario)

🌐 www.ttff.ca
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09/29/2026

📢✨ More great news! On September 27, the New Century Films team was invited to the TTIFF International Film Festival awards ceremony, where two of our latest films received honours! 🏆

Following its September 25 premiere, our feature film【Love at Last】screened at the festival. Its stars, Melanie Tong and Ethan Gu, won Best Actress and Best Actor, respectively, with Mayor Frank Scarpitti presenting their awards! 🎬

Our short film【The Taste of Homecoming】won Best Short Film, presented by Ontario MPPs Raymond Cho and Aris Babikian. The team also received a letter of commendation from Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti, recognizing the moving story they brought to audiences.

Thank you to the festival for this recognition and to everyone who has supported us. Watch【Love at Last】now: https://youtu.be/zhMa1_-YAEs?si=d2N4mYyVGst6QXg2

09/29/2026

Toronto Tamil International Film Festival - Award Ceremony & Dinner Gala 2026

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09/26/2026

Mysskin Masterclass: Inside the Mind of a Filmmaker | TTIFF 2026

Join acclaimed filmmaker Mysskin for an exclusive four-hour masterclass on cinema, storytelling, and directing, followed by a practical session on screenwriting and independent filmmaking in Toronto with writer and director Lenin M. Sivam. An inspiring experience for aspiring filmmakers, actors, writers, film students, and cinema enthusiasts.

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Canadian Tamils' Chamber of Commerce, Toronto

Limited Seating | Registration Required

இயக்குநர் மிஷ்கின் திரைப்படக் கலைப் பயிலரங்கம் | TTIFF 2026
திரைப்பட இயக்குநரின் சிந்தனை உலகிற்குள் ஓர் பயணம்!

நிகழ்வின் சுருக்கம் (Event Summary)

புகழ்பெற்ற திரைப்பட இயக்குநர் மிஷ்கின் அவர்களுடன் திரைப்படக் கலை, திரைக்கதை, கதை சொல்லும் நுட்பங்கள் மற்றும் இயக்கம் குறித்த நான்கு மணி நேரச் சிறப்புப் பயிலரங்கம்!

அதனைத் தொடர்ந்து, எழுத்தாளரும் இயக்குநருமான லெனின் எம். சிவம் அவர்களுடன் திரைக்கதை எழுதுதல் மற்றும் ரொரான்ரோவில் சுயாதீனத் திரைப்படங்களை உருவாக்குதல் குறித்த நடைமுறைப் பயிற்சி நடைபெறும்.

திரைப்பட இயக்குநர்களாக விரும்புவோர், எழுத்தாளர்கள், நடிகர்கள், திரைப்படக் கல்லூரி மாணவர்கள் மற்றும் சினிமா ஆர்வலர்கள் அனைவருக்குமான அரிய வாய்ப்பு!

📅 திகதி: சனிக்கிழமை, செப்டம்பர் 26, 2026
⏰ நேரம்: பிற்பகல் 2:00 – 6:00 மணி
📍 இடம்: கனடிய தமிழர் வர்த்தக சம்மேளனம், ரொரான்ரோ
🎟️ இருக்கைகள் குறைவாக உள்ளன. முன்பதிவு அவசியம்!
Register Here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mysskin-masterclass-inside-the-mind-of-a-filmmaker-ttiff-2026-tickets-2001784583576

09/25/2026

🎬 Opening Day is Here!

Join us today for the 7th Annual Toronto Tamil International Film Festival 2026 as we officially begin three exciting days celebrating cinema, filmmakers, culture, and creativity.

✨ Opening Ceremony & Red Carpet
📅 Today – Friday, September 25, 2026
🔴 Red Carpet: 6:00 PM
🎬 Opening Ceremony: 7:00 PM

📍 York Cinemas
115 York Blvd #2, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3B4
Come celebrate the opening of TTIFF 2026 with filmmakers, artists, special guests, media, and cinema lovers from our community and beyond.

🎞️ Sep 25–27, 2026

09/24/2026

🎬✨THE RED CARPET IS READY! TORONTO, HERE WE COME! ✨🎬

Join us for the grand Opening Ceremony & Red Carpet of the 7th Annual Toronto Tamil International Film Festival 2026! 🌟

Experience an exciting evening celebrating cinema, creativity, culture, and the incredible talent of filmmakers from around the world.

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 York Cinemas, 115 York Blvd #2, Richmond Hill, ON
🎥 Three Days of Cinema & Celebration!

September 25–27, 2026 | Toronto, Canada

Opening Ceremony • Red Carpet • 50+ Film Screenings • Meet & Greet • Awards Gala Night

Cinema Connects Cultures. ❤️

09/24/2026

🎬 2 Days to Go

Join us for the 7th Annual Toronto Tamil International Film Festival 2026 - a distinguished celebration of Tamil cinema, creativity, and culture.

📍 Opening at York Cinemas @ 7 PM
📅 September 25, 2026

✨ Opening Ceremony
✨ Red Carpet
✨ 50+ Film Screenings
✨ Meet & Greet
✨ Awards Gala Night

09/23/2026

7th Annual Toronto Tamil International Film Festival (TTIFF 2026)!

Three unforgettable days celebrating international cinema, Tamil talent, creativity, and the magic of storytelling! 🌟

📅 September 25–27, 2026
📍 Toronto, Canada
🎥 Opening Ceremony & Red Carpet
🎞️ 50+ International Film Screenings
🤝 Filmmaker Meet & Greet
🏆 Awards Ceremony & Dinner Gala
✨ Different Countries. Different Cultures. One Passion — CINEMA!

Toronto is ready to welcome the world! See you at TTIFF 2026! 🎉