TIFF 50: My First Movie Premiere Experience in Canada

Attending the Toronto International Film Festival in my very first year in Canada was an incredible stroke of luck!

Time and again, I keep talking about my new experiences in Canada. I still call it “New” because if you have been following me for a while, you would know that I arrived in Canada just this year, in February. And oh boy! This city has been throwing its best at me ever since. From scenic snowfall photography frames to making me learn and adapt to the culture (& food) of this city, it is all a beautiful experience.

September has been absolutely magical so far! With fall just around the corner, I’m already buzzing with excitement, but let’s talk about the real highlight: the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which just celebrated its incredible 50th edition. For years, I’d only heard whispers about its grandeur, how it draws global talent and sparkles with movie premieres. But living it firsthand? That was something else entirely. TIFF wasn’t just a film festival; it was a vibrant, worldwide celebration of storytelling that left me in awe.

TIFF 50 buzzed with the same magic you’d find in a great movie- vibrant characters, gripping stories, and creativity bursting at the seams. It had creativity in all the pop-ups, a red carpet that showcased stars in their most humble form and for…