Jungle Book's Neel Sethi to attend Sharjah kids' film fest

Neel Sethi

Published: Sun 7 Oct 2018, 12:31 PM

Last updated: Mon 8 Oct 2018, 2:07 PM

The sixth edition of the Sharjah International Children's Film Festival (SICFF 2018) will be hosting the famous Jungle Book actor who played the role of Mowgli. Indian-American Neel Sethi will be attending the festival  held from October 14 - 19 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC).
The 14-year-old actor showcased his acting skills while embodying the role and described his similarities with Mowgli at another recent film festival.
"I am stubborn and look like him in shape, and we have a lot in common," he said. 
SICFF 2018 will be showcasing 138 films selected from a total of 500 films from 31 countries. 54 films from 17 countries will make its premiere in the Middle East, Gulf Region, and the UAE. The participating films cover several categories, including the Best Feature Film, Best Documentary Film, Best Animation Film, Best International Short Film, Best Student-Made Film, Best Short Arab Film, and the Best Child-Made Film.
 
 

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Published: Sun 7 Oct 2018, 12:31 PM

Last updated: Mon 8 Oct 2018, 2:07 PM

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