 The largest of its kind in India, it was started in 1995 and is affiliated with the International Federation of Film Producers' Association (FIAPF) in Paris.Kolkata's strong ties to film-making (through such icons as Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen and, Goutam Ghosh) has boosted the festival and it screens a number of critically acclaimed international films every year.The Dover Lane Music Festival is a Hindustani classical music-oriented event, with performances from established musicians from several countries as well as new musicians.