Bishkek Film Festival Industry Buzz: The fourth Bishkek International Film Festival (7–12 June) is spotlighting new Central Asian projects through “Bars in Progress,” a post-production pitch platform taking films “from rough cut to world premiere,” with selected teams seeking European partners and festival premieres. More BIFF Pitching: Another festival sidebar, “CAF Pitch,” is also underway, backing debut features with cash awards and one-on-one meetings for emerging directors. Mongolian Cinema in Bishkek: “Mongolian Film Week” kicked off in Bishkek on June 9 at Ala-Too cinema, bringing contemporary Mongolian titles and cultural themes to Kyrgyz audiences through June 12. State Support for Kyrgyz Cinema: Kyrgyz officials say film industry funding has surged more than tenfold since 2019, rising to 928 million soms for 2026. Theatre & Puppet Premiere: Bishkek’s Kyrgyz State Puppet Theater staged “The Spotted Dog Running Along the Shore” (Aitmatov-based), while the musical “Cholponum” is set for June 16–17 at the Opera and Ballet theatre. Sports Arts Crossover: Kyrgyzstan drew Palestine 0–0 in a Bishkek friendly as both teams prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup.