Ajit Rai
Indian critic (1967–2025)
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Early life
Rai was born in Kasian village in Buxar district of Bihar, on 1 October 1967.[4][5]
Work
Rai served as the editor of Rang Prasang, journal of National School of Drama, Ministry of Culture Government of India, New Delhi.[2][4] Over the years he covered various International Film Festivals, including Cannes International Film Festival, El Gouna Film Festival, and Cairo International Film Festival.[6][7]
He was the director of Raipur Film Festival, Azamgarh Film Festival and Haryana International Film Festival.[8][9][10][11] Rai was also the member of International Farmer Film Festival and festival coordinator of the Media International Film Festival,[5][1] and a member of the selection committee for the Meta Awards.[12][13]
Death
Rai died on 23 July 2025, at the age of 57.[14]