'Dum Laga Ke Haisha' which stole the audience's heart with its captivating and endearing story about an overweight but educated woman's bond with her illiterate husband will kickstart the first Ottawa Indian Film Festival to be held later this month.

Commenting on the occasion, the film's lead actor, Ayushmann Khurrana said, "I am glad that 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha' has worked well with both the critics and the audience. Its content, realism and performances make it one of the better films of the year."

The film fest will be graced by both of the film's leading stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar. Kudos to the makers of the film!