The Raleigh Film & Art Festival (RFAF) will be taking place on the campus of William Peace University, and one of Peace’s own will have an opportunity to highlight her work.
Mohanalakshmi Rajakumar ʼ00, created a web mini series, A Diwali Dilemma, set to come out this month. The series, a fresh Desi twist on the classic A Christmas Carol, tells the story of Mala, a female Indian American, whose three female mentor spirits visit her on the first night of Diwali. The trailer for the series will be screened at the RFAF on Sunday, October 5.
The series will air on the MohaDoha YouTube channel for free, over five days, starting on October 20.
Rajakumar earned her Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from Peace and her Master’s in Literature from North Carolina State University. In 2008, she earned her Ph.D. in Arts, English, and Cultural Studies from the University of Florida.
Her trailer/film being highlighted at the RFAF is a prime example of how Peace alumni are contributing to the arts, both locally and globally.
By showcasing the work of a Peace alum, the RFAF creates opportunities for collaboration and visibility between the University and the local creative community. With a two-year agreement in place between Peace and the RFAF, the connections between the local arts scene and students, alumni, and community members will continue to strengthen.
The Raleigh Film & Arts Festival is scheduled for Oct. 3-5, 2025.
During the festival, Peace will host select events on campus, including the opening celebration in the Main Building Parlor and Courtyard, and the closing program and awards ceremony in Kenan Auditorium.
Poetry sessions and film panels will be held in Kenan Auditorium on Saturday and Sunday.
About the Raleigh Film & Art Festival
Founded in 2012, the Raleigh Film & Art Festival brings together filmmakers, artists, and audiences from across the state and beyond. The RFAF is dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences. With programming that celebrates diverse voices and creative expression, this new collaboration with William Peace University further strengthens Raleigh’s role as a hub for arts and culture.
