August 25th | Mumbai, India
Filmi ShortFest
WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS THE LENS
About Filmi Shortfest
``Filmi Shortfest`` is a golden opportunity for aspiring Indian filmmakers brought to you by ``Filmi Jobs``. All the filmmakers who acquired phenomenal filmmaking talent can participate in our event. Those shortlisted films will be screened at preview theater one day prior to the event and all will be reviewed by the jury based on originality, creativity, plot, pacing and structure, acting, dialogue, cinematography, editing, and message effectiveness. Best of the Talent will be Rewarded by the Jury and Celebrities on the Event day.
Our Objective
FRESH IDEAS, NEW METHODS
Empower Aspiring Filmmakers
We provide a platform for aspiring filmmakers to showcase their talent and creativity, empowering them to pursue successful careers in the film industry.
Reward Excellence and Encourage Creativity
We recognize and reward excellence in filmmaking through cash prizes, encouraging filmmakers to push their creative boundaries and strive for excellence in their craft.
Facilitate Industry Connections
We connect aspiring filmmakers with established professionals, fostering meaningful connections, mentorship opportunities, and collaborations to support their entry into the industry.
Filmi Shortfest Award Nights 2023
Below you'll find the schedule for Filmi Shortfest 2023.
We'll keep this page regularly updated with all new Judges so be sure to keep checking in!
Auditorium Gates Open
Welcoming of Jury Members on Stage
Panel Discussion by the Jury
Audience Question Answers
Announcement of Short Film Winners and Awards by Jury and Sponsors
Announcement of Celebrity Award Winners
Vote of Thanks by CMD and Closing Notes
Our Vision
FILMI SHORTFEST envisions becoming a premier short film festival that brings together filmmakers from across the nation. Our vision is to provide a transformative platform for filmmakers to showcase their talent and amplify their voices through the medium of short films. We aim to curate a festival that goes beyond screenings by offering filmmakers the opportunity to listen and learn from the finest minds in the industry, gain inspiration, build valuable connections for collaborating on future projects.
Process of Participation
Register on the website and pay the registration fee of 1500/- + GST (18%) before the deadline of 10th August 2023 . Special Student Offer Available !
Fill out the registration form with necessary information .
The competition guidelines for themes and genres to registered user only via E-mail only.
Submit your film as per the technical requirements and guidelines as described in rules and regulations provided before the event deadline which is 17th August 2023.
The top entries will be selected by the judges and invited to Mumbai for the film screening at the preview theatre one day prior to the finale which will be held on 25th August 2023.
Thank You #FILMISHORTFEST2023 Sponsor
We wouldn't be able to host our conference without help from these amazing companies. A huge thanks to our sponsors and partners!

Register to Attend
August 25-08 2023
St Andrews | Mumbai, India
We can't wait to see you at venue for filmmakers and content creators to display their skills and originality through short films is the Filmi Shortfest Competition 2023.
Have Questions? Look Here.
Filmi Shortfest Competition 2023 welcomes submissions from all over India and encourages filmmakers to experiment with various genres and subjects.
Filmi Short is an opportunity for filmmakers to display their skills and originality through short films.
1. Register on the Website.
2. Submit your short film online through the Filmi Shortfest website.
Duration of the Short Film will be up to 30 minutes.
Cash Rewards... Gift Hampers... and Trophies... for the following categories
• Best Film
• Director
• Male Actor
• Female Actor
• Story/Script Writer
• Cinematographer
• Music Director
• Editor
Join Filmi Shortfest Event
India's Creative Short Film Festival
Screening Venue | Finale Event
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Phone : +91 98213 49444