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7th Bollywood International Film Festival (biff)

Maharashtra, the culture of India and other nations in th

Festival overview

About 7th Bollywood International Film Festival (biff)

Physical film festival in Maharashtra, the culture of India and other nations in th with submission categories including Music Video and Long Animation Films.

India is a land of art and cultural heritage and it is spread in various forms in our society whether it's dance, drama, music, films, painting, sports, etc. Being a global enterprise, Indian Cinema (Bollywood) is a remarkable example of our cultural diversity and it has the greatest influence on India's national identity.

We always celebrate our art and one of the best ways is to do so is film festivals. There are many film festivals in Asia where filmmakers and film lovers alike can celebrate the best and the brightest.

We are adding one more precious feather to it and that’s the BOLLYWOOD INTERNATIONAL FILMFESTIVAL (BIFF). Launched in January 2020, Bollywood International Film Festival – BIFF Mumbai is founded by some of the best-known actors, directors and film professionals.

BIFF Mumbai intends to provide a place that connects the film lovers and makers around the world. The purpose of this film festival is to promote new film makers, looking to get publicity for their films, exchange of knowledge, information, ideas, the culture of India and other nations in the context of their social and cultural ethos.

The festival will host various forums for academic interactions on filmmaking, film appreciation like seminars, workshops, masterclasses etc., for the benefit of film professionals, discerning audience and students on different aspects of cinema. We invite filmmakers, people from the film fraternity, film critics, journalists, discerning cineastes from amongst the general public & International and National film Institutes; distribution agencies/organizations, to witness the glorious start of BIFF.

We sincerely hope the film lovers will utilize this opportunity to enrol as delegates and enjoy the contemporary world cinema and the classics.

Schedule

Important Dates

Call for Entries Opens
Feb 15, 2026
Final Submission Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Notification Date
Oct 15, 2026
Festival Starts
Dec 18, 2026
Festival Ends
Dec 20, 2026
Eligibility

Rules & Eligibility

General Rules+
  1. Who Can Apply? Anyone can submit their film – whether you're from a big city or a small village. We value talent, not background.

  2. Film Eligibility: Only films completed after 1st January 2023 are allowed.

  3. Subtitles are Must: All films must have English subtitles. Without them, your film may be disqualified.

  4. Multiple Entries: You can send more than one film, but each film must be submitted with a separate fee.

  5. Not Accepted: - Amateur videos - Films with political or religious propaganda - Pornographic content - Poor quality films (bad sound, no subtitles, low resolution, etc.)

  6. Copyright Matters: If your film violates copyright rules, it will be disqualified, and BIFF will not be responsible.

  7. Jury Decision: The jury will select winners based on the rules. Their decision is final.

  8. Promotion Rights: BIFF can use a short part of your film for Festival promotional purposes.

  9. Right to Refuse: BIFF has the right to reject any entry at any time, without explanation.

  10. Legal Responsibility: You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Bollywood International Film Festival (BIFF) from any legal claims, disputes or liabilities arising from your film submission, including but not limited to issues related to copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights.

  11. Permission to Screen: If your film is selected, BIFF has full permission to screen it during the festival.

  12. Schedule Changes: BIFF can change the screening dates and times or may even decide not to screen the film, even if it was selected.

  13. Rule Waiver: The Festival Director can waive any rule if needed.

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Current Categories, Deadlines & Fees

Category

Music Video

The Music Video category is a competition section for music videos, dance films, animated music videos, and other special stuff made of music and video of maximum duration 12 minutes.

Current FeeUSD 22.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 12 minutes
Category

Long Animation Films

LONG ANIMATION FILMS is for a minimum duration of 21 minutes and a maximum duration of 40 minutes in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 25.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 21 minutes
Category

Short Animation Films

The Animation Category is for short film animations upto 20 mins only.

Current FeeUSD 18.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 20 minutes
Category

Mobile Films

MOBILE FILMS is for a maximum duration of 20 minutes in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 22.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 20 minutes
Category

Student Films

Student Films currently lists a maximum runtime of 20 minutes. Listed fees include USD 13 early-bird, USD 21 regular, USD 21 late, and USD 21 extended.

Current FeeUSD 13.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 20 minutes
Category

Short Films

SHORT FILMS is for a maximum duration of 20 minutes in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 22.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 20 minutes
Category

Long Short Films

LONG SHORT FILMS is for a minimum duration of 21 minutes and a maximum duration of 40 minutes in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 30.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 40 minutes
Category

Documentary (Short)

DOCUMENTARY (LONG) is for a maximum duration of 30 minutes in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 22.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 30 minutes
Category

Documentary (Long)

DOCUMENTARY (LONG) - Minimum duration of 31 minutes and a maximum duration of 60 minutes in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 30.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 60 minutes
Category

Feature Films

Feature Film category accepts films above 70 mins in any language. Films other than English will have to be subtitled in English language.

Current FeeUSD 52.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 70 minutes
Category

Long Animation Film

The Animation Category is for Long animations film above 20 mins only. Feature length animations should be entered in Feature length category.

Current FeeUSD 25.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 40 minutes
Category

AI Video

AI Video/Film any any genre.

Current FeeUSD 22.00Early
RuntimeMaximum runtime: 5 minutes