Welcome to the Bitiya Foundation Shortfilm festival 2025, a platform where creativity meets purpose. We are more than just a short film festival. We are a movement dedicated to raising social awareness through the power of storytelling.
Our festival provides a stage for filmmakers to showcase their perspectives on crucial social issues, inspiring change and sparking conversations that matter.
Screening:
10th August 2025
11.30 am to 6 pm
Moulana Abdul Kalam Smarak Hall
Award Ceremony:
14th August 2025
S.M.Joshi Socialist Foundation Hall,
Navi Peth, Near Ganjwe Chowk.
Pune-30
Pick a topic that moves you. Choose the style that suits your voice.
Whether it’s a hard-hitting short film or a quick, powerful reel—this is your space to say something that matters. Tell stories that provoke thought, spark empathy, or push for change. You don’t need big budgets or fancy equipment. Just a strong idea, a clear message, and the courage to put it out there.
Results will be declared both offline and online. Winning entries will be featured on our YouTube channel.
Our esteemed jury includes professionals from across the film and creative industries. Their insights and experience will shape the recognition of the best stories.
Everything you need to know before submitting your film
The Award Ceremony will be held on 14th August 2025. Screenings take place on 10th August 2025.
The site is scheduled to go live this week to start accepting submissions.
The evaluation will be conducted internally by our jury. No public rating or star system will be used.
We are not accepting file uploads. Participants must submit a link (YouTube, Google Drive, etc.), so quality depends on their platform settings.
No. The jury will review entries offline. The website is strictly for information and entry collection.
Yes. Winners will be announced both offline at the ceremony and online on our website after the event.
Yes, but only after the award ceremony. Selected entries will be uploaded to our official YouTube channel.
Welcome to the Bitiya Foundation Shortfilm festival 2025, a platform where creativity meets purpose.
