A Garo film titled ‘Chanchisoa’ is among the 77 films contesting for the national competition at the ongoing 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF).
‘Chanchisoa’ was directed by Elvachisa Ch Sangma and Dipankar Das and was completed in 2023.
With a record-breaking 840 submissions, the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) unveils a meticulously curated selection of 77 films contesting in the national competition. The films competing under the National Competition are made in India by Indian citizens between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2023.
This year’s MIFF, being held from June 15 to 21 in Mumbai, champions the future of Indian cinema. A remarkable 30 films by debutant directors and 12 student works find their place amongst the contestants.
The films under national competition are competing under three categories – National Documentary Competition (which showcases 30 thought-provoking documentaries), National Competition: Short Fiction & Animation, and National Competition: India in Amrit Kaal (six specially curated films centered around this theme).
A distinguished panel of national and international film luminaries will preside over the National Competition. Their expertise and experience ensure a discerning selection process.
The jury members for the national competition this year include German film producer Adele Seelman (Das Weibe Rauschen, Alles auf die Siebzehn) Filmmaker Dr. Bobby Sarma Baruah (Mishing, Sonar Baran Pakhi), animator Munjal Shroff (Krish, Trish and Baltiboy) Film Producer Apoorva Bakshi (Delhi Crime) and German filmmaker Anna Henckel-Donnersmarck.
The jury will present the National Competition awards, including Best Indian Documentary, Short Film, Animation, Best Debut Film, Best Student Film, and Technical awards. They will also select the winner of the Special Award for Best Short Film on “India in Amrit Kaal.”
The Best Indian Documentary Film will receive a Silver Conch and a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh, Best Indian Short Fiction Film (up to 30 minutes) will receive a Silver Conch and a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh, Best Indian Animation Film will receive a Silver Conch and a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh, Best Debut Film (Sponsored Award) will receive a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh, Best Student Film (Sponsored Award) will receive a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh, Special Award for Best Short Film on “India in Amrit Kaal” (up to 15 minutes) comes with a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh.
Besides there are Technical Awards (Common to National & International Competition) for Cinematography (certificate and a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh), Editing (certificate and a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh, Sound Design (certificate and a cash prize of Rs 3 lakh).
