The Mysuru International Film Festival (MYIFF) is an annual celebration of cinematic excellence and cultural diversity, held in the historic and vibrant city of Mysuru. As a beacon of artistic innovation, MYIFF brings together filmmakers, industry professionals, and cinema enthusiasts from across the globe to share their passion for storytelling.

At the heart of MYIFF lies our commitment to discovering and nurturing new talent in the world of cinema. In line with this mission, we are proud to present the Elephant Award, a symbol of inspiration, strength, and creativity. This prestigious accolade is awarded to emerging filmmakers and artists whose work demonstrates exceptional promise and originality.

The Elephant Award is more than just a trophy; it is a tribute to Mysuru's deep cultural heritage and its iconic association with elephants. Crafted with meticulous artistry, the award serves as a tangible reminder of the recipient's contribution to the world of film and their potential to shape the industry’s future.

Each year, MYIFF carefully curates a selection of films that resonate with universal themes while celebrating diverse perspectives. Alongside these screenings, we host panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among participants.

The presentation of the Elephant Award is a highlight of the festival, taking center stage during our closing ceremony. This moment not only honors the recipient but also inspires the audience to celebrate creativity and innovation. Through this award, MYIFF aims to encourage emerging talent to push boundaries and create compelling stories that captivate and connect audiences worldwide.

Join us at MYIFF as we continue to shine a spotlight on the next generation of storytellers and celebrate the transformative power of cinema.

Awards & Prizes

The officially selected project will receive the MyIFF laurel along with a certificate. All the Winners will be listed on our website and also will be shared on our social media.

FEATURE FILM:
Best Foreign Feature Film
Best Indian Feature Film
Best Kannada Feature Film
Best Director in Feature
All Categories for Feature Film

NON-FEATURE FILM:
Best Foreign Short film
Best Indian Short film
Best Kannada Short film
Best Director

Best Musical Video

Best Documentary

Best Animation

Rules & Terms

• MyIFF-2025 accepts only work that has been released or Produced. Any genre and length of film under 40 minutes is classified as a short and anything over 40 minutes is classified as a feature. All Films made in languages other than English must have English subtitles.

• Multiple entries from the same submitter are accepted. A separate submission and a separate entry fee must accompany each entry.

• By submitting your film, you declare you have full authority to submit your film to the MyIFF-2025 and you have cleared all rights to use the material in the entered work.

• The festival reserves the right to alter the dates at its own discretion due to seen or unforeseen reasons such as COVID-19 or other necessary reasons. In the rare case, any dates are altered, all submitters and Official Selection will be notified of the new festival dates once the adjustment has been made through the email address that the submitter provided to MyIFF via their FilmFreeway application.

• Submitting your film to the MyIFF is not a guarantee of selection. Filmmaker’s submission fee will not be reimbursed if they decide to withdraw their submission. All entry fees are non-refundable.

• The MyIFF will not refund any fees if the filmmaker fails to submit the film in the correct category. Films submitted without the correct fees or proper submission media may be deemed ineligible at the discretion of the MyIFF. The festival does not cover any of the expenses incurred by the filmmaker.

• The filmmaker will be notified regarding official selection and eventually the film will be listed on the festival website under Official Selections. The Official Selection status doesn’t mean that your film will be screened at the festival. It means that your film has been appreciated by our judges of the panel and you can use the festival laurel on your poster.

• If selected, the MyIFF-2025 has the authority to use stills, posters, titles, or any information from the submission materials for promotional purposes.

• The MyIFF reserves the right to accept or reject any film that is likely to offend the sentiments, feelings, or sensibilities of any caste, community, or religion, or is likely to promote racism or ill will in the society.

• For any duties, fees, and charges accrued for the trophy will be covered by the recipient, not by the festival organizers.

• MyIFF’s programming team is available to assist. If you have any questions please reach out to us through email - mysuruiff@gmail.com