The Nepal Global Film Festival (NGFF) is a premier international film festival scheduled from February 19–22, 2027, and held in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal and a UNESCO Creative City of Film. Built on the philosophy “By filmmakers, for filmmakers,” the festival brings together filmmakers, artists, scholars, industry professionals, sponsors, partners, and audiences from around the world.

The festival showcases a diverse range of categories, including international and Asian feature films, short films, documentaries, music videos, human rights cinema, women-centered stories, environmental films, heritage films, mountain and adventure films, climate change narratives, anthropological films, indigenous films, and innovative AI-generated films.

NGFF aims to promote global storytelling, artistic excellence, and meaningful cultural exchange through cinema.

About the Festival
The Nepal Global Film Festival serves as a global meeting point for filmmakers and film lovers. Alongside screenings, the festival hosts filmmaker Q&A sessions, panel discussions, workshops, masterclasses, and networking events that encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Held in Kathmandu, a city celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant creative scene, the festival presents a curated selection of films from Nepal, Asia, and around the world, highlighting diverse voices and perspectives.

Awards & Prizes

INTERNATIONAL PANORAMA
• Best International Feature Film
• Best International Short Film
• Best International Documentary Film
• Best International Mountain Film
• Best International Environmental Film
• Best International Anthropological Film
• Best International Human Rights Film
• Best International Women’s Film
• Best International Indigenous Film

NEPAL PANORAMA
• Best Nepali Feature Film
• Best Nepali Short Film
• Best Nepali Documentary Film
• Best Nepali Mountain Film
• Best Nepali Environmental Film
• Best Nepali Human Rights Film
• Best Nepali Women’s Film
• Best Nepali Indigenous Film

ASIAN PANORAMA
• Best Asian Film

Animation Film
• Best Animation Film (Nepali and International)

AI CINEMA AWARD
• Best AI-Generated Film (Nepal and International)

STUDENT PANORAMA
• Best Student Film (Nepal and International)

DIRECTOR AWARDS
• Best International Director (Nepal and International)

SPECIAL JURY AWARDS
• Grand Jury Prize
• Special Jury Mention

Awards & Cash Prizes
Winners will receive:
• Festival Trophy
• Official Certificate, Laurels
• Cash Awards (amounts to be announced)

Rules & Terms

The Nepal Global Film Festival (NGFF) is an independent cultural event organized under its parent organization - Nepal Film and Media Academy. By submitting a film, the applicant agrees to all rules and regulations stated herein. NGFF reserves the right to amend regulations without prior notice.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
• All genres are accepted, including fiction, documentary, animation, AI, and experimental films.
• Films in languages other than English must include English subtitles.
• All submissions must be made through FilmFreeway.
• Submission fees are non-refundable.
• Rough cuts may be submitted but must be clearly labeled as such.
• Final screening copies must be provided upon selection.
• Films from all countries are eligible.
• Multiple entries are permitted, but each film must be submitted separately.
• Submission is free for Nepali filmmakers, considering accessibility and financial limitations.

EXPENSES
The festival does not cover any costs related to:
• Submission process
• Shipping of materials (if applicable)
• Production or promotional expenses of the filmmaker

SELECTION PROCESS
• Films are selected by an independent selection committee.
• The decision of the selection committee is final and non-negotiable.
• NGFF does not provide feedback on submitted films.

SCREENING & RIGHTS
• Selected films grant NGFF the right to screen the film during the festival.
• Excerpts of up to 2 minutes may be used for promotional purposes.
• Filmmakers retain full copyright of their work.

AWARDS & PRIZES
• Awards will be determined by a national and international official jury panel.
• NGFF reserves the right to withhold awards if submissions do not meet required standards.
• Cash prizes, trophies, laurels, and certificates will be officially announced.

LIABILITY & RESPONSIBILITY
• The submitter confirms that all rights, including music and third-party content, are fully cleared.
• NGFF is not liable for any copyright infringement claims.
• The festival is not responsible for technical issues during submission.

DISQUALIFICATION
• Films may be disqualified if false or misleading information is provided.
• Any misconduct or violation of festival rules may result in removal from the festival.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
• Submission implies full acceptance of all festival rules and regulations.
• In case of dispute, the decision of NGFF management shall be final and binding.
• NGFF has no policy of paying screening fees for selected films.
• By submitting, applicants agree to remain fully bound by all stated terms.

FINAL NOTE
The Nepal Global Film Festival (NGFF) warmly invites filmmakers from around the world to share their stories and become part of a new global cinematic movement emerging from Nepal. The festival welcomes all selected filmmakers to join us in Kathmandu to celebrate cinema, creativity, and cultural exchange.