Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Filmmaking

Rushabhayan Short Film Competition invites filmmakers, students, storytellers and creative minds to bring timeless values to life through the power of cinema.
This competition is part of Rushabhayan 2.0, a grand cultural celebration honouring the first king "Rushabh" whose life, teachings, and compassion continue to inspire millions.

We believe great stories can come from anywhere whether shot on a DSLR, phone camera, or a full crew setup. What matters is your voice and your vision.

A. Short Film Category (Up to 5 minutes)
• Duration: 4:30 – 5:00 minutes (including credits)
• Orientation: Horizontal (16:9)
• Languages: Hindi / Gujarati / Marathi / English. If any other language, please include English subtitles.
B. Vertical Short Category (Up to 1.5 minutes)
• Duration: 1:00 – 1:30 minutes (including credits)
• Orientation: Vertical (9:16)
• Languages: Hindi / Gujarati / Marathi / English. If any other language, please include English subtitles.

THEMES

1. STRENGTH OF CHARACTER
EN: Character is built by choices that test you, not comfort you.
HI: Charitra aasaani se nahi, kathin faislon se banta hai.

2. BACK TO THE ROOTS
EN: To grow forward, reconnect with where you come from.
HI: Aage badhne ke liye apni jadon se judna zaroori hai.

3. PROTECT THE EARTH TO PROTECT TOMORROW
EN: When we care for the earth today, we secure tomorrow.
HI: Aaj dharti ka khayal rakhenge, tabhi kal surakshit hoga.

4. EVERY LIFE MATTERS
EN: Compassion grows when we see value in every living being.
HI: Daya tab badhti hai jab hum har jeev ki keemat samajhte hain.

5. THIS IS TRUE... THAT IS ALSO TRUE
EN: Truth has many angles, understanding begins when we see more than one.
HI: Sach ke kai pehlu hote hain, samajh tab aati hai jab har pehlu dekhte hain.

5-Minute Category
• 1st Prize: ₹1,01,000
• 2nd Prize: ₹71,000
• 3rd Prize: ₹51,000
• Best Actor: ₹11,000
• Best Actress: ₹11,000
• Best Story: ₹11,000
• Best Direction: ₹11,000

1.5-Min Category
• 1st Prize: ₹51,000
• 2nd Prize: ₹31,000
• 3rd Prize: ₹21,000
• Best Actor: ₹11,000
• Best Actress: ₹11,000
• Best Story: ₹11,000
• Best Direction: ₹11,000

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Common for Both)
• File Format: .MP4 or .MOV
• Resolution: Minimum 1080p (1920×1080 or 1080×1920)
• Title Card: Film title + team name (max 5 sec)
• End Credits: Must include Director, Writer, Cast, Crew
• Logos/Watermarks: Not allowed except film’s own logo
CONTENT GUIDELINES
• Must be original & non-infringing
• No copyrighted music/visuals without license
• No defamatory, obscene, political propaganda, or hate content
• Sensitive themes (religion/community) must be handled respectfully
• Organisers may reject entries violating guidelines

RIGHTS & PERMISSIONS
• Copyright stays with filmmaker
• Participants grant non-exclusive rights for festival screenings & promotions
• No commercial use without filmmaker consent

ADDITIONAL NOTES
• Any AI tools or stock footage must be disclosed
• Teams should retain raw footage/project files for verification
• Decisions by organisers are final

FILE & SUBMISSION FORMAT
File Name:
FilmTitle_DirectorName_Category.mp4
Example: Shikhar_AnshulRangat_5min.mp4
Email Subject:
Submission – [Category] – [Film Title] – [Director Name]

RECOMMENDED OPENING DISCLAIMER
3-second card at start:
“This film is a work of fiction created for Rushabhayan Film Competition 2025. No person or community is intended to be hurt or defamed.”
This protects the organisers and filmmakers.

Overall Rating
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  • Prakash Kolekar

    Poor management, no communication, it looks sort of fraud... After declared award, committee stop responding...

    March 2026