BIRSA MUNDA

He was an Indian tribal independence activist, folk hero from the Indian tribal community ‘Munda Tribe’. He spearheaded a tribal religious millenarian movement that arose in the Bengal Presidency (now Jharkhand) in the late 19th century, during the British rule in India, thereby making him an important figure in the history of the Indian independence movement.

Many great heroes in Indian history have fought for the freedom of the country through their heroic stories. One of them is Birsa Munda, who set an example of patriotism by his heroic and courageous actions.

His birth anniversary is still celebrated by tribal people as far away as Mysore and Kodagu districts in Karnataka. The official celebration takes place at his samadhi sthal (mausoleum) in the Kokar neighbourhood of Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand.

Today, there are several organizations, bodies, and structures named after him, notably Birsa Munda Airport Ranchi, Birsa Institute of Technology Sindri, Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium Rourkela,(World's largest Hockey Stadium), Birsa Munda Vanvasi Chattravas, Kanpur, Sidho Kanho Birsha University, Purulia, and Birsa Agricultural University. The war cry of Bihar Regiment is Birsa Munda Ki Jai (Victory to Birsa Munda).

And here we named after him, as a tribute to him – BIRSAMUNDA INTERNATIONAL FILM AWARDS.

BIFA:

Fondly called as ‘BIFA’, we strive hard to identify the wonderful talents across the globe. Started during the year ‘2020’, BIFA now had marked its name around the world. The participants have an emotional connect with our festival as we work like a family.

Unlike many conventional festivals, BIFA is much more focused on the benefits of its end users. Be it the audience, Filmmakers; there should be a takeaway. As an initiative to this, BIFA started identifying the original, most deserving creations and have showcased it to the audience in thirst of the same. Thus, connecting the universal Film enthusiast, Filmmakers, Film critics; it aims building the family of BIFA much wider.

Getting entries from around 153 + countries, it is now marching towards providing an ever seen Festival experience to the widespread Filmmakers. There are more to add at this ‘About us’ section in forthcoming days.

BIFA welcomes you warmly. Just join us for a single time; we assure that you’ll be continuing with us!

The festival features top films from the world’s filmmakers as well as introduces new, talent from around the world. Our mission is to discover high quality and ambitious films, to promote filmmakers’ works and to help them realize their dreams.

The officially selected project in each month receives BIFA laurel.

All the Finalists, Winners and Honorable Mentions will be listed on our website, will be shared on our social media.

The certificates are given in the following categories:

BEST INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM
BEST INDIAN SHORT FILM
BEST STUDENT SHORT FILM
BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM
BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM
BEST ANIMATED SHORT FILM
BEST HORROR SHORT FILM
BEST THRILLER SHORT FILM
BEST WOMEN'S SHORT FILM
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
BEST EDITOR
BEST SOUND DESIGN
BEST ACTOR
BEST ACTRESS
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM
BEST INDIA FEATURE FILM
BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM
BEST POSTER
BEST TRAILER
BEST SHORT SCRIPT / SCREENPLAY
BEST FEATURE SCRIPT / SCREENPLAY

Besides the BEST OF THE CATEGORY AWARDS, there are also OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS, CRITICS CHOICE AWARDS, AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARDS and HONOURABLE MENTION AWARDS, which are given, in all categories.

Please read these Rules & Terms carefully before you submit your film.

By submitting your film into competition in the BIFA you expressly acknowledge and agree that you shall be bound by the terms of these Rules & Terms.

All the winning films will receive an award or certificate.

We treat every filmmaker equally.

Do not submit industrial or instructional works.

1. Films made in languages other than English must have English subtitles otherwise they will be summarily rejected.

2. The BIFA reserves the right to refuse entries.

3. The BIFA 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 BIFA programming director or executive director. The festival does not cover any of the expenses incurred by the filmmaker.

4. After a film has been an official selection, the filmmaker will be notified, 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 panel and you can use the festival logo on your poster.

5. A nominee will be privately screened for the BIFA judging panel, and will not be screened initially to the public.

6. A filmmaker’s submission fee will not be reimbursed if they decide to withdraw their submission. All entry fees are non-refundable.

7. BIFA may without advance notice amend these Rules & Terms from time to time. Each and every such amendment shall become effective immediately. It is your responsibility to periodically check for updates of these Rules & Terms.

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  • Hari K.Sudhan

    Happy to be the part of this festival and proud to be the Winner of 'BEST INDIAN FEATURE FILM'.

    March 2024
  • Mark Lund

    Thank you for your outstanding organization and communication. I can’t thank you enough for awarding First Launch Best Feature Script/Screenplay. It has truly been an honor to work with you. Looking forward to submitting my next project!

    February 2024
  • Eric Faulkner

    Thanks for selecting Race Wars: A Eugenics Experiment as the winner for best screenplay. I thoroughly enjoyed the BIFA contest and appreciate the accolades for my SCI-FI project.

    February 2024
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    Response from festival:

    We are so happy and proud to have you in our festival. We wish all the best for the upcoming projects.

  • Great festival, I'm honored about the selection of my documentary, thank you!

    February 2024
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    Response from festival:

    We are so happy and proud to have you in our festival. We wish all the best for the upcoming projects.

  • Hi! My experience with Birsamunda International Film Awards was a good positive one! I'm very glad they liked and awarded my film COCHON AND THE SMALL RESET. All the best, Rodrig Andrisan

    February 2024
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    Response from festival:

    We are so happy and proud to have you in our festival. We wish all the best for the upcoming projects.