After the successful execution of NAZARIYA 2024 held earlier this year, NAZARIYA 2 is the second episode of the flagship film festival event organized by Ziauddin College of Media Sciences (ZCOMS), Ziauddin University. The event aims to foster creativity, ideation and freedom of expression among the young students of Pakistan through the art of filmmaking.

As an effort to contribute to the realization of the UN's vision, this time, the the event is developed around the theme of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to the UN, "The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to transform our world. They are a call to action to end poverty and inequality, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy health, justice and prosperity. It is critical that no one is left behind". NAZARIYA 2 is an effort to contribute to this extraordinary global initiative.

We encourage entries (short films and short documentaries) that either touch upon any one or more of the 17 specific goals.

Join us on this rewarding journey by submitting your films in the categories mentioned and become part of one of the most happening events in town.

Awards & Prizes

- Best Short Film
- Best Short Documentary
- Best Direction
- Best Acting
- Best Sound (films and documentaries)
- Best Art Direction
- Best Cinematography
- Best Screenplay
- Best Editing

Rules & Terms

1. Only Film from Pakistan are accepted.

2. The film should not contain any copyrighted content. All content, footage, music and score, images, artwork, etc. must be original. In case any copyrighted content is used, the submission must be accompanied by written permission of the copyright owner. ZCOMS will not be liable for any copyright material used unlawfully.

3. No graphic or verbal obscenity will be accepted.

4. Any content that has any reference to a political affiliation of any sort will not be acceptable.

5. Any content that has any negative comment or reference to any religion or ethnicity will not be acceptable.

6. Any content that promotes, glorifies or in any manner has reference to anti nationalist sentiments will not be acceptable.

7. By submitting a film at ZCOMS Film Festival 2021, the filmmakers agree that ZCOMS can use glimpses of the film for promotion / show-reel purposes.

8. Films in languages other than English or Urdu must have subtitles hard printed throughout the film.

9. Any part of the film where the spoken language is other than English or Urdu must have subtitles hard printed.

10. All films must be submitted via filmfreeway.com only.

11. A teaser / promo not exceeding 30 seconds in duration and 1 GB size must be submitted along with the film. This can be done in “View” section in “My Projects”.

12. Only films directed by students are acceptable. You have to submit a valid student ID along with your film. This can be done in “View” section in “My Projects” using “File & Attachments” tool.

13. Submission does not guarantee inclusion in the festival. Participants will be notified if their film is selected for the screening. Only shortlisted films will be screened a day before the award ceremony.

Accepted Durations

a. Short film - under 40 minutes
b. Short documentary - under 40 minutes

Technical Guidelines

1. Acceptable resolutions (No letterbox / pillar bars).
a. FHD (16:9) 1920 x 1080
b. Flat (1.85:1) 1998 x 1080
c. Scope (2.39:1) 2048 x 858

2. Acceptable formats: Quick Time encoded in H.264 or .mp4 (video bit rate appropriate to the content).

3. Audio: stereo encoded at 320 Kbps.

4. Film must be uploaded (10 GB maximum size). Films submitted with a link to another streaming site will not be acceptable.
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  • Sahil Abbasi


    The ZCOMS Nazariya Film Festival has set a new benchmark for Pakistani students and filmmakers, offering a platform to showcase creativity and talent. With its focus on innovative storytelling and local narratives, it inspires emerging filmmakers to push boundaries and excel in the industry.

    October 2024
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  • Sapna Zamir

    Thank you so much ZCOM nazariya film festival it was really an amazing festival and also thanks for recognizing our efforts!

    February 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Sapna for the kind words. Ver soon we will be announcing the second installment of our festival Nazariya 2. Looking forward to receiving fresh work from you.