Perform & showcase
Short Film Fest — Film Entry
Stories that inform, inspire and celebrate inclusion: short films of 5 to 15 minutes made by and for persons with disabilities.
Dates20 – 22 December 2026
Venue · opens Google MapsKTPO, Bengaluru
Part ofAbilities India Expo 2026
On siteFree support
About
Short Films. Big Ideas.
Discover stories that inform, inspire and celebrate inclusion at Abilities India Expo 2026.
The Short Film Fest showcases films made by and for persons with disabilities. Teams with and without disabilities are welcome to share stories that highlight experiences, explore challenges and celebrate possibilities.
Films should raise awareness, encourage understanding or motivate persons with disabilities and the wider public.
Who it’s for
- Filmmakers and film students
- Teams with and without disabilities
- Colleges and media schools
- Film lovers
Highlights
The topics are
Human Rights Of Persons With Disabilities
Films about the rights of persons with disabilities.
Survival Of - Disability
Living with, and surviving, disability.
Mobility
Moving freely in the world.
Accessibility
Spaces and services open to everyone.
Self Sufficiency
Independence and opportunity.
Full list
Before filling the form
- A team must have 5+2 members @ max
- All the participants have with and without persons with disabilities.
- You can shoot the video any place you want, but should not contain abusive and exploiting words
- Try to crop the video for max 05 minutes
- Create awareness or motivation for persons with disabilities and public.
- Submit your scripts to abilitiesindiaexpo@gmail.com
- Submission after the end date is not considered
Benefits
Your benefits
- Be seenYour film reaches a large, engaged audience.
- InspireChange how people think about disability.
- ConnectMeet other creators and partners.
Good to know
Film requirements
Film duration
5 – 15 minutesWhat the films should do
Raise awareness, encourage understanding, or motivate persons with disabilities and the wider public.
Take part
How to take part
Form your team
Up to 5 + 2 members, with and without disabilities.
Make your film
Maximum 5 minutes, shot anywhere; no abusive or exploitative content.
Submit on time
Register, and send your script to abilitiesindiaexpo@gmail.com. Late entries are not accepted.
Visit the expo
Visitor Registration
Free entry to the expo halls, all fests and the evening cultural programs.
How long can the film be?
Up to 5 minutes.
Who can be in the team?
Teams of up to 5 + 2 members, with and without disabilities.
Share your story. Inspire change.
20 – 22 December 2026 · KTPO, Bengaluru