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AI film festival calendar

Indian and international opportunities for Hindi filmmakers. Find submission opportunities, upcoming events and festivals to follow.

Submission opportunities

10 submission opportunities

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AI Film Festival Japan

aifilm.jp

Tokyo · 31 October–2 November 2026 (updated organizer announcement)

Final deadline ·

Worldwide; works completed from 1 January 2026.

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AI Film Festival Japan

aifilm.jp
Submission dates

Final deadline: · 12:00 JST (UTC+9)

Language
Any language; non-English dialogue needs English subtitles or dubbing.
Entry fee
Late standard film entry: $49; FilmFreeway member pricing differs. Music-score categories have separate fees and briefs.
Entry requirements
Worldwide; works completed from 1 January 2026. Narrative, animation and experimental films: 90 seconds–15 minutes. Under-18 entrants need parental consent.
AI & rights
Substantial AI use must be disclosed. Clear music, image and likeness rights; unauthorized voice cloning is prohibited.
Awards
Jury awards and Tokyo screenings; sponsored awards have additional entry requirements.
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AI London Film Festival

filmfreeway.com/ailondon

London · 14–15 November 2026

Final deadline ·

Open worldwide.

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AI London Film Festival

filmfreeway.com/ailondon
Submission dates

Final deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Non-English films need English subtitles. Hindi films are eligible with subtitles.
Entry fee
Film: $20–40 by runtime; music video: $15. Standard fees shown by FilmFreeway.
Entry requirements
Open worldwide. Film categories span under 10 minutes to features over 30 minutes; music videos also accepted.
AI & rights
AI used in writing, visuals, animation or production; entrants must hold music and image rights.
Awards
Category and audience awards; no cash amount confirmed.
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MONSTRA — International Animation Competitions

monstrafestival.com

Lisbon · 11–21 March 2027

International entry deadline · 23:59, time zone not specified ·

Over 60% animation; completed after 1 January 2025; not submitted in previous years.

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MONSTRA — International Animation Competitions

monstrafestival.com
Submission dates

International entry deadline · 23:59, time zone not specified:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Spoken or written language requires an English SRT subtitle file, including Hindi works.
Entry fee
Features €5; long shorts and shorts €2.50; other categories generally free.
Entry requirements
Over 60% animation; completed after 1 January 2025; not submitted in previous years. Category runtime limits apply; maximum five entries per filmmaker.
AI & rights
Animation techniques, including generative imaging and AI, must be disclosed. General animation competition, not an AI-only award.
Awards
Category awards; monetary amounts to be announced by February 2027.
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JIFF — World AI Cinema Competition

jiffindia.org

Jaipur · 8–12 January 2027

Late deadline ·

International AI film, animation, documentary, music-video and student categories.

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JIFF — World AI Cinema Competition

jiffindia.org
Submission dates

Late deadline:

Extended deadline:

Final deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
AI categories accept all languages, including Hindi; confirm subtitle requirements in the category form.
Entry fee
Paid entry; amount varies by category and submission platform. Check the relevant entry form.
Entry requirements
International AI film, animation, documentary, music-video and student categories. Check category-specific runtime and production-year rules.
AI & rights
AI-generated and AI-assisted categories. Entry forms govern submission terms; post-nomination withdrawal can incur a penalty of 20 times the entry fee.
Awards
Category awards; no guaranteed AI-category cash amount verified.
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World A.I. Film Festival — Cannes

worldaifilmfestival.com

Cannes · 6–7 April 2027

Early-bird deadline ·

India can enter directly.

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World A.I. Film Festival — Cannes

worldaifilmfestival.com
Submission dates

Early-bird deadline:

Standard deadline:

Final deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Any language; English subtitles must be embedded in the video.
Entry fee
€15 early bird; €30 standard; €60 final phase per work.
Entry requirements
India can enter directly. Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Guinea, Mali, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Chad, Togo, USA, Argentina, UK, China and Turkey must use regional editions. Shorts: 5–15 minutes; series: at least two 5–30-minute episodes. CapCut vertical mini-dramas: four or six one-minute episodes.
AI & rights
Meaningful AI use, original work and cleared rights. CapCut categories require primary use of CapCut. Final cutoff is stated as 23:59, but no timezone is specified.
Awards
Selected winner benefits include Cannes screening, access, travel and accommodation; prizes may change.
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DPIFF — Best AI Short Film

dpiff.in

2027 ceremony · date to be announced

Regular deadline ·

International entries; 1–40 minutes including credits, completed during 2021–2026.

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DPIFF — Best AI Short Film

dpiff.in
Submission dates

Regular deadline:

Late deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Hindi and English accepted. Other languages require accurate English subtitles.
Entry fee
Paid nomination; amount not confirmed in the checked announcement.
Entry requirements
International entries; 1–40 minutes including credits, completed during 2021–2026.
AI & rights
Disclose AI tools and level of involvement; clear all necessary rights.
Awards
INR 10,000 for Best AI Short Film, plus trophy and certificate.
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AI ZONE International AI Film Festival

ai-zone.net

Online · awards 15 January 2027

Final deadline ·

International AI narrative, animation, experimental and hybrid films; all genres.

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AI ZONE International AI Film Festival

ai-zone.net
Submission dates

Final deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Any language; English subtitles recommended when dialogue is present.
Entry fee
Entry fee not confirmed in the reviewed pages.
Entry requirements
International AI narrative, animation, experimental and hybrid films; all genres. Check current category runtime before entering.
AI & rights
Significant AI use and cleared rights required. Platform publication is optional and non-exclusive; it is required for Grand Prize eligibility.
Awards
$500 Grand Prize for the publication path; festival-only entrants remain eligible for selection and jury laurels.
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Warsaw Glitch Awards

filmfreeway.com/festivals/97743

Warsaw · 20–22 August 2027

Early-bird deadline ·

International films, animation, documentary, music videos and vertical work completed after 1 September 2025.

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Warsaw Glitch Awards

filmfreeway.com/festivals/97743
Submission dates

Early-bird deadline:

Regular deadline:

Final deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Any language; non-English films should include English subtitles.
Entry fee
Standard individual categories: $15–20 early, $20–30 regular, $25–40 late; student discounts available.
Entry requirements
International films, animation, documentary, music videos and vertical work completed after 1 September 2025. Short categories up to five minutes; longer work has separate categories.
AI & rights
AI-generated, assisted, hybrid and traditional work accepted. Entrants must clear rights. Selection permits festival-related publication and promotion; a physical screening is not guaranteed.
Awards
Jury and audience honours; final categories and prize details are organizer-confirmed later.
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Global AI Music Video Awards

filmmakers.festhome.com

24 April 2027 · venue details to confirm with organizer

Final deadline ·

International AI music videos, including animation, narrative, student and vertical work; listed music-video limit under eight minutes.

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Global AI Music Video Awards

filmmakers.festhome.com
Submission dates

Final deadline:

Cutoff time and timezone not published in the checked source.

Language
Any language accepted, including Hindi.
Entry fee
Listed late fee: $40 per category. Best AI Music Video requires entry in at least two categories.
Entry requirements
International AI music videos, including animation, narrative, student and vertical work; listed music-video limit under eight minutes.
AI & rights
Disclose major AI tools and human creative contribution; secure rights for music, imagery, voice and likeness.
Awards
Organizer lists $1,000 cash prizes; category conditions apply.
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Hong Kong AI International Film Festival

hkaiiff.org

Opens 1 October 2026

Hong Kong · 2027 festival dates to be announced

Final deadline ·

Worldwide; completed on or after 1 August 2026.

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Hong Kong AI International Film Festival

hkaiiff.org
Submission dates

Final deadline: · 23:59 HKT (UTC+8)

Language
All languages. Non-English films need English subtitles or a detailed English synopsis.
Entry fee
US$99 per work; one submission window.
Entry requirements
Worldwide; completed on or after 1 August 2026. No premiere requirement.
AI & rights
51%+ holistic AI participation; provide process documentation and rights declarations.
Awards
Juried honours; cash prize not confirmed on the submission page.
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A checked selection, not an exhaustive directory. Confirm the organizer’s current rules before entering. Calls older than 14 days without rechecking are marked for confirmation.

Upcoming festival events

Event dates are separate from entry deadlines. Submissions may already be closed; confirm with the organizer before planning travel.

AI film competition

Astana AI Film Festival

aaiff.ai

Astana, Kazakhstan ·

2026 submissions closed.

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Astana AI Film Festival

aaiff.ai

Astana, Kazakhstan ·

2026 submissions closed. Any late entry is at the jury’s discretion, not an open call.

AI short film competition

Veritas AIFF

filmfreeway.com/VeritasAIFF

Toronto, Canada ·

2026 deadline: 30 November; AI films under seven minutes.

Programme details

Veritas AIFF

filmfreeway.com/VeritasAIFF

Toronto, Canada ·

2026 deadline: 30 November; AI films under seven minutes. Language requirements not confirmed.

AI film competition

Indywood International AI Cinefest

shaike.ai

Trivandrum, India ·

Festival partner announces a 1 February 2027 deadline and at least 70% productive AI.

Programme details

Indywood International AI Cinefest

shaike.ai

Trivandrum, India ·

Festival partner announces a 1 February 2027 deadline and at least 70% productive AI. Confirm organizer fees and language rules.

AI film festival

K-Culture AI International Film Festival

kcaif.net

Seoul, South Korea ·

2027 schedule announced; submission fees and language requirements need confirmation.

Programme details

K-Culture AI International Film Festival

kcaif.net

Seoul, South Korea ·

2027 schedule announced; submission fees and language requirements need confirmation.

Festival and programme directory

Find festivals beyond their submission window. A directory listing does not confirm an open call or Hindi-language eligibility.

All submission opportunities
AI film competition

Astana AI Film Festival

aaiff.ai

Astana, Kazakhstan ·

2026 submissions closed.

Programme details

Astana AI Film Festival

aaiff.ai

Astana, Kazakhstan ·

2026 submissions closed. Any late entry is at the jury’s discretion, not an open call.

AI film and music video competition

I’Mpossible Film Festival

impossiblefilmfest.com

2026 call: regular deadline 30 September, extended deadline 20 October.

Programme details

I’Mpossible Film Festival

impossiblefilmfest.com

2026 call: regular deadline 30 September, extended deadline 20 October. Check full fees and language rules before entering.

AI short film competition

Veritas AIFF

filmfreeway.com/VeritasAIFF

Toronto, Canada ·

2026 deadline: 30 November; AI films under seven minutes.

Programme details

Veritas AIFF

filmfreeway.com/VeritasAIFF

Toronto, Canada ·

2026 deadline: 30 November; AI films under seven minutes. Language requirements not confirmed.

AI-made and AI-themed film competition

Berlin AI Film Festival

filmfreeway.com/AIBerlin

Non-English films need English subtitles.

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Berlin AI Film Festival

filmfreeway.com/AIBerlin

Non-English films need English subtitles. Current submission dates need confirmation.

AI film competition

Indywood International AI Cinefest

shaike.ai

Trivandrum, India ·

Festival partner announces a 1 February 2027 deadline and at least 70% productive AI.

Programme details

Indywood International AI Cinefest

shaike.ai

Trivandrum, India ·

Festival partner announces a 1 February 2027 deadline and at least 70% productive AI. Confirm organizer fees and language rules.

AI film festival

K-Culture AI International Film Festival

kcaif.net

Seoul, South Korea ·

2027 schedule announced; submission fees and language requirements need confirmation.

Programme details

K-Culture AI International Film Festival

kcaif.net

Seoul, South Korea ·

2027 schedule announced; submission fees and language requirements need confirmation.

AI competition within BIFAN

BIFAN+ AI

plus.bifan.kr

AI competition confirmed.

Programme details

BIFAN+ AI

plus.bifan.kr

AI competition confirmed. Next submission window not confirmed.

Film and advertising awards

AI Film & Ads Awards

filmawards.ai

Venice 2026 has passed.

Programme details

AI Film & Ads Awards

filmawards.ai

Venice 2026 has passed. Further locations are advertised, but their next dates are not confirmed here.

Digital, interactive and gaming programme

Slamdance DIG

slamdance.com

Organizer welcomes AI-driven film and music.

Programme details

Slamdance DIG

slamdance.com

Organizer welcomes AI-driven film and music. Confirm edition-specific entry dates and rules.

AI film and creative festival

Runway AIF

aif.runwayml.com

The organizer presents 2026 winners and galleries.

Programme details

Runway AIF

aif.runwayml.com

The organizer presents 2026 winners and galleries. A next-edition submission window has not been confirmed here.

AI film festival

AI for Good Film Festival

aiforgood.itu.int

ITU’s AI for Good film programme.

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AI for Good Film Festival

aiforgood.itu.int

ITU’s AI for Good film programme. Confirm the current edition dates and entry terms with the organizer.