Bollywood International Film Festival – BIFF Mumbai is founded by some of the best-known actors, directors and film professionals. BIFF Mumbai intends to provide a place that connects the film lovers and makers around the world.


Launched in January 2020, Bollywood International Film Festival – BIFF is founded by some of the best-known actors, directors and film professionals. BIFF intends to provide a place that connects the film lovers and makers around the world.


The purpose of this film festival is to promote new movie makers, looking to get publicity for their films, exchange of knowledge, information, ideas, the culture of India and other nations in the context of their social and cultural ethos.


The festival will host various forums for academic interactions on Filmmaking, Film Appreciation like seminars, Workshops, Masterclasses etc., for the benefit of film professionals, discerning audience and students on different aspects of cinema.


We invite filmmakers, people from the film fraternity, film critics, journalists, discerning cineastes from amongst the general public & International and National film Institutes; distribution agencies/organizations, to witness the glorious start of BIFF. We sincerely hope the film lovers will utilize this opportunity to enrol as delegates and enjoy the contemporary world cinema and the classics.

Awards are constituted in the following categories:
>>FEATURE FILM CATEGORY<<

BEST INDIAN FILM
BEST FOREIGN FILM
BEST STORY
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST ACTRESS
BEST ACTOR
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

>>SHORT FILMS / DOCUMENTARIES CATEGORY<<

BEST INDIAN FILM
BEST FOREIGN FILM
BEST ANIMATION FILM
BEST DOCUMENTARY FILM
BEST MUSIC VIDEO
BEST BOOK ON CINEMA
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

The 6th Edition of Bollywood International Film Festival (BIFF) will be held On 19 to 21 Dec.
2025 . Please read the guidelines carefully:

1. Who Can Apply?
Anyone can submit their film – whether you're from a big city or a small village. We value talent, not background.


2. Film Eligibility:
Only films completed after 1st January 2022 are allowed.


3. Subtitles are Must:
All films must have English subtitles. Without them, your film may be disqualified.


4. Multiple Entries:
You can send more than one film, but each film must be submitted with a separate fee.


5. Not Accepted:

- Amateur videos
- Films with political or religious propaganda
- Pornographic content
- Poor quality films (bad sound, no subtitles, low resolution, etc.)



6. Copyright Matters:
If your film violates copyright rules, it will be disqualified, and BIFF will not be responsible.


7. Jury Decision:
The jury will select winners based on the rules. Their decision is final.


8. Promotion Rights:
BIFF can use a short part of your film for promotional purposes. By submitting, you confirm you have the right to let us screen your film.


9. Right to Refuse:
BIFF has the right to reject any entry at any time, without explanation.


10. Legal Responsibility:
You agree to protect BIFF from any legal claims related to your film, such as copyright or trademark issues.


11. Permission to Screen:
If your film is selected, BIFF has full permission to screen it during the festival.


12. Schedule Changes:
BIFF can change the screening dates and times or may even decide not to screen the film, even if it was selected.


13. Rule Waiver:
The Festival Director can waive any rule if needed.


14. What to Send:
If your film is selected, you must send:

- Film synopsis (in English)
- Director’s bio and filmography
- Film posters (300 dpi)
-English subtitles



15. How to Send:

- Send your film link and required materials by email to: [email protected]

- No physical entries accepted to ensure safety.



16. Payment Details:
You can pay the fee via:

Bank Transfer

Bank: Punjab National Bank
Account Name: Bollywood International Film Festival
A/C No.: 3734002100029850
IFSC Code: PUNB0373400
Branch: S.V Road, Malad (West), Mumbai – 400064

UPI: pratibha.suman1407@ybl

Paytm / Google Pay / PayPal: +91 8655410689



17. Contact Us:

Phone: +91 9967092236 / +91 8655410689

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.biffmumbai.com



18. No Refunds:
If you submit under the wrong category, your fee will not be refunded.