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2,33,314 FILMMAKERS from 42 COUNTRIES in 14 YEARS ✦
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For working filmmakers with professional equipment and past project experience.
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For aspiring storytellers, open to experimenting with any device as they hone their craft.
$30
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For filmmakers exploring vertical storytelling, using any device that suits their vision.
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For platinum, gold, and silver (top 3) films across each of the 4 categories.
Top 3 films from each category get showcased at the IFP Festival Season 15.
Legacy lifetime free entry to IFP 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge.
Nominees will receive a one-day pass to attend the IFP Festival.
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“There is a reason it’s called the World’s largest filmmaking challenge. You have to compete to know it”
Mumbai, India
“I found the most beautifully rewarding moments amidst the chaos. A thrill to be surrounded by like-minded, creative individuals indeed.”
Surat, India
“This challenge reassured me that the best ideas come under pressure, and the results can be incredibly rewarding.”
Kolkata, India
“Made me embrace and love the chaos! Rolling with the punches and staying adaptable turned our frantic scrambles into a surprisingly great film.”
Tartu, Estonia
“What a rewarding experience! It was nerve-wrecking but fun first-timer at making a movie from start to finish in 2 days.”
Cambridge, United Kingdom
“The last 50 hours throbbed with excitement and challenge. Brought out so much understanding of ourselves, filmmaking in general and what it means for us.”
Tartu, Estonia
“The hours ran by but left such a vibrant, memorable impact.”
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
“Exhilarating, exhausting and epic!”
Leipzig, Germany
“This challenge reiterated that we have a lot of creativity within us, if we just plunge in and explore!”
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Oct 12 & 13 / Mumbai
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Q. I am not from India. Can I participate?
A. Yes! IFP welcomes entries from around the globe.
Q. Is there a registration fee?
A. The registration fee for each team is Rs. 3500 (USD 42) for Professional Category, Rs. 2500 (USD 30) for Amateur Category, Rs. 1500 (USD 18) for Vertical Category Fees should be paid online to confirm your team participation. You will receive an email with your Creator ID upon confirmation.
Q. What is the evaluation criteria?
A. Your film will be evaluated on the basis of the following criteria
– Visual appeal
– Story
– Narrative flow
– Characters
– On-screen performance
– Adherence to the category
– Adherence to the theme
– Adherence to the genre.
Q. What is the Creator’s Agreement?
A. Each team leader has to sign an agreement, which is legally binding. The agreement will help protect your rights as a creator and our rights as a platform. This agreement will be provided to the team leader at the beginning of the challenge through email along with the theme. Any team leader not submitting the same will be disqualified along with the team.
Q. Should my story revolve around or be based on the compulsory element?
A. No. Compulsory element should be a part of your film, but it should not necessarily be the central part of it. For e.g. – Compulsory element is a comic book so you can include it by showing how it is lying around somewhere in the frame, or how a character is reading it.
Q. Can my film have no dialogues?
A. Yes, your film can have no dialogues and only music. You will have to explain the mood of the scenes in your subtitles.
Q. Can I edit my film on mobile?
A. No, the film should be edited on laptop/Desktop only.
Q. Are Special Effects allowed?
A. Yes, you can include special effects. However, no stock footage may be used for this. Inbuilt plugins and effects of software may be used.
Q. What will be the duration of the films?
A. – Professional, Amateur and Mobile (Horizontal) filmmaking: 4-6 mins
– Mobile (Vertical) filmmaking: 2-3 mins
Q. Does the maximum length of the film include end credits?
A. No, the end credits are not included in the duration of your film. The end credits can be a maximum of 60 seconds.
Q. Can I modify the film after the challenge?
A. Of course, you can modify the film post the respective year’s award ceremony, but keeping the following in the end credits – ‘This film was conceptualised for IFP Season 14.’
Q. How do I upload my film faster?
A. We would recommend you to render the film at 1080p for faster upload results. Also, keeping the file size below 1 GB would make it faster.
Q. Can I participate in multiple challenges with IFP?
A. Yes, with the same email ID and password, you can participate in other IFP challenges.
Q. What can be the team size?
A. The team can have a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 20 people. Each team member receives an e-certificate from IFP.
Q. Can I modify my team after I have registered?
A. Yes. You can modify your team before registration closes.
Q. What about our film after the Challenge?
A. You can use your film in various ways, only to keep in mind that the film bears the credit “This film was made for IFP Season 14” in its title and end credits. For more details, read the team leader’s agreement sent to your team leader at the beginning of the 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge.
Q. Can I sponsor this challenge?
A. Please mail us at ritam@ifp.world.
Q. Is any footage allowed in the end credits?
A. Yes, but the narration of your story should end before it.
Q. Can I use a stock photo?
A. If you own the rights to the photo, you can use it.
Q. Is animation allowed?
A. No, animation in any form is not allowed in the film.
Q. Can we include a title animation or our company logo in the film?
A. Yes, you can. Provided they are only on screen for less than 10 seconds.
Q. What should be the shooting quality, aspect ratio and sound for the film?
A. The final output should be a MOV or MPEG4 file with a resolution of 1080p. The aspect ratio should be 16:9 for Amateur, Professional and Mobile (Horizontal). The Aspect Ratio for Mobile (Vertical) should be 9:16. The sound has to be stereo.
Q. What language must my film be in? Do I need to add subtitles?
A. Your film can be in any language. Subtitles are compulsory for all films. You can refer to the rules for more specific details about subtitles.
Q. I am a participant from out of India. What standard time should we follow for the 50 Hours?
A. The standard time for the challenge will be Indian Standard Time.
Q. I can’t find a team member. Can IFP help?
A. You can find relevant team members from our Instagram post by clicking here.
Q. Do I need a ‘Location Release’ to shoot on public property?
A. No, you need a location release only on a privately held property. But we strongly recommend taking permits wherever compulsory in the case of public property.
Q. Where do I upload the film?
A. Link to upload your film will be sent to the team leader at the beginning of the challenge along with the theme.
Q. Can I use mobile to upload my film?
A. We highly advise you to use a laptop to upload your film. Mobile connections tend to be inconsistent, leading to delays. Use of a high speed broadband is definitely a plus!
Q. How do you judge so many films?
A. Each film, according to its category of participation, is sent to three different pre-juries for evaluation, consisting of two people each. The cumulative score from the pre-juries is used to prepare a list of merit. The top 30 films from each category are sent to the final jury for viewing and ranking.
Q. Is the judging process transparent?
A. Being one of the leading festivals in the continent, we at IFP strive hard to make sure that justice is done to each and every film submitted. To make sure we do not miss out on any films, the IFP team also watches these films simultaneously and raises an issue internally if any flaws or biases are found in the process. We do not entertain any requests for paid awards, neither have in the past and nor will in the future, to keep the spirit of competition alive.
Q. Is it an online challenge or do I need to come anywhere/Mumbai?
A. The challenge is completely online. You can participate from the comfort of your home and submit through the submission form.
Q. What happens after I’ve submitted my work?
A. If you are nominated, you’ll receive an email for the same and will have to be present at the award ceremony for the final results at the IFP Festival which happens in Mumbai. If you’re not nominated, you can still attend the award ceremony and cheer for the winners.
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What is the festival all about?
IFP is a multi-staged creativity & culture festival that happens across two days with more than 180+ prominent creators from Films & OTT, Digital, Literature & Writing, Music, Design & Art, Storytelling, Audio & Podcasting, Photography, Tech & Gaming, Comedy, Culture, Advertising and Performing arts who will participate in various Conversations, Panels, Workshops, Masterclasses, Live Performances, and AMAs.
Are there any hidden charges?
No, only GST will be levied on the tickets as per the government’s rules and regulations.
When and where is the festival happening?
The festival is scheduled to take place on-ground in Mumbai on December 6th & 7th, 2025.
Is the festival accessible for People of Determination?
Yes, IFP is an all-inclusive and accessible festival. We will be tying up with an accessibility management agency to ensure the same.
Can I attend all the sessions?
Yes, you will have access to all the sessions taking place across all 2 days. However Stage entry and seating will be on a first come first serve basis.
Where can I buy tickets?
The tickets are available on all the major Ticketing Platforms and on IFP’s Website. Click here to buy the tickets.
Will there be an award ceremony for the challenges?
Yes, the winners of all the challenges of IFP will be awarded during the festival. Kindly check the schedule regarding the same.
What will be the timings of the festival?
The first session on October 12 & 13, 2024 (i.e. Saturday and Sunday) will start at 10am and the last session will end at 9pm.
I’m a member of the media? How do I make arrangements for a media pass?
You can fill-up the form with relevant details and request for media invite.
Wow, there are lots of artists taking sessions! Will I get to personally interact with them?
There is no guarantee, however, you could plan for the questions you would want to ask in the event and if you are lucky, you will get an opportunity to ask them.
Will there be food at the venue?
Yes, there will be a food zone at the festival.
Will there be parking at the venue?
No, there will be no parking available at the venue.
Is there any age limit/rule?
No. The festival is open to all ages.
How do I become a Sponsor?
Please mail us at ritam@ifp.world
What is your ticket policy?
Tickets are purchased online through our (platform) and on-ground on festival days. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
What are some of the general measures that ensure safety in all forms at the festival?
Harassment, abuse , stalking, threatening or defaming/ violating any rights (right to privacy and publicity) is not allowed and will be taken seriously. Attendees are not allowed to carry any harmful substances, weapons or arms of any kind.
