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🎬 Dekhore Film Fest 2026
Dekhore Film Fest 2026 is an online film festival in India where films are streamed
nationwide on the Dekhore platform and evaluated through audience engagement and jury
selection.
Dekhore Film Fest 2026 is designed specifically for independent filmmakers, offering
nationwide streaming, real audience reach, and performance-based selection, making it
one of
the most accessible online film festivals in India.
You can submit your film to Dekhore Film Fest by filling out the submission form on the
official website, uploading your film, and providing required details such as subtitles and
metadata.
🎥 Film Submission Details
Submission Steps:
- Visit the official Dekhore Film Fest website
- Click on “Submit Your Film”
- Fill in the required details
- Upload your film and assets
- Accept the terms and complete submission
Eligibility Criteria:
- Films must be under 15 Mints, 30 Mints or over 30 Mints as per category
- Must include English subtitles
- Must be owned or authorized by the submitter
Yes, Dekhore Film Fest accepts short films in the < 15 Mints category
Yes, filmmakers can submit multiple films, each through a separate submission.
📊 Audience-Based Film Festival
Films are selected through a unique hybrid process:
- Audience engagement: Real-time tracking of views and watch time.
- Shortlisting: Top-performing films move to the next round.
- Jury evaluation: Final winners chosen by industry veterans.
An audience-powered film festival is one where films are evaluated based on real audience
engagement, such as views and watch time, before final jury selection.
🌍 Online Film Festival Benefits
Online film festivals provide:
- Wider audience reach
- No geographical limitations
- Increased visibility
- Real-time analytics
Online film festivals are growing in India because they:
- Remove travel and location barriers
- Allow filmmakers to reach nationwide audiences
- Provide flexible viewing for audiences
👥 Viewer Questions
You can watch independent films on the Dekhore platform during Dekhore Film Fest 2026,
featuring films from across India.
Dekhore Film Fest films will be available [free/with ads/subscription — customize based on
your model].
Yes, all films in Dekhore Film Fest include English subtitles for wider accessibility.
⚖️ Legal & Awards
Filmmakers retain full ownership. Dekhore only
holds a non-exclusive license to stream and promote the film specifically during the
festival period.
Dekhore Film Fest offers awards such as:
- Best Film
- Best Director
- Best Story
- Best Actor & Actress
- Supporting and technical awards
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