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It is our distinct pleasure to extend a formal invitation to the international community of filmmakers, scholars, artists, cultural practitioners, and cinema professionals to participate in the 8th Edition of the Haryana International Film Festival (HIFF 2026), scheduled to be held during MarchโApril 2026 in Haryana, India.
The Haryana International Film Festival serves not only as a platform for the exhibition of cinematic works but also as a forum for intellectual exchange, cultural dialogue, and creative collaboration. Rooted in the cultural heritage of Haryana, HIFF facilitates meaningful engagement between local traditions and global cinematic practices.
With the continued support and participation of national and international stakeholders, HIFF has established itself as a significant meeting point for academic discourse and cinematic excellence. The forthcoming edition aims to further strengthen this position by presenting a carefully curated programme of feature films, short films, and documentaries representing diverse geographies, perspectives, and artistic approaches.
The five-day programme will include film screenings, academic seminars, workshops, panel discussions, networking sessions, film markets, and curated cultural events. Through these activities, HIFF 2026 seeks to promote cross-cultural understanding, foster professional collaboration, and contribute to the broader discourse on cinema, culture, and society.
We cordially invite you to be part of HIFF 2026 and to contribute to this international exchange of ideas, creativity, and cultural expression.:
๐ Best Feature Film
๐ Best Director
๐ Best Actor (Male)
๐ Best Actress (Female)
๐ Best Music Direction / Score
๐ Best Cinematography
๐ Best Editing
๐ Best Story / Screenplay
๐ Best Debut Director
๐ Special Jury Award
๐ Audience Choice Award
๐ Lifetime Achievement Award (Includes Cash Prize & Memento)
๐ Best Web Series
๐ Best Director โ Web Series
๐ Best Actor โ Web Series
๐ Best Actress โ Web Series
๐ Best Editor โ Web Series
๐ Best DOP โ Web Series
๐ Best Background Score / OST โ Web Series
๐ Best Short Film
๐ Best Documentary Film
๐ Best Animation Film
๐ Best Environmental Film
๐ Best Social Film / Cause-based Film
๐ Best Director โ Short/Docu/Animation
๐ Best Actor / Actress โ Short Film
๐ Best Editing
๐ Best Sound Design
๐ Best Cinematography
๐ Best Concept / Story
๐ Best Haryanvi Feature Film
๐ Best Haryanvi Web Series
๐ Best Director โ Haryanvi Cinema
๐ Best Actor / Actress โ Haryanvi Cinema
๐ Best Music โ Haryanvi Film / Web Series
๐ Best Folk/Cultural Integration
๐ Best New Talent โ Haryanvi Cinema
๐ Best Screenplay (Feature Film / Short Film)
๐ Best Dialogue Writing
๐ Best Screenplay โ Web Series
Entries: Accepted in Hindi, English, and select regional/international languages (with English subtitles).
All awardees will receive:
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Trophy & Certificate of Recognition
๐ฐ Select categories include Cash Prizes & Media Exposure
๐ค Opportunities for industry networking and promotion