STELLAR STORIES, ONE FESTIVAL
Gandhara Independent Film Festival 2026, Edition 07 (Online & In-Person)
GIFFEST2026 aims to showcase some of the most exceptional films from around the globe. GIFF began with its first virtual edition in 2020 to allow a larger audience to experience a diverse range of films, particularly the cinephiles in Pakistan who were starved of a curated line-up of films which exemplified stellar storytelling. For the last 6 years, GIFF has been providing filmmakers a chance to reach out to a global audience and showcase their talent internationally.
The 2026 edition is imminent, and GIFF is eagerly awaiting the submissions of your films. And we are looking forward to riding the waves of emotions brought forth through your remarkable stories.
*There is no submission fee to submit a film
Call for Entries '26
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AWARDS & PRIZES
Gandhara Independent Film Festival 2026 is excited to announce that this year, the competitive section has been opened to filmmakers from around the globe. The competitive section for Pakistan will stand as is, and awards for the competitive section will be in the categories mentioned below.
Awards (Pakistan and Globally)
- Best Film Award Short
- Best Film Award Feature
- Best Director Award
- Best Cinematography Award
- Best Screenplay Award
- Best Editing Award
- Best Sound Design Award
- Audience Choice Award
- Special Mention Award
** Certificates & Official Laurel for all submissions
GIFF looks forward to seeing all the submissions and welcoming you to the 7th edition of this amazing experience that is “Gandhara Independent Film Festival, 2026”.