Written by Sandeep Bala Kerkar | Team Allycaral
Panaji | July 19, 2025 : This August, Goa transforms into a cinematic haven with the return of the Goa State Film Festival 2025, hosting the 10th, 11th, and 12th editions over four vibrant days — 14th to 17th August 2025.
Organized by the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), the festival promises a celebration of storytelling, filmmaking, and community. With diverse screenings, industry discussions, and awards, the event brings together creators, audiences, and visionaries from across the state and beyond.
🎥 48 Hours Short Film Making Competition:
A standout feature this year is the “48 Hours Short Film Making Competition”, a dynamic challenge encouraging aspiring filmmakers to produce a short film within just two days.
🗓️ Key Dates:
- Topic Announcement: 2nd August 2025 at 10:00 AM
- Submission Deadline: 4th August 2025 at 10:00 AM
📍 No Registration Fee
📝 Registrations Open: 19th July | Close: 28th July at 5:00 PM
📌 Submit completed forms at the ESG Office
🔗 Visit www.esg.co.in for full details
🏆 Competition Awards:
- Best Film: ₹25,000 (First), ₹25,000 (Second)
- Best Director: ₹15,000
- Best Cinematographer: ₹15,000
- Best Editor: ₹15,000
- Best Actor (Male): ₹15,000
- Best Actor (Female): ₹15,000
The objective of the competition is to:
✅ Foster storytelling using minimal resources
✅ Showcase Goan filmmaking excellence
✅ Build a community of emerging creators
✅ Encourage collaboration and innovation in visual arts
🌟 Delegate & Media Registration Now Open
Register as a Delegate, Media Representative, or part of the Goan Film Fraternity to attend screenings, workshops, and future ESG programs.
🎟 For delegate registration and updates, visit www.esg.co.in
Come, be part of Goa’s cinematic revolution — where every frame tells a story and every voice finds its screen.
Follow @Allycaralgoa for live updates, filmmaker features, and behind-the-scenes stories from GSFF 2025.
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