Entertainment

Vindaloo Launches Dedicated OTT Platform to Take Konkani Cinema and Culture to the World


Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral

Vindaloo Entertainment Private Limited has launched Vindaloo, a first-of-its-kind OTT platform dedicated entirely to Konkani cinema, Tiatr and Goan cultural storytelling, marking a major milestone for the preservation and global promotion of Konkani heritage.

For decades, Konkani artists and filmmakers have struggled to find a structured digital space to showcase their work and reach wider audiences. Vindaloo aims to bridge this gap by creating a dedicated ecosystem where Goan stories, music, theatre and cinema can thrive while remaining accessible to viewers across the world. With a clear mission to preserve culture and empower creative talent, the platform brings together entertainment, education and cultural archiving in one digital home.

โ€œOur vision is to create a platform that not only showcases the richness and diversity of Konkani entertainment but also provides a voice to the talented artists and filmmakers who have been contributing to the industry for years. We want to take Konkani culture to the world and bring the world to Konkani culture, fostering a sense of community and appreciation among audiences globally,โ€ said Nikhil Desai, Co-founder of Vindaloo.

Siddhant Shetty, Co-founder of Vindaloo, added that Konkani culture is a treasure trove of stories, music and art that deserves global recognition. โ€œWe are committed to preserving and promoting it for generations to come. With Vindaloo, we are creating a digital archive of Konkani content that will not only entertain but also educate and enlighten audiences about the rich heritage of Goa and the Konkani diaspora.โ€

Vindaloo offers a diverse library that includes 20 Konkani feature films by Goan filmmakers, digitised Tiatr performances, and exclusive content from nationally and internationally award-winning directors and actors. With over 30 Konkani titles lined up for release over the next two months, the platform is set to become the go-to destination for Konkani entertainment.

Available on both Android and iOS devices, Vindaloo allows viewers to enjoy their favourite Konkani content anytime, anywhere. Its pay-per-view model enables filmmakers to monetise their work, creating new revenue streams while strengthening the local creative economy.

With global availability across India, UAE, UK, USA, Canada and Australia, Vindaloo connects Goa with the worldwide Konkani diaspora, strengthening cultural bonds and ensuring that Goan stories continue to inspire audiences across generations and borders.

Films

“Ancessao” by Manguirish J. Bandodkar Officially Selected for IFFSA Toronto 2025


In a moment of pride for Konkani cinema and Goan artistry, Ancessao, a short film by young filmmaker Manguirish J. Bandodkar, has been officially selected for the International Film Festival of South Asia (IFFSA) Toronto 2025.

Set against the culturally rich backdrop of Goa, Ancessao is a poignant narrative that captures the emotional depth, language, and lived experiences of the region through the lens of nuanced storytelling and visual authenticity. The film reflects the directorโ€™s deep commitment to preserving and promoting Konkani language and culture through cinema.

IFFSA Toronto is one of the largest South Asian film festivals outside of India, celebrating diverse voices and innovative storytelling. The inclusion of Ancessao in the 2025 lineup brings fresh visibility to Konkani-language cinema and regional filmmakers pushing creative boundaries.

As regional cinema continues to gain international attention, Ancessao stands as a strong testament to the power of rooted storytelling and the growing platform for young filmmakers from Goa.

Entertainment

GOA STATE FILM FESTIVAL FROM 14TH AUGUST, THEMED ON 75 YEARS OF GOAN CINEMA


Chief Minister, Dr. Pramod Sawant today announced that Goa State Film Festival themed on 75 Years of Goan Cinema, will be held from August 14 to 17, 2025.

Vice-Chairperson of Entertainment Society of Goa, Delilah Lobo, CEO of ESG Asvin Chandru, IAS, General Body Member of ESG, Sharmad Raiturkar were also present at the press conference.

The four-day festival comprises 10th, 11th and 12th editions of Goa State Film Festival and will be organised in association with Department of Information and Publicity.

The 10th edition will showcase the films made from 1st January 2018 to 31st Dec 2019. The 11th edition will pertain to 1st January 2020 to 31st December 2021 films, while the 12th edition will have the films made from 1st January 2022 to 31st December 2023.

The inaugural ceremony will be held on 14th August 2025 and closing ceremony will be on 17th August 2025.

The movie screenings will take place in Maquinez Palace theatre and Inox, Panaji. Various workshops, In-Conversation sessions, Market Interactions, Knowledge series and Information segments will be the part of this festival.

The festival, which will showcase Goan regional language movies in Konkani and Marathi languages, will be screening in 2 categories โ€“ โ€ขFeature Films will have two sections โ€“ Konkani and Marathi separately
โ€ขNon-Feature films will have a combined section for Konkani and Marathi languages.

The feature film should have minimum running time of 70 minutes while non-feature films should have a minimum running time of 5 minutes and maximum time of less than 70 minutes. Films of which a minimum of 15% on screen artist and 15% main technicians must be of Goan origin or having at least 15 years domicile in the State of Goa (further details are available on http://www.esg.co.in). All films should have Censor Certificate and with subtitles in English.

Submission of films for the competition section of Goa State Film Festival, will start from 17th June 2025 and the last date of submission of the forms is 7th July 2025.

Awards in the Feature Films section:

  1. Best Film First Prize Rs. 500000
    Second Prize Rs. 300000
  2. Best Direction First Prize Rs. 50000
    Second Prize Rs. 35000
  3. Best Actor Rs. 25000
  4. Best Actress Rs. 25000
  5. Best Sup. Actor Rs. 25000
  6. Best Sup. Actress Rs. 25000
  7. Best Child Artiste Rs. 25000
  8. Best Story Rs. 25000
  9. Best Screenplay Rs. 25000
  10. Best Dialogues Rs. 25000
  11. Best Lyrics Rs. 25000
  12. Best Music Director Rs. 25000
  13. Best Playback Singer (male) Rs. 25000
  14. Best Playback Singer (female) Rs. 25000
  15. Best Cinematography Rs. 25000
  16. Best Editor Rs. 25000
  17. Best Audiography Rs. 25000
  18. Best Art Director Rs. 25000
  19. Best Costume Designer Rs. 25000

Awards in the Non-Feature Films section:

1.Best Non-Feature Film (Two awards as under)
Fiction Rs. 100000
Non-Fiction Rs. 100000

Other awards for Non-Feature Films:

  1. Best Cinematography Rs. 25000
  2. Best Audiography Rs. 25000
  3. Best Editing Rs. 25000
  4. Best Music Direction Rs. 25000
  5. Best Theme Rs. 20000

Meanwhile, there is new feature that is set to delight the aspiring filmmakers and enthusiasts at the upcoming film festival. ESG has mooted a short film-making competition during pre-festival period.

The topic for the film will be given during festival and the movie-makers will have to submit their films in 48 hours after the topic is announced. Selected films will also be screened during the festival.

Awards for Short film competition:
Best Film โ€“ First place Rs 25000 & 2nd place Rs 20000
Best Cinematographer โ€“ Rs. 15000
Best Editor โ€“ Rs. 15000
Best Director โ€“ Rs 15000
Best Actor (Male) โ€“ Rs 15000
Best Actor (female) โ€“ Rs 15000

For more information pertaining to the festival, visit http://www.esg.co.in