OMLI
SHORT FILM
FESTIVAL
For those who never stop flying.
LIGHTS · CAMERA · REVEAL
TOTAL CASH PRIZE ₹1,75,000
Best Picture
Grand Jury Prize
Audience Favourite
A STAGE FOR
TAMIL INDIE VOICES
Omli Short Film Festival is a platform for Tamil indie filmmakers, creators, and storytellers to showcase their short films on a professional stage and gain recognition from industry juries, peers, and a passionate audience.
RULES & CRITERIA
Duration
Films must be between 3 and 15 minutes.
Production Year
Created between 2025 and 2026 only.
Subtitles
English subtitles are mandatory.
No YouTube
Films previously uploaded on YouTube not allowed.
Original Work
No copyrighted music, footage, or content.
No AI Films
AI-generated films are not eligible.
Non-refundable
Submission fee is strictly non-refundable.
SUBMISSIONS CLOSE IN
Deadline - June 8, 2026 - 11:59 PM IST
ALL THE BEST
Thank you to every filmmaker who sent us a story. Your films are now with the Omli team, and we cannot wait to watch the worlds you created.
Good Luck
Wishing every participant a strong and memorable festival journey.
Selection Review
The team will review entries and share updates through the official channels.
Thank You
Your courage to create and submit is what makes this festival come alive.
THE VENUE
Prasad Digital Film Lab
58, Arunachalam Road,
Venkatesh Nagar, Saligramam,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu