15th Mumbai Shorts International Film Festival-26
Emerging or unverified festival
The 15th Mumbai Shorts International Film Festival-26 is a Mumbai-based short-cinema event that has run since 2012 and is presented as a platform for emerging filmmakers and industry networking. It showcases short films, along with animation and documentaries up to 60 minutes, and positions itself as part of India’s growing short-film culture and the wider international short-film circuit.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+24 pts)
- 15 years of verifiable history
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
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