Mumbai Film Festival
Mumbai, India
100
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Athvikvaruni International Film Festival
Aranthanki, India · Est. 2023 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Aranthanki, India
44
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 3 years of history
Overview
Athvikvaruni International Film Festival is an independent film festival based in Aranthanki, Tamil Nadu, that describes its mission as discovering high-quality, ambitious films and promoting filmmakers’ work. It accepts both short films and feature films, and its award categories span Indian and international titles, including documentary, experimental, animated, horror/thriller, LGBT, women-centered, and nature/environment films. The festival is notable as a platform for emerging and independent filmmakers rather than a major global festival circuit event, but it has gained visibility through international submissions and awards recognition.
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+9 pts)
- 3 years of history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
Festival Details
Founded
2023
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.9/ 5
Reviews
363
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- Balbeer BahiJun 2025
Thank you so much, overjoyed at participating, overjoyed at winning an award! Thank you so much! Hope to see you guys soon!
- Febe CHUJun 2025
I am very honoured to have AWARD WINNER of the "BEST LGBT SHORT FILM" and "SPECIAL JURY AWARD" in Athvikvaruni International Film Festival. Thank you again for the judge recognition of my work and my creativity.
- An VediJun 2025
Congratulations to the organizers and everyone involved!
- Panayiotis ChristophorouJul 2025
Very nice people, dedicated to make a festival and enjoy it. Some festivals collect a lot of money and they take them home.
- Sergio GarciaJul 2025
We were delighted to receive the news that our short film "i-REAL" won Best International Short Film. Thank you to the organizers and collaborators!
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