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Ayodhya International Film Festival
Hukumpura, India · Est. 2006 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Hukumpura, India
98
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 20 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Gurunanak College
- 4 verified pro signals
Overview
The Ayodhya International Film Festival, also known as Ayodhya Film Festival (AyoFF), is a long-running festival in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, organized by Awam ka Cinema and described as the region’s premier film festival.[2][6] It is notable for being free to attend and for showcasing a broad mix of new Indian and international feature films, short films, documentaries, animation, experimental works, web series, and music videos, making it a visible platform for indie filmmakers and international cinema in the city.[2][3][4]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- 20 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Gurunanak College
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2006
Venue
Gurunanak College
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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Avg. rating
4.1/ 5
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74
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