Mumbai Film Festival
Mumbai, India
100
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Thilsri International Film Festival
SIVAGANGA (DIST), India · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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SIVAGANGA (DIST), India
28
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- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Overview
Thilsri International Film Festival is a competitive film festival based in Sivaganga district, India, that presents international short films and feature films. According to its organizers, it is notable for promoting new filmmakers, cross-cultural exchange, and awards across categories such as directing, writing, cinematography, acting, and special jury recognition. It has gained visibility through listings on FilmFreeway and IMDb and by awarding a range of international entries, including documentaries, experimental shorts, and feature films.
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+4 pts)
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-26 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
Festival Details
Founded
2024
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.8/ 5
Reviews
254
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- Gabriel JeanneJul 2025
I am very honored about your award. I have no words to thank you.
- Ram Kumar BharatamJul 2025
I am very thankful for selecting our short film for Best Indian Short Film Award. It is a great honour for us and it boost our enthusiasm to produce more good films.
- Claudio D´AttisAug 2025
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
- vijnttf@yahoo.com RenukaAug 2025
I haven't received any Certificate or notification from Thisri International Film Festival. Just waiting. Only got a notification from Film Freeway
- Ashish Kant TatlaSep 2025
I've only received an email informing about the winning the festival but no further certificate, digital memento, laurel certificate and no revert over the mail. This is really ill professional behavior I've came across and it's totally unacceptable. Even this festival is not free, around $6 fees has been paid so filmmaker will expect a decent revert, digital certificate. This is totally a cheat and way of making money. I request Film Freeway to take an action over that issue.
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