FestivalSchedule
Whistling Woods International, Mumbai
Friday 20 Feb
Gaming Zone
Place: E BLOCK - M104 AND M105
Time: 10:30 AM–8:00 PM
This section invites audiences to play a selection of Rich-Narrative Games from independent studios and creators. Through hands-on experience, visitors can explore new worlds, stories, and interactive possibilities, and engage directly with the craft of contemporary game design.
List of Studios:
Carmond Infinity
Frostwood Interactive
Koolgen
Mellow Fox Studio
Monotusk Studio
Redimension
Rudrac
Shivaansh ArtVision
List of Studios:
Carmond Infinity
Frostwood Interactive
Koolgen
Mellow Fox Studio
Monotusk Studio
Redimension
Rudrac
Shivaansh ArtVision
Nina Sabnani’s Films
Place: E Block Studio
Time: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Nina Sabnani
- Hum Chitra Banate Hain (We make images) 2017 | 8:51 mins | India
Narrated by a rooster, the story follows the journey of the Bhil people in India to find a shaman who can bring relief from a devastating drought. After seeing the shaman, he inspires them to paint their homes, leading to rain, bountiful crops, and peace and prosperity.
“Hum Chitra Banate Hain” is an animated interpretation of an origin myth from the Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh, India. For the Bhil community painting is like offering a prayer and the film reveals why. The film is a collaboration between the indigenous artist Sher Singh from the Bhil community and film maker Nina Sabnani where they explore ways of telling together.
The film won the National Award Rajat Kamal for the best animation film for 2016.
- Tanko Bole Chhe (The Stitches Speak) 2009 | 8min | India
An animated documentary which celebrates the art and passion of the Kutch artisans associated with Kala Raksha. The film traces multiple journeys made by the participants towards defining their identities and towards forming the Kala Raksha Trust and the School for Design. The film uses their narrative art of appliqué and embroideries through which they articulate their responses to life, and events as traumatic as the earthquake and as joyful as flying a kite. Through conversations and memories four voices share their involvement in the evolution of a craft tradition.
Narrated by a rooster, the story follows the journey of the Bhil people in India to find a shaman who can bring relief from a devastating drought. After seeing the shaman, he inspires them to paint their homes, leading to rain, bountiful crops, and peace and prosperity.
“Hum Chitra Banate Hain” is an animated interpretation of an origin myth from the Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh, India. For the Bhil community painting is like offering a prayer and the film reveals why. The film is a collaboration between the indigenous artist Sher Singh from the Bhil community and film maker Nina Sabnani where they explore ways of telling together.
The film won the National Award Rajat Kamal for the best animation film for 2016.
- Tanko Bole Chhe (The Stitches Speak) 2009 | 8min | India
An animated documentary which celebrates the art and passion of the Kutch artisans associated with Kala Raksha. The film traces multiple journeys made by the participants towards defining their identities and towards forming the Kala Raksha Trust and the School for Design. The film uses their narrative art of appliqué and embroideries through which they articulate their responses to life, and events as traumatic as the earthquake and as joyful as flying a kite. Through conversations and memories four voices share their involvement in the evolution of a craft tradition.
Artists’ Showcase
Place: STILT AREA
Time: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
The Comics and Art section returns to AniMela with a vibrant mix of independent creators and fresh voices. Meet comic artists showcasing and selling their self-published books, discover original illustrations and graphic narratives, and explore tables filled with art prints, illustrated journals, collectible merchandise, stickers, and exclusive artist-led T-shirts.
This is a space that celebrates small-press publishing and DIY culture. Spend time with the artists, hear the stories behind their work, and support independent creators who are building their own worlds.
This is a space that celebrates small-press publishing and DIY culture. Spend time with the artists, hear the stories behind their work, and support independent creators who are building their own worlds.
Saturday 21 Feb
Gaming Zone
Place: E BLOCK - M104 AND M105
Time: 10:30 AM–8:00 PM
This section invites audiences to play a selection of Rich-Narrative Games from independent studios and creators. Through hands-on experience, visitors can explore new worlds, stories, and interactive possibilities, and engage directly with the craft of contemporary game design.
List of Studios:
Carmond Infinity
Frostwood Interactive
Koolgen
Mellow Fox Studio
Monotusk Studio
Redimension
Rudrac
Shivaansh ArtVision
List of Studios:
Carmond Infinity
Frostwood Interactive
Koolgen
Mellow Fox Studio
Monotusk Studio
Redimension
Rudrac
Shivaansh ArtVision
Game Studio Live Demos
Place: E BLOCK - M106
Time: 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
In these special sessions, audiences can watch a game studio founder play and present their work on the big screen. Part live gameplay, part conversation, it offers an inside look into the creative choices made and the stories of the games.
Nina Sabnani’s Films
Place: E Block Studio
Time: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Nina Sabnani
- Hum Chitra Banate Hain (We make images) 2017 | 8:51 mins | India
Narrated by a rooster, the story follows the journey of the Bhil people in India to find a shaman who can bring relief from a devastating drought. After seeing the shaman, he inspires them to paint their homes, leading to rain, bountiful crops, and peace and prosperity.
“Hum Chitra Banate Hain” is an animated interpretation of an origin myth from the Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh, India. For the Bhil community painting is like offering a prayer and the film reveals why. The film is a collaboration between the indigenous artist Sher Singh from the Bhil community and film maker Nina Sabnani where they explore ways of telling together.
The film won the National Award Rajat Kamal for the best animation film for 2016.
- Tanko Bole Chhe (The Stitches Speak) 2009 | 8min | India
An animated documentary which celebrates the art and passion of the Kutch artisans associated with Kala Raksha. The film traces multiple journeys made by the participants towards defining their identities and towards forming the Kala Raksha Trust and the School for Design. The film uses their narrative art of appliqué and embroideries through which they articulate their responses to life, and events as traumatic as the earthquake and as joyful as flying a kite. Through conversations and memories four voices share their involvement in the evolution of a craft tradition.
Narrated by a rooster, the story follows the journey of the Bhil people in India to find a shaman who can bring relief from a devastating drought. After seeing the shaman, he inspires them to paint their homes, leading to rain, bountiful crops, and peace and prosperity.
“Hum Chitra Banate Hain” is an animated interpretation of an origin myth from the Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh, India. For the Bhil community painting is like offering a prayer and the film reveals why. The film is a collaboration between the indigenous artist Sher Singh from the Bhil community and film maker Nina Sabnani where they explore ways of telling together.
The film won the National Award Rajat Kamal for the best animation film for 2016.
- Tanko Bole Chhe (The Stitches Speak) 2009 | 8min | India
An animated documentary which celebrates the art and passion of the Kutch artisans associated with Kala Raksha. The film traces multiple journeys made by the participants towards defining their identities and towards forming the Kala Raksha Trust and the School for Design. The film uses their narrative art of appliqué and embroideries through which they articulate their responses to life, and events as traumatic as the earthquake and as joyful as flying a kite. Through conversations and memories four voices share their involvement in the evolution of a craft tradition.
Artists’ Showcase
Place: STILT AREA
Time: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
The Comics and Art section returns to AniMela with a vibrant mix of independent creators and fresh voices. Meet comic artists showcasing and selling their self-published books, discover original illustrations and graphic narratives, and explore tables filled with art prints, illustrated journals, collectible merchandise, stickers, and exclusive artist-led T-shirts.
This is a space that celebrates small-press publishing and DIY culture. Spend time with the artists, hear the stories behind their work, and support independent creators who are building their own worlds.
This is a space that celebrates small-press publishing and DIY culture. Spend time with the artists, hear the stories behind their work, and support independent creators who are building their own worlds.
Sunday 22 Feb
Gaming Zone
Place: E BLOCK - M104 AND M105
Time: 10:30 AM–8:00 PM
This section invites audiences to play a selection of Rich-Narrative Games from independent studios and creators. Through hands-on experience, visitors can explore new worlds, stories, and interactive possibilities, and engage directly with the craft of contemporary game design.
List of Studios:
Carmond Infinity
Frostwood Interactive
Koolgen
Mellow Fox Studio
Monotusk Studio
Redimension
Rudrac
Shivaansh ArtVision
List of Studios:
Carmond Infinity
Frostwood Interactive
Koolgen
Mellow Fox Studio
Monotusk Studio
Redimension
Rudrac
Shivaansh ArtVision
Game Studio Live Demos
Place: E BLOCK - M106
Time: 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
In these special sessions, audiences can watch a game studio founder play and present their work on the big screen. Part live gameplay, part conversation, it offers an inside look into the creative choices made and the stories of the games.
Nina Sabnani’s Films
Place: E Block Studio
Time: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Nina Sabnani
- Hum Chitra Banate Hain (We make images) 2017 | 8:51 mins | India
Narrated by a rooster, the story follows the journey of the Bhil people in India to find a shaman who can bring relief from a devastating drought. After seeing the shaman, he inspires them to paint their homes, leading to rain, bountiful crops, and peace and prosperity.
“Hum Chitra Banate Hain” is an animated interpretation of an origin myth from the Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh, India. For the Bhil community painting is like offering a prayer and the film reveals why. The film is a collaboration between the indigenous artist Sher Singh from the Bhil community and film maker Nina Sabnani where they explore ways of telling together.
The film won the National Award Rajat Kamal for the best animation film for 2016.
- Tanko Bole Chhe (The Stitches Speak) 2009 | 8min | India
An animated documentary which celebrates the art and passion of the Kutch artisans associated with Kala Raksha. The film traces multiple journeys made by the participants towards defining their identities and towards forming the Kala Raksha Trust and the School for Design. The film uses their narrative art of appliqué and embroideries through which they articulate their responses to life, and events as traumatic as the earthquake and as joyful as flying a kite. Through conversations and memories four voices share their involvement in the evolution of a craft tradition.
Narrated by a rooster, the story follows the journey of the Bhil people in India to find a shaman who can bring relief from a devastating drought. After seeing the shaman, he inspires them to paint their homes, leading to rain, bountiful crops, and peace and prosperity.
“Hum Chitra Banate Hain” is an animated interpretation of an origin myth from the Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh, India. For the Bhil community painting is like offering a prayer and the film reveals why. The film is a collaboration between the indigenous artist Sher Singh from the Bhil community and film maker Nina Sabnani where they explore ways of telling together.
The film won the National Award Rajat Kamal for the best animation film for 2016.
- Tanko Bole Chhe (The Stitches Speak) 2009 | 8min | India
An animated documentary which celebrates the art and passion of the Kutch artisans associated with Kala Raksha. The film traces multiple journeys made by the participants towards defining their identities and towards forming the Kala Raksha Trust and the School for Design. The film uses their narrative art of appliqué and embroideries through which they articulate their responses to life, and events as traumatic as the earthquake and as joyful as flying a kite. Through conversations and memories four voices share their involvement in the evolution of a craft tradition.
Artists’ Showcase
Place: STILT AREA
Time: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
The Comics and Art section returns to AniMela with a vibrant mix of independent creators and fresh voices. Meet comic artists showcasing and selling their self-published books, discover original illustrations and graphic narratives, and explore tables filled with art prints, illustrated journals, collectible merchandise, stickers, and exclusive artist-led T-shirts.
This is a space that celebrates small-press publishing and DIY culture. Spend time with the artists, hear the stories behind their work, and support independent creators who are building their own worlds.
This is a space that celebrates small-press publishing and DIY culture. Spend time with the artists, hear the stories behind their work, and support independent creators who are building their own worlds.