Film Submission - NOW OPEN
Get ready for AniMela Festival, India’s first-ever global celebration of Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, and XR! This vibrant festival is all about bringing the world of visual arts and state-of-the-art innovation to life, showcasing the best in creativity and digital artistry.
After a resounding second edition, we are thrilled to present the third edition of AniMela, an electrifying fusion of imagination and innovation, celebrating the very best in tech-forward artistry.
AniMela Festival’s will take place February 19 - 22, 2026 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
The AniMela Film Festival is now accepting submissions for animated films from around the world.
For more information, please refer to the Rules & Regulations and FAQs.
Deadlines : 1st December 2025
For any queries, please mail us at programme@animela.in
Films Screened at AniMela 2025
Official Selection 2025 - Short Films and Feature Films
We are excited to reveal the Official Selection for this year’s AniMela Festival! After receiving an incredible range of submissions through FilmFreeway from filmmakers around the world, our programming team has carefully selected 31 outstanding films to be part of this year’s lineup.
Beyond these selections, the festival will showcase an even greater number of films through a specially curated lineup. This includes Best of Annecy Shorts, Celebrating Nina Sabnani, a selection of outstanding works from leading animation institutions, as well as celebrated works that have been recognized at prestigious festivals and the Oscars. Audiences can look forward to a diverse and enriching cinematic experience!
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