Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) is one of Nepal’s premier film events. Started in 2018, NIFF was founded to celebrate various forms of storytelling and narratives from all over the world.
The first season of Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) happened in Pokhara, Nepal from 2-5 Feb 2018, where more than 40 films around the world were showcased. However, the second season of the Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) 2019, happened in Kathmandu and cherished a huge success.
NIFF 2020, the third cycle of the occasion, will concentrate on activities like film screenings, workshops, classes, and different talks and collaborations. 50+ movies in 5 classes, 8 discourses, 2 masterclasses, and incalculable pre-occasions and interactions. In addition a touring visit for worldwide members and representatives!
Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) 2020 is scheduled to happen from February 13-17 2020.
Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) 2019, started asking for films from 15th June 2019. The regular deadline to submit films is till 31st August 2019. Extended deadline is up to 31st October 2019.
You can Submit your movies from here.
Awards & Prizes In Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) 2020
1. INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
Best Feature-Length Film – Gautama Buddha Award = Trophy, Cash US$ 1500
Best Short-Length Film – Bagmati Award = Trophy, Cash US$ 500
Jury Award = Trophy
2. DOCUMENTARY SEGMENT
Best Documentary Film – Mt. Everest Award =Trophy, Cash US$ 1000
3. ANIMATION SEGMENT
Best Animated Film – Manjushree Award= Trophy, Cash US$ 750
4. NATIONAL COMPETITION
Best Feature-Length Film =Trophy, Cash NPR 100,000
Best Short-Length Film = Trophy, Cash NPR 40,000
Jury Award = Trophy