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The Grand Award Ceremony Of BIIFF Happening In Mumbai On 31st January in Juhu, Mumbai.

The Bharat International Film Festival (BIFF) was established in memory of Samrat Ashoka, one of India’s greatest emperors and the first ruler to spread Buddhism across the world. After the Kalinga War, Ashoka chose the path of peace, non-violence, compassion, and equality, uniting people through moral values and humanity. He is believed to have built 84,000 Buddhist stupas and statues worldwide.

Following his vision, BIFF supports films that promote peace, social awareness, humanity, and positive change. Every year, the festival felicitates 100 films from across the globe, with a long-term goal of honouring 84,000 films worldwide, carrying forward Samrat Ashoka’s dream through the powerful medium of cinema.

Here are The 1st Winner list of Top 20 Films From Bharat International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025-26.

Aethrimus – Outstanding Use of Technology in Upcoming Cinema
A Film by Mr. Jaspreet Singh

Finger Ring – Youngest Filmmaker (Short Film Category)
A Film by Mr. Advait Dhavale

Tanhai – Best Debut Woman Filmmaker (Short Film Category)
Mrs. Krishna Sainanee

Apna Amitabh – Best Feature Film
Producer: Mr. Vikas Ramesh Sharma

Hooked – Best Social Awareness Short Film (On Mobile Addiction)
A Film by Mr. Suresh Pandey

Aina – Best Heartfelt Social Drama ( In Short Film Category )
Produced By – Pooja Singh

Grahan – Best Short Film on Emotional Conflict
Directed by Mr. Shariq Ali Khan

Bhural Dolyanchi – Best Dramatic Story with Social Message (Marathi)
A Film by Mr. Anilkumar Holkar

Rooster / Kutkut – Best Debut Feature Filmmaker
Directed by Mr. Deepak Asar

Mr. Dilip Kedar – Best Supporting Actor
For the Film: Vanava

Kartik Sonwani – Rising Star in Cultural Activities

Kostub Sonwani – Rising Star in Cultural Activities

Mr. Shivprasad Arun Magade – Supporter of Multiple Social Organisations

Zayana – Best Upcoming Poet
For Poem: Broken Heart

Anchara Ke Daag (अंचरा के दाग) – Best Bhojpuri Family Cinema
Directed by Mr. Rambali Gupta

Rohini (6th Std) – Best Child Actor

Jitej Gadge – For Extraordinary Child Of India

Pratishtha – Best Social–Political Drama (Marathi)
A Film by Mrs. Madhuri Birje

THE BLACK BAG
Best Fictional Short Film with Moral Message ( Regional)
Directed By- Mr. Samir Bura Gohain
Produced By – Mr. Narendra Chetia

Kabita Mothey Best Debut Actor
(in Short Film Category)
For The Film- JEENA