Mumbai, India – In a grand celebration of creativity and cinematic brilliance, India’s Most Prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival 2025 proudly announces its official selection of the TOP 100 Short Films from around the world. This highly anticipated unveiling marks a significant milestone in the festival’s journey to honour visionary storytellers and elevate the voices shaping the future of cinema.
Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) 2025 is proud to unveil the official list of ‘TOP 100 Short Films’, a prestigious recognition awarded to the most outstanding entries selected from thousands of submissions received from across the globe. This celebration of cinematic excellence highlights the extraordinary achievements of storytellers who have demonstrated remarkable creativity, emotional depth, and technical brilliance.
As India’s only independent international film festival that pays homage to the legacy of Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema, DPIFF continues its mission of nurturing and recognizing talent from every corner of the world. The selected films represent a diverse and powerful tapestry of narratives crafted with passion, purpose, and artistic innovation offering fresh perspectives and elevating the art of short filmmaking.
This year’s list features a stunning collection of films that explore a rich variety of genres and themes, ranging from hard-hitting social commentaries and emotionally resonant dramas to visually compelling experimental pieces, imaginative animations, gripping thrillers, and heart-warming comedies. Each film has been meticulously chosen by a distinguished panel of industry experts and cinephiles for its originality, relevance and cinematic impact.
Official List of DPIFF TOP 100 Short Films:
|
NO. |
SHORT FILM |
NO. |
SHORT FILM |
|
1 |
2 KHET |
51 |
LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL |
|
2 |
A NIGHT, AFTER ALL |
52 |
LIGHT IN MY EYES |
|
3 |
AHALYA |
53 |
LIPSTIC |
|
4 |
AKHIRI PARCHI (THE LAST LETTER) |
54 |
LOVE DELIVERED |
|
5 |
AMMA KOSAM |
55 |
MADAM DRIVER |
|
6 |
ANNAMIKA |
56 |
MAGIC |
|
7 |
ARAMBH – EK HATH MADTICHA |
57 |
MAJOR SAM |
|
8 |
ARTICLE – A TALE TO BE TOLD |
58 |
MELTING STONES… A STORY OF TRANSFORMATION |
|
9 |
AVAR – THE INSEPERABLES |
59 |
METRONOME |
|
10 |
AWAAZ |
60 |
MIND/MATTER |
|
11 |
AZADI |
61 |
MONIHARA |
|
12 |
BAAZ |
62 |
MOORANE KANNU |
|
13 |
BAGGAGE |
63 |
MRITYUBHOJ |
|
14 |
BEYOND THE FRAME |
64 |
MY DEATH CERTIFICATE |
|
15 |
BLACK AND WHITE |
65 |
NANDINI |
|
16 |
BLIND LOVE SERIES |
66 |
NIGHT QUEEN |
|
17 |
BREAK THE SILENCE |
67 |
ONE MORE LAP |
|
18 |
CAKE |
68 |
PANHA |
|
19 |
CHASMA |
69 |
PANNE |
|
20 |
CHONNA MANGA (RED MANGO) |
70 |
PARISAL KANAVU |
|
21 |
CYCLE |
71 |
RADIO GHAINT (RADIO AWESOME) |
|
22 |
DESTINY |
72 |
RECORDER |
|
23 |
DREAMING VINCENT |
73 |
RENDU |
|
24 |
DRIVEN DREAM |
74 |
RESHMI BANDH |
|
25 |
DUMP YARD |
75 |
RHYTHM OF HERITAGE |
|
26 |
EK CHITTI |
76 |
RU BA RU (FACE TO FACE) |
|
27 |
EERA SIRAGUKAL |
77 |
SALETI RANG |
|
28 |
GANDHIYIN’S SIRIPIL (GANDHI’S SMILE) |
78 |
SAVING BHIMANAMA: A GIANT TURTLE |
|
29 |
GELUVINA HADI |
79 |
SHERO |
|
30 |
HAPPAN SAANGWALA |
80 |
STILL LIFE |
|
31 |
HEAD OR TAIL |
81 |
SUPERHERO |
|
32 |
HUMSAFAR |
82 |
SUR |
|
33 |
HUNAR |
83 |
SWADHYAYA |
|
34 |
IN YOUR HEAD |
84 |
THE CHOICE |
|
35 |
INTERROGATION |
85 |
THE LOST PARADISE |
|
36 |
JARIKATH |
86 |
THE MOON |
|
37 |
JASWANDA |
87 |
THE PERFECT DATE |
|
38 |
JIJIVISHA |
88 |
THE SHOW MUST GO ON |
|
39 |
JIMMEWARI |
89 |
THE STRANGER |
|
40 |
KA JINGSHEMPHANG |
90 |
THE WRESTLER’S CANE |
|
41 |
KAANA |
91 |
TVAMEVA SARVAM |
|
42 |
KAASH (IF ONLY) |
92 |
UNMUKTA |
|
43 |
KANMASHI |
93 |
VAIDHYAM |
|
44 |
KAYA – THE ABODE OF SOUL |
94 |
VANSH |
|
45 |
KEEP THE FIRE ALIVE |
95 |
VARTHAKAALI |
|
46 |
KHWAHISHEIN |
96 |
WELCOME TO MUMBAI |
|
47 |
KHILONO KI BARAT |
97 |
WHEELCHAIR & WALKER |
|
48 |
LAKSHMI |
98 |
WHITE COAT LEGENDS |
|
49 |
LAST 30 DAYS |
99 |
YAALAM |
|
50 |
LEFTY |
100 |
YAAN |
Noteworthy titles among the TOP 100 include “Avar – The Inseparables,” “Saving Bhimanama: A Giant Turtle,” “Khwaahishein,” “Yaalaam,” and “Jaswanda,” among many others. These films reflect the exceptional talent and vision of independent filmmakers who are reshaping the landscape of contemporary cinema through their compelling storytelling.
Earning a spot in the TOP 100 Short Films at DPIFF is a testament to the filmmakers’ dedication, resilience, and artistic courage. Their work continues to resonate with global audiences, sparking important conversations and inspiring change through the universal language of cinema.
Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival 2025 extends its heartfelt congratulations to all selected filmmakers and creative contributors. The festival remains committed to promoting meaningful cinema and honouring those who carry forward the timeless spirit of storytelling.
For the complete list of selected short films and further updates on exclusive screenings, events, and recognitions, please visit the official DPIFF website: https://dpiff.in/top-100-short-films-at-dpiff-2025/
