Creative minds get to work in 53-hr filmmaking contest

Rohan Fernandes

The competition will challenge them to produce a short film on their idea of India@100, all in 53 hours.

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent | All pics: Rohan Fernandes

Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting Anurag Singh Thakur launched the challenge.

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent

The 75 youngsters have been chosen based on their excellence in different areas of filmmaking.

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent

Anurag Thakur said the contest was born last year from the PM's vision to give the youth a platform to showcase their talent.

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent

They have been selected after a rigorous process by an eminent jury.

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent

The youngsters will also have a chance to witness the business of cinema, at the Film Bazaar. 

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent

These young future film professionals come from 19 states. 

Filmmaking | Young minds | Vision for talent