Short Film Mantra

Vibrant India Talent Awards 2026 – Honouring the Finest Talents of the Nation

We are delighted to unveil the Vibrant India Talent Awards 2026, a prestigious annual celebration dedicated to honouring the extraordinary talents that illuminate the artistic heart of our nation.

This grand event will spotlight remarkable individuals who have excelled in diverse fields, including Acting, Singing, Dancing, Choreography, Lyric Writing, Music Director, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts.

Scheduled to take place during the Vibrant India Talent Show in Mumbai, this dazzling awards ceremony will be a vibrant tribute to India’s rich creative spirit. The Vibrant India Talent Awards aim to recognize the dedication, ingenuity, and brilliance of artists whose inspiring contributions continue to enrich the cultural tapestry of our nation.

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Audition Cities: Surat and Mumbai

Venue details will be shared exclusively with the registered participants, one week before the semi-final audition date.

This is not a TV show. It is India's first live national-level stage competition. All official music videos and professional covers will be uploaded and promoted on our official YouTube channel.

The registration fee is charged to avoid unnecessary crowds during auditions.

Our in-house panel of professional and experienced judges from the music industry will evaluate the performances. They have been associated with the industry for many years.

No formal qualifications or training are required to participate.

Solo Singing Competition:


• Junior Category: 18 - 40 years

• Senior Category: 41 - 60 years


Solo Dancing Competition:


• Junior Category: 16 - 25 years

• Senior Category: 26 - 40 years

A total of 24 winners (12 from singing and 12 from dancing – across male/female, junior/senior categories) will be featured in our upcoming official music video album.

In addition, winners will receive a one-year YouTube channel management contract sponsored and managed by the Short Film Mantra Production Team. Under this, at least 24 music video albums will be produced, recorded, and uploaded to their dedicated channels, along with full online marketing and promotional support to reach a wide audience.

All top 24 contestants from the senior categories (singing and dancing) and top 12 contestants from the junior categories will be featured in our upcoming professional music video album, which will also be released on our official YouTube channel.

The event is organized by Short Film Mantra International Film Festival Foundation. It is an independent event and is not sponsored by any external brand or company. It will not be telecasted on any television channel.

The competition consists of three rounds:

• Round 1: Online video submission (Online Auditions)

• Round 2: Studio Round – On-stage performance in Surat, Gujarat

• Round 3: Grand Finale – Live stage performance in front of the judges

Participants may perform any Bollywood or classical Hindi songs or dances of their choice.

The registration fee is ₹1200/- only (one-time and non-refundable).