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About Big Shorts Challenge
Welcome to a world where storytelling meets opportunity. The Big Shorts Challenge by ABC Talkies is more than just a competition—it's a stage for young and independent filmmakers to shine. Here, creativity is showcased and rewarded, offering the chance to captivate a vast audience and monetize your talent.
With no barriers or rejections, every film that meets our criteria gets a spotlight. The challenge, hosted on our OTT platform, celebrates filmmaking while bridging the gap between passion and sustainability by allowing creators to earn as they compete.
Why Big Shorts Challenge – Tamil Edition?
Tamil Cinema, fondly called Kollywood, is a vibrant force in cinema, known for its cultural richness and innovative storytelling. Tamil cinema captivates audiences worldwide, thanks to its mix of star power and bold, fresh ideas. This commitment to creativity and new talent makes Kollywood the perfect focus for the Big Shorts Challenge, where boundaries are meant to be pushed.
Unleash Your Creativity
ABC Talkies invites all Tamil filmmakers to join the Big Shorts Challenge - Tamil Edition! Whether you're a novice or a pro, this contest is your ticket to fame. Create, upload, and watch your short film rise to the top!
Why You Should Join
Make Your Mark
Showcase your filmmaking talent to a global audience.
Earn & Win
Compete for top prizes—₹1,00,000 each for the highest-grossing and most-viewed films!
Real-Time Buzz
Track your film's views, revenue, and impact with our advanced analytics.
Beyond the Challenge
Prove your film’s worth and explore new opportunities in the Tamil film industry.
What’s in it for You?
Widespread Exposure
Get your work featured on ABC Talkies’ platform, accessible to audiences worldwide.
Monetary Rewards
Monetize your film by sharing profits generated through views.
Top Honours
Stand a chance to win big with cash prizes of ₹1,00,000 each.
Your Filmmaking Journey Starts Here
How to Participate
Embark on your Tamil cinema journey with The Big Shorts Challenge
Create a Tamil short film (5-40 mins)
with optional English subtitles.
1
Prepare the following as per the specifications before uploading:
- Synopsis with a hook
- Cast and crew details
- Banner (1920×725px, Max 5MB) (Reference PSD)
- Thumbnail (288×424px, Max 1MB) (Reference PSD)
- Trailer (30-60 secs)
- Subtitles (.srt or .vtt)
3
Upload your film, select “The Big Shorts Challenge 4
(Tamil Edition),” and set a ticket price (minimum ₹10).
4
Promote and engage your audience 5
to compete for cash prizes.
5
Prizes
Victory Criteria
Win by maximizing unique ticket sales and revenue.
Highest Viewed Film
₹1,00,000
- Only unique views count.
- Minimum 5,000 views to qualify.
- If no film reaches 5,000 views, those with 500+ views share the prize proportionally (up to ₹1,00,000 only).
Highest Grossing Film
₹1,00,000
- Minimum ₹1,00,000 revenue to qualify.
- If no film reaches ₹1,00,000, those with ₹20,000+ share the prize proportionally (up to ₹1,00,000).
Awards for
Colleges
- Highest Views: ₹25,000
- Highest Collection: ₹25,000
Dates
- Submission Period: 3 October 2024 – 10 November 2024
- Challenge Period: 15 November 2024 – 31 December 2024
- Winner Announcement: To Be Annouced
Other Important Dates
- Orientation Webinar for registered participants: To Be Annouced (Regiser for Update)
- Film Marketing Webinar for registered participants: To Be Annouced (Regiser for Update)
Terms & Conditions
- Fair Play: No fake users or foul play. Immediate disqualification and forfeiting the ticket collection. Play fair, win big!
- Content Guidelines: No adult content, hate speech, or communal incitement. Violators will be disqualified.
- Prize Collection: Submit bank details, a cancelled cheque, and PAN card to support@abctalkies.com within 5 days of winners’ announcement.
- Unlimited Entries: Submit as many films as you want!
- Tax Deduction: Prizes will be credited after tax within 7 days.
- Tie-Breaker: Tied prizes will be shared equally.
- Rights Reserved: ABC Talkies may modify terms and dates as needed.
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