*Producer Bazaar Forms Strategic Alliance with Bangalore International Short Film Festival (BISFF), India’s Only Oscars® Academy-Accredited Festival*
*Producer Bazaar Forms Strategic Alliance with Bangalore International Short Film Festival (BISFF), India’s Only Oscars® Academy-Accredited Festival*
Bangalore, India — ProducerBazaar proudly announces the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bangalore International Short Film Festival (BISFF) — India’s only Oscars® Academy-accredited film festival. This groundbreaking partnership, formalized on August 17, 2025, represents a defining moment for the Indian film industry, opening the doors to global recognition, transformative collaborations, and a reimagined future for short filmmakers.
With BISFF’s prestigious Academy accreditation and ProducerBazaar’s pioneering platform for film rights and distribution, the alliance creates a powerful new pathway for Indian storytellers to reach the Oscars® stage while unlocking sustainable monetization models for their creative work.
“For over a decade, BISFF has been at the forefront of championing short films and creating a global stage for Indian talent. This collaboration with ProducerBazaar strengthens our mission by not only providing filmmakers with an Oscar® pathway but also ensuring their stories find sustainable business opportunities. Together, we will amplify India’s voice in world cinema,” said Anand Varadaraj, Founder, Festival Director of BISFF.
“This partnership empowers Indian storytellers with unprecedented international exposure and a direct gateway to the Academy Awards. At ProducerBazaar, we are committed to redefining the way films are discovered, distributed, and monetized. Together with BISFF, we aim to build a thriving ecosystem where creativity meets opportunity, and where short films from India can make a global impact,” said GK Tirunavukarasu, Founder and CEO of ProducerBazaar.
Key Highlights of the Partnership:
• Oscar® Entry Gateway: ProducerBazaar shall act as the entry point for short films eyeing Oscar® nominations through BISFF’s accreditation.
• Innovative Monetization Models: A first-of-its-kind approach to content rights, enabling filmmakers to transparently monetize their work and access global buyers.
• Global Exposure & Networking: Curated opportunities for creators to connect with international distributors, platforms, and investors.
As ProducerBazaar and BISFF join forces, they remain united in their mission to elevate Indian cinema to global heights, amplify voices that deserve to be heard, and inspire the next generation of filmmakers to dream without limits.
For more details: https://www.producerbazaar.com/
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