The Bengaluru International Short Film Festival (BISFF) is a significant cinematic event established in 2010, and is recognized as the largest short film festival in India. It holds the distinction of being an Academy Awards qualifying festival for live-action short films, meaning the winner of its International Competition is automatically shortlisted for the Academy Awards Short Films Category. BISFF offers a platform for both emerging and professional filmmakers to showcase their work across various categories, including International, Indian, Karnataka, and Animation, and provides opportunities for networking and industry feedback.