Archive · 13 Aug 2026
Ananya Wins Best Film Award at Nirmal Pandey Film Festival
A short film is a mini-movie that is much shorter than the ones shown in big cinemas.
A short film called 'Ananya' was made in a small town named Hinjilicut in Odisha, India.
The movie shares a meaningful social message with people.
It was filmed right in and around the town, showing the local places, people and everyday life.
The film was sent to a movie festival held in memory of actor Nirmal Pandey.
Many films were screened there, and judges watched them carefully.
The judges chose 'Ananya' as the Best Film because its story was told in a strong and effective way.
Winning the award made the people of Hinjilicut and the whole state of Odisha very proud.
It shows that a story made in a small community can win big awards and be loved across the country.
The short film 'Ananya,' produced in Hinjilicut, won the Best Film Award at the 7th Nirmal Pandey Smriti Film Festival 2026 in Raipur.
The social-awareness film was entirely shot in and around Hinjilicut, portraying the local environment, society and everyday life.
Krishna DK handled the film's concept and direction, while local artistes Madhusudan Mishra and Sonam Sahu featured in it.
The selected films were screened on August 10 and the festival results were announced on August 11.
The jury honoured 'Ananya' for its subject, presentation and effective storytelling, bringing national recognition and pride to Ganjam district and Odisha.
- Who
- The short film 'Ananya' team, including producer Nrityam Kala Gabeshana Kendra, director Krishna DK, and artistes Madhusudan Mishra and Sonam Sahu; the jury honoured the film at a festival attended by Rajendra Gupta and Rohitashv Gour.
- What
- 'Ananya,' a social-awareness short film shot entirely in Hinjilicut, won the Best Film Award at the 7th Nirmal Pandey Smriti Film Festival 2026.
- When
- Selected films were screened on August 10 and the festival results were announced on August 11, 2026.
- Where
- The festival was held in Raipur; the film was produced and shot in Hinjilicut, Ganjam district, Odisha.
- Why
- The jury honoured the film for its subject, presentation and effective storytelling, and the victory brought national recognition and pride to Ganjam district and Odisha.
- Award
- Best Film Award
- Festival
- 7th Nirmal Pandey Smriti Film Festival 2026
- Festival Location
- Raipur
- Producer
- Nrityam Kala Gabeshana Kendra, Hinjilicut
- Concept and Direction
- Krishna DK
- Cast
- Madhusudan Mishra and Sonam Sahu
- Screening Date
- August 10
- Result Announcement
- August 11