Global Nepal Film Awards
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Sydney · 2026 Edition

Global Nepali
Film Award - 2026

Celebrating the soul of Nepali cinema through an international lens — in the heart of Sydney, Australia.

Film Submissions

Event Date

10th April 2027

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Host City

Sydney, AU

Venue

Wesley Conference Center

IX
Ninth Edition
40+
Film Screenings
15
Award Categories
12k+
Global Audience

About the Awards

A Vision for
Cultural Legacy

GNFA serves as the definitive bridge connecting the diaspora with the evolving narrative of the Himalayas — where ancient heritage meets contemporary vision.

Full Story
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Vision

To become the premier global platform for Nepali cinematic innovation and cultural exchange.

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Mission

Empower independent creators to share authentically Nepali stories with the world.

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Objective

Foster networking between the Australian and Nepali film industries and the wider diaspora.

Awards Highlights

Cinema, ceremony, community.

Eight days of screenings, panels, red carpet moments and cultural celebration — bringing Nepal to Sydney.

Film Screenings

Feature, short and documentary official selection.

International Awards

Fifteen categories judged by a global jury.

Red Carpet Gala

Opening & closing ceremonies with cinematic pageantry.

Panel Discussions

Filmmakers, critics and industry leaders on stage.

Celebrity Guests

Actors and directors from Nepal and abroad.

Cultural Performances

Music, dance and heritage from the Himalayas.

Global Networking

Delegate mixers connecting industries.

Media Coverage

International press and broadcast partners.

Official Trailer

The reel unveiled.

Featured video preview

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GNFA Sydney · IX

Event Schedule

One evening, one unforgettable celebration.

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  1. 5:00 PM

    Registration & Red Carpet Arrivals

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Arrival
  2. 5:45 PM

    Opening Ceremony

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Ceremony
  3. 6:15 PM

    Feature Film Screenings

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Screening
  4. 7:15 PM

    Cultural Performances

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Culture
  5. 7:45 PM

    Industry Panel Discussion

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Panel
  6. 8:15 PM

    Global Nepal Film Awards

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Awards
  7. 8:45 PM

    Closing Remarks

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Closing
  8. 9:00 PM

    Networking & Photo Session

    Venue · Wesley Conference Center

    Networking

Honoring Excellence

The 9th Edition Awards

Fifteen categories celebrating world-class Nepali storytelling — feature, short and documentary.

Best Feature Film

Official Selection

Best Short Film

Official Selection

Best Documentary

Official Selection

Best Director

Official Selection

Best Actor

Official Selection

Best Actress

Official Selection

Jury Choice

Official Selection

Audience Choice

Official Selection

Lifetime Achievement

Official Selection

All Categories & Judging

Our Partners

Making it possible.

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Gallery

Moments of brilliance.

Red carpet
Award trophy
Theater audience
Cultural performance

Latest News

From the newsroom.

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Sydney, meet the Himalayas.

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