Prize: ₹7,000 – ₹15,000
Contest Duration: 5–7 Days
We are looking for talented writers to create an original Bengali short film story that can be adapted into an anime-style animated film.
This is not just a story-writing contest. We are looking for a complete creative package including story, screenplay, scene structure, character development, and dialogues.
The winning entry may be selected for production and adapted into an animated short film that will be released on major digital platforms. This is a great opportunity for writers who want their work to reach a wider audience and become part of a real animation project.
What You Need To Submit1. Original Story
- Emotional, psychological, slice-of-life, mystery, drama, dark humor, or meaningful themes
- Must be original work
- No plagiarism
- No AI-generated stories
2. Screenplay
- Scene-by-scene breakdown
- Character actions
- Proper screenplay structure
3. Dialogues
The language must feel natural and authentic.
We are looking for Bengali dialogue exactly the way young people speak in everyday life.
Example:
In simple words:
"Bangla te jerom kotha boli amra." style writing. [Bangla English u can say]
Natural, relatable, and emotionally believable conversations.
4. Character Details
- Main character profile
- Personality
- Goals and motivations
5. Ending Explanation
Briefly explain the emotional meaning or message behind your ending.
Film Requirements
- Duration: Approximately 10–20 minutes
- Story Length: 1–3 pages minimum
- Bengali language
- Bengali cultural setting preferred
- Limited locations preferred
- Limited characters preferred
- Animation-friendly concepts preferred
Preferred Genres
- Psychological
- Slice of Life
- Emotional Drama
- Coming of Age
- Mystery
- Dark Humor
- Human Relationships
- Social Commentary
What We Are Looking For
✔ Strong emotional impact
✔ Memorable characters
✔ Realistic Bengali dialogue
✔ Unique storytelling
✔ Strong ending
✔ Animation-friendly execution
✔ Gen Z relatability
Rights & Ownership
By submitting an entry, participants confirm that the work is completely original.
The winning submission's adaptation and production rights will be transferred upon receiving the prize payment. The project team may modify, adapt, animate, distribute, and publish the work as part of the final film production.
Proper credit will be provided where applicable.
About The Project
This is part of an original Bengali anime film initiative that aims to create meaningful stories rooted in Bengali culture while appealing to modern audiences.
If you have a story that can make people laugh, cry, think, or remember it long after the credits roll, we would love to read it.
Good luck, and we look forward to your submission.
Pay: From ₹7,000.00 per week
Work Location: Remote
