Kochi: The LK Short Film Festival provides a platform for young filmmakers in India to showcase their creations, connect with national and international cinema, and build opportunities necessary for their growth in the film industry.

Organized under the initiative of the LK Foundation, Delhi, the official logo of the second edition of the LK Short Film Festival was unveiled in Kochi. The ceremony was inaugurated by Kochi Mayor Adv. M. Anilkumar, in the presence of renowned director and former Chairman of the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy, Sri. Kamal.

Following this, LK Short Film Festival Jury Chairman Kamal, Kochi Mayor Adv. M. Anilkumar, along with film stars Sidharth Shiva, Rajeev Rangan, Asha Aravind, and Anumol jointly released the logo of the festival’s second edition. The film stars extended their best wishes on the occasion. Festival Director Rajesh Puthanpurayil delivered the welcome address, and Festival Co-ordinator Aswathy proposed the vote of thanks.

Entries for the festival will be accepted from September 8, 2025. Short films with a duration of 5 to 30 minutes can be submitted. Films are to be submitted via the official website www.lkfilmfestival.com. 

The 2nd LK Short Film Festival will be held in April 2026 in Kochi.

Photo Caption:

  Kochi Mayor Adv. M. Anilkumar ( 3rd from left) along with( From Left) Rajeev Rangan,Rajesh Puthanpurayil,Kamal, Aravind, Anumol and Sidharth Shiva releasing the logo of the second edition of LK Short Film Festival in Kochi