Start Young

India's first Adfest exclusively for students

October 19th & 20th, 2024

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About Us:

It all starts with a Guthli

It all starts with a Guthli (Mango Seed).
Small but soaked with great potential.
Packed with dreams.

It all starts with a Guthli. Small, yet, soaked with great potential. Packed with dreams. Packed with the wisdom of the past. And possibilities for a wondrous future. Waiting to germinate. Waiting for the right environment - nurturing and protective. Soaking it all in. And growing - first into a young sapling. And then one day blooming into a big, shady giant. A marvel to the eyes of the world.

Changing the earth, changing the skies, and changing the air. In whose wake others bloom - and soon you have a forest. The seat of life.

 The Guthli Ad Fest 2024, an initiative by Agency M is an ode to that journey - from a seed to a forest. Exclusively for 15 to 23 years old students. It’s here to fan the fire of potential that will tomorrow change things - for the better. For all around.

A confluence of young minds – rich with the glory of yesteryears, carrying it forward to an even glorious tomorrow.
Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli? Why Guthli?

Discover Your Potential

With an expansive gamut of categories, Guthli Adfest is crafted to catalyze your creative discovery - style, form and medium. Your expression today will be the foundation of the path you walk tomorrow.
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Connect & Collaborate

It takes a village to raise a forest; Guthli is that village - where minds collide, connect, collaborate and co-create work that are going to be breakthroughs for the creative trailblazers of tomorrow, who will take the industry forward.
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Industry Gateway

Guthli Adfest is your gateway from student life to the professional stage; it's your moment to experience the spotlight and connect with creative leaders from all across the country.
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Our Jury

Nitish Sarkar

Head Post Production/ Creative Producer / AI Art Explorer

Rupak Shah

AI Content Creator | Co-founder - AiVANTA

Subhabrata Debnath

Co-founder & CTO - NeuralGarage

Dipankar Mukherjee

Chief Innovation Officer - Nihilent | HyperCollective

Subramaniam Krishnan

Chief Strategy Officer - TBWA India

Shakoon Khosla

Creative Consultant

Manish Darji

Head of Art - DDB Mudra

Brijesh Parmar

Executive Creative Director

Priya Pardiwalla

Chief Commercial Officer/Founder - Steve Priya

Ashwini Deshpande

Co-founder - Elephant Design

Tanya Nambiar

Singer/Composer/Songwriter/Co-founder - El Diablo Sauce

Avishek Ghosh

Producer/Director

Achint Thakkar

Music Composer

Subhajit Mukherjee

Singer/Music Composer/Producer

Azazul Haque

Chief Creative Officer - Creativeland Asia

Jeet Singh

Creative Partner - Lowe Lintas

Vilsen Gonsalves

Group Creative Director - Ogilvy

Kashif Memon

Founder/Director/Producer, Mothership Production

Stutee Ghosh

Indian film Critic/Writer/Radio Personality

O.R. Radhakrishnan

Creative Consultant/Storyteller/Screenplay & Dialogue writer

Swadha Kulkarni

Co-founder/Executive Director - Breathless Films

Jessica Sadana

Director and Cinematographer

Pratish Nair

Founder & CEO - Miles SoBA | Agency M

Fritz Gonsalves

Executive Creative Director - Ogilvy

Nikhil Mehrotra

Screenwriter

Tista Sen

Creative Brand Consultant

Shantesh Row

CCO - Slant Agency

Janice Sequeira

Content creator, Anchor, Ex broadcast editor, and Media strategist

Ujaya Shakya

Vice-President of Advertising Association of Nepal | Founder and Managing Director - Outreach Nepal

Steve Mathias

Chief Commercial Officer and Founder - Steve Priya

Goral Ajmera

Founder and Creative Director - Brave

Partho Sen Gupta

National Creative Head - The Times of India

Devaiah Bopanna

Co-founder - Moonshot

Aritra Chaudhuri

Branding and Communications Consultant, Quantum Leap Studio

Shirsha Guha Thakurta

Director - Oink Films

Neville Shah

Chief Creative Officer, FCB Kinnect

Ajay Ghalaut

Independent Creative & Former Chief Creative Officer - Dentsu Creative Services

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Eligibility:

Young Turks- 15- 23 year old students from accredited institutions can enter the fest in teams of 2-4 members. 

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Radio

Craft narratives that evoke emotions using the power of audio storytelling. Either conveying a brand message, raising awareness, or igniting imaginations, Radio Guthli will be judged on the creativity, originality, and ability of the entries to captivate audiences through the pure magic of sound.

Print

Creativity that harnesses the power of print media to tell stories, convey messages, and spark conversations. In this category, the entries will be judged on every word, image, and design element and their meticulously crafted placements to captivate readers and leave a lasting impression.

Film (30-60 sec)

Lights, Camera, Creativity: The Film Category invites entries that bring storytelling to life on the silver screen. From gripping narratives to visually stunning cinematography, experiments with innovative techniques, and pushing the boundaries of imagination to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, will be the heroes of this category.

Public service film (180 secs)

Films that Inspire Change. The Public Service Film Category calls upon entries where filmmaking skills are used as a force for good, creating impactful narratives that address pressing social issues and inspire positive change. In this category, the power of film becomes a catalyst for raising awareness, fostering empathy, and igniting action on matters that affect our communities and our world.

Social Media

Crafting Connections in the Digital Age: The Social Media Category invites entries that bloom in the the dynamic world of online platforms to engage audiences, spark conversations, and leave a lasting impact. From captivating visuals to witty captions, from viral challenges to immersive experiences, this is a category celebrating the power of likes, shares, and comments to create meaningful connections with the target audience.

Logo

Where Identity Meets Innovation: The Logo Category invites entries with astounding design prowess used to create iconic visual identities that resonate with audiences and stand the test of time. From clever typography to striking symbols, this category will judge every element and meticulous placement of each to convey meaning, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting impression.

Best Use of Music

Harmonizing Emotions, Amplifying Messages: The Best Use of Music Category invites entries that explore the transformative power of soundtracks, melodies, and rhythms in elevating storytelling and enhancing the impact of visual narratives. In this category, music becomes more than just background noise, but is a vital component in shaping mood, evoking emotions, and deepening the connection between content and audience.

Best Use of AI

Unleashing the Potential of Artificial Intelligence: The Best Use of AI Category celebrates the power of artificial intelligence to innovate, problem-solve, and create groundbreaking experiences that push the boundaries of technology and creativity. In this category, AI becomes a tool for transformation, enabling students to explore new frontiers in storytelling, design, and interaction.

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Who can enter?

Students, Students & Students (Age-15-23).

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Is there a limit to how many entries one can enter?

No. You can enter as many entries as you like.

03
Can I submit work that has already been entered to the Kyoorius Creative Awards earlier?

 Yes

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Can I enter self-promotional work?

Yes, you can enter self-promotional for your own institution.   

05
Will there be workshops or networking events during the festival?

Absolutely! Our festival will feature workshops and networking sessions led by seasoned advertising professionals, providing attendees with valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and advance in their fields.

06
Where does the festival take place ?

The festival will be held in Mumbai (location to be finalized by April 25th).

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What is the entry fee ?

The entry fee is set at Rs. 500.

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Where / how do I get my pass/ticket ?

You can click here to get the pass https://www.guthliadfest.com/register-now

09
Do you have a preference for local films or films with local connections?

We don't have any preferences; all entries will be treated equally.

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Can parents come to the festival ?

Yes, participants can bring their families along to share the festival experience.

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How many days does the festival last?

The festival extends over a period of two days, specifically on the 19th and 20th of October.

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