Golden Eagle USA International Film Festival Announces 2026 Results; Unveils Global Expansion for 7th Edition
The 6th Edition of the Golden Eagle USA International Film Festival (GEUIFF) has officially announced its 2026 winners, recognizing exceptional achievements in independent filmmaking across a wide range of categories.
Over the past six years, GEUIFF has welcomed film entries from across India, providing a prestigious platform for independent filmmakers, students, and creative artists to showcase their talent. Throughout its journey, the festival has celebrated excellence in feature films, short films, documentaries, animation, music videos, and student cinema.
GEUIFF Goes Global
As the festival enters its 7th edition, GEUIFF has announced a major milestone in its journey. The festival will now expand internationally through FilmFreeway, the world’s leading film submission platform. This expansion will allow filmmakers from around the globe to submit their work and participate in an international celebration of cinema.
With this global initiative, the 7th Golden Eagle USA International Film Festival aims to promote cultural exchange, discover emerging filmmaking talent, and build a stronger international community of storytellers. The festival looks forward to welcoming submissions from across the world while continuing its mission of celebrating powerful and inspiring cinema.
Top 21 Winners – GEUIFF 2026
– The Quran – Best English Feature Film (Portrayal of the Journey of Discovering the Meaning of the Quran)
Film by: Mr. Masood Ali
– Happy Birthday – Best Thriller Short Film
Film by: Mr. Rishiraj Pandey
– An Open Letter To… – Best Narrative Cinema – Short Film
Director: Mr. Vaibhav Mishra | Producer: Vidisha
– One Last Take – Best Romantic Short Film
Director: Mr. Nikhil Naresh | Producer: Desi Dreams Entertainment
– Last Lap – Best Emotional Drama – Short Film
Film by: Mr. Ram Shran
– Bonamy – Best Children Feature Film
Director: Tonv Sukumar
– PUGLYA – Best Marathi Feature Film
Director: Vinod Sam Peter
– The Saviour: Brig. Pritam Singh – Best Docu-Drama Film
Director: Dr. Paramjeet Singh Kattu
– 14 Sitambar – Best Director
Director: Rajesh K. Rathi
– Kajri – Best Short Film
Producer: Sharad Singh
– Mavshi – A Journey of Emotions – Best First-Time Filmmaker (Women Filmmaker)
Producer: Dr. Aparna Nitin Prabhu
– Nirbhaya – Best Screenplay Writer
Director/Writer: Amit Gupta
– Rajesh Puri – Best Actor
Film: Love Jaisa Pyaar
– Montu Ki Paltan
Directed by: Priya Jaiswal
– REDFLAG – Best Political & Social Commentary Short Film
Film by: Mr. Prathap Reddy
– Vansha – Best Experimental Marathi Short Film
Film by: Varsha Sunil Raneh
– MUKHWA – Best Documentary on the Soul of Nature & Culture
Film by: Mr. Abhishek Kapoor
– Pahadon Ki Gunj – Best Short Film on Lost & Returning Homes
Film by: Mr. Abhishek Kapoor
– Mr. Sharad Singh – Best Playback Singer (Music Video Category)
Song: Deva Deva Shankara
– Signal – Best Global Message Film
Written & Directed by: Mr. Hari Varma
– Tanhai – Best Short Film on Family & Relationships
Film by: Mrs. Krishna Sainanee
The festival congratulates all winners and participants for their outstanding contributions to cinema and looks forward to an even bigger international celebration in its upcoming 7th edition.
