Vision for MERATV Film Festival - 2024
“To be a leading platform for celebrating and nurturing creative cinematic talent across India, fostering cultural diversity, and promoting storytelling that inspires, educates, and connects people from all walks of life.”
Event Overview
Jharkhand, a land of rich tribal heritage, untapped natural beauty, and abundant mineral resources, stands as a hidden gem for filmmakers. Its diverse landscapes and cultural vibrancy offer a unique canvas for cinematic storytelling. MERATV, a pioneering regional OTT platform dedicated to supporting regional filmmakers, proudly presents the MERATV Short Film Festival 2024, organized by GR8DESIGNS™ and backed by the Government of Jharkhand. This festival aims to showcase the unexplored cinematic potential of Jharkhand, inviting filmmakers to capture its essence.
In addition, we aim to bring technical experts such as actors, cinematographers, video editors, scriptwriters, and directors from various parts of India to share their experiences with film enthusiasts in our state. We anticipate the participation of 200 filmmakers from different parts of the country and approximately 500 participants during the grand finale. We seek the invaluable support of the Jharkhand government’s IPRD department to promote and facilitate this event, ensuring a successful celebration of regional talent and the natural splendor of our state.
Mission for MERATV Film Festival - 2024

Promote Indian Cinema
To showcase a diverse range of films, from feature films to documentaries and mobile films, highlighting the richness and talent of Indian filmmakers.

Encourage New Talent
Provide a supportive platform for emerging filmmakers, offering them opportunities to gain recognition and connect with industry professionals.

Foster Cultural Exchange
Celebrate the cultural diversity of India through films that reflect its heritage, social issues, and creative narratives.

Inspire Change
Use the power of cinema to inspire positive social and environmental change by encouraging films that focus on relevant societal issues.

Tourism Promotion
Provide a supportive platform for emerging filmmakers, offering them opportunities to gain recognition and connect with industry professionals.

Create Lasting Impact
Engage audiences both online and offline through meaningful discussions, screenings, and workshops that enhance their understanding of film as a medium of expression.
Guests for the Film Festival
All the prominent filmmakers from Jharkhand, including actors, actresses, producers, directors,
cinematographers, and music directors.

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Esteemed Panel of Mentors
Retd. IAS and Former Director
Dr. Ram Dayal Munda Tribal Welfare Research Institute
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Esteemed Panel of Filmmakers
Director, Mumbai
Known for Aaye Hum Barati Barat Leke, Saugandh and Dildar Sawaria.
Writer and Producer, Hyderabad
He has worked in several Feature Films in Tamil, Telugu, Malyalam & Marathi
Director, Mumbai
Ritam Srivastava is a prominent director in the Mumbai film industry. His directorial debut, the popular web series "Raktanchal," has garnered widespread acclaim across two seasons on AmazonMxplayer.
Film director from Jharkhand and Mumbai
Graduated from FTII Pune. He is known for the Hindi films “Chakki” and Short film “Jadugoda.”
Cinematographer
Vvijay Mishraa's exceptional talent as a cinematographer has made him a significant figure in the film industry.
Film and Television Editor
Jayant H Verma is a versatile and accomplished film and television editor known for his sharp storytelling through the lens of editing.
Mumbai-based writer, director and producer
He is known for Bengal 1947, Tauba Tera Jalwa and Gadar: Ek Prem Katha
Writer & Director, Kolkata
He has to his credit over two hundred audio-visual creations including Documentaries, Short Films and Feature Films.
Director
Anil Dubey is an Indian film & television director, who predominately works in the Indian film & TV industry. He has directed TV serials like Chidyaghar, Neeli Chhatri Waale, Lapataganj etc.
According to him, the MERATV Film Festival is a landmark event for filmmakers in Jharkhand. Initiatives like this should be actively supported by the state government, and similar events should be organized more frequently. He extends his best wishes and congratulations to the entire MERATV team for their commendable efforts in bringing regional filmmakers to the national stage.
According to him, the MERATV Film Festival is a landmark event for filmmakers in Jharkhand. Initiatives like this should be actively supported by the state government, and similar events should be organized more frequently. He extends his best wishes and congratulations to the entire MERATV team for their commendable efforts in bringing regional filmmakers to the national stage.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
The chief guests on the second day were IAS (Retd.) and former Director of Tribal Research Institute, Mr. Ranendra Kumar and Sub-Divisional Officer, Mr. Mrityunjay Kumar.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
Director of Tourism and MD Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation, Mrs. Anjali Yadav, IAS was present as the special guest in the program.
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!
A big thank you to Sujeet Kumar, Binod Kumar, Priya Mishra, Raju Mitra for making this meeting so productive and memorable!



















