Born from a Passion
for Cinema
Motion Max Media Awards was founded to give India's independent filmmakers, content creators, and digital storytellers the recognition they deserve.
3
Seasons
2,400+
Entries Received
18
Award Categories
50+
Expert Judges
₹5L+
Total Prize Pool
12+
Cities Represented
Our Mission
Elevating India's Creative Voice
We started Motion Max in 2023 with a simple belief: India has an extraordinary depth of storytelling talent that goes unrecognized because the gatekeepers are too few and too far away.
Our platform is designed to be the bridge — connecting passionate creators with industry professionals, sponsors, and audiences who are hungry for authentic Indian stories. Every submission we receive is a story waiting to be heard.
Join Season 3
Season 3 — 2026
Submissions open until 31 August 2026. ₹5 Lakh+ in prizes across 18 categories.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Authentic Storytelling
We believe every story deserves to be told. We champion raw, authentic voices over polished but hollow productions.
Community First
Motion Max is built by creators, for creators. Every decision we make centers the needs of our filmmaking community.
Regional Diversity
From Tamil Nadu to the Northeast, we celebrate the rich tapestry of Indian regional storytelling traditions.
Inclusive Excellence
Great storytelling has no age, budget, or equipment barrier. We judge ideas, not production value alone.
The People Behind It
Meet the Team
Karthik Sundaram
Founder & Director
Award-winning filmmaker with 15 years in Tamil cinema. Passionate about nurturing new voices.
Divya Krishnan
Creative Director
Documentary filmmaker and visual storyteller. Curates the judging criteria and category standards.
Rajan Pillai
Head of Operations
Event management veteran with experience running large-scale media festivals across South India.
Ananya Bose
Partnerships Lead
Builds relationships with sponsors, media partners, and industry organizations to amplify creator reach.
Ready to Share Your Story?
Join thousands of creators who have already submitted their work. Season 3 submissions are open now.