KASHISH 2023 Sponsors Speak

"Whistling Woods International has always extended its support towards encouraging talent and creativity in aspirants and students. Throughout the recent years, our collaboration with KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival has grown stronger, and I am thrilled to continue our partnership this year. I firmly believe in the power of films and creative arts, and through these mediums instill the importance of diversity & inclusion. By sponsoring the Student Short Award, we hope many talented youth will find their expression and be encouraged to find courage in creativity. Wishing KASHISH 2023 all the success.“

Meghna Ghai Puri, President, Whistling Woods International

“It is an honor to support the Best International Narrative Short Award. GagaOOLala provides a platform for all to present diversity and different forms of love, and we aim to connect talented creators around the world. Short films are the perfect vehicle for young and experienced filmmakers to showcase their talent and find their voice. We want to help queer Indian directors find their audience, and with this partnership, we are glad to welcome great films to be on GagaOOLala.”

Jay Lin, Founder, GagaOoLala

“Awards are not just about prize money or trophy, it’s an appreciation and respect given to the qualitative hard work of a writer and creator. I wanted to institute an award for best writing in memory of my late father Dr. Arvind Vaman Kulkarni, who was a well-known Poet and Writer in Marathi literature, and thought KASHISH is the best platform for this award. KASHISH has always believed in quality, and this best screenplay award is for quality. My best wishes to Team

Abhay Kulkarni, son of Shri. Arvind Waman Kulkarni