GAFX Bengaluru 2026 – Animation, VFX, Gaming & Immersive Tech Summit

About

Bengaluru GAFX

Bengaluru GAFX is Karnataka’s annual event for the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and immersive technology ecosystem, supported by the Government of Karnataka. Scheduled to take place from 27th February to 01st March 2026, GAFX brings together artists, studios, professionals, students, and global leaders on one powerful platform to shape the future of creative industries.

Over the years, GAFX has hosted insightful panel discussions, studio pitch sessions, sketchbook showcases by leading artists, and high-energy live competitions, creating meaningful opportunities for learning, collaboration, and talent discovery. Recognized as a premier platform for India’s AVGC community, the event continues to grow in scale, reach, and impact.

GAFX 2026 offers strong opportunities for branding, networking, and talent acquisition, while live competitions provide a stage for professionals, students, and emerging creators to showcase their work to industry leaders and studios.

The event also spotlights Karnataka’s AVGC Center of Excellence and supports the vision of AVGC Policy 3.0, reinforcing Bengaluru’s position as a global hub for creative innovation.

GAFX 2026 — Top Sessions

TOPSessions

Unmissable sessions featuring Hollywood VFX studios, Oscar-winning filmmakers, Netflix productions, and India's most innovative creative minds.

Animation VFX Gaming IP

VFX Masterclass

Celebrating the success of Kantara

An exclusive deep-dive into the visual effects, production design, and creative decisions that made Kantara a landmark in Indian cinema. Featuring the core VFX team behind the film's most iconic sequences.

Featured Speaker

VFX

VFX Team — Kantara

Indian Cinema · Visual Effects

Indian Cinema · VFX

Fireside Chat

The Multi Modality of Storytelling

A candid fireside conversation with Pratilipi's Founder & CEO on how India's largest storytelling platform is evolving narrative content across 12 Indian languages — and what this means for animation, gaming, and IP creation.

Speakers

Ranjeet Pratap Singh

Founder & CEO, Pratilipi

Alok Sharma

CCO · Creator, Showrunner & Director (Moderator)

Pratilipi · 12 Languages

Animation

Netflix Animated Hit — Kurukshetra Session

The creative team behind Netflix's animated Kurukshetra shares the full production journey — from concept art and storyboarding to final delivery for a global streaming audience of millions.

Featured Studio

Netflix India Production Team

Animation · Global Streaming

Netflix India · Animation

Oscar Shortlisted

Building Worlds from a Box: The Art and Animation of Cardboard

Join the DNEG Animation team behind Cardboard — created with Locksmith Animation and Ritzy Animation — as they explore translating a distinctive illustrated watercolour style into expressive 3D animation. Shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short, nominated at BAFTA and Annie Awards.

Speakers

Anand Baid

Head of Animation, DNEG

Narendra Garware

Head of CG, DNEG

Jouelle Baracho

DFX Supervisor, DNEG

DNEG · Academy Award

IP Launch

Comics, Animation & Game IP Launches

India's most anticipated intellectual property unveilings across comics, animation, and gaming. Studio pitches, live demos, and landmark announcements from the country's top creative houses and emerging studios.

Multi-Studio Showcase

India's Top Creative Studios

Comics · Animation · Gaming

Multi-Studio · India

Hollywood VFX

Framestore — Deadpool and Wolverine

Framestore presents an in-depth breakdown of their work on Deadpool and Wolverine — covering creature FX, environment builds, and the full Marvel production pipeline from brief to final pixel.

Featured Studio

Framestore VFX Team

Framestore · Marvel Studios

Oscar Nominated

ILM — Making of the Oscar Nominated The Lost Bus

This session takes audiences inside the creative and technical journey behind delivering high-end VFX for the Oscar Nominated film. Explore how ILM's India team collaborated across global pipelines, executed complex simulations, and maintained world-class quality standards.

Speaker

Arnab Sanyal

Associate VFX Supervisor, Industrial Light & Magic

Industrial Light & Magic

VFX Showcase

Frames of Freedom — VFX Making of 'Saare Jahan Se Accha'

Going beyond breakdown reels to uncover the storytelling philosophy behind the visuals. Examining how design, research, and technology came together to recreate scale, emotion, and historical authenticity — from conceptual blueprints to final pixels.

Speakers

Chandrasekhar Thanvi

Head of Studio, Mumbai — Phantom FX

Jayesh Kishandas Vaishnav

VFX Supervisor — Phantom FX

Phantom FX · India

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About

B2B FORUM '26

Bengaluru GAFX B2B Forum 2026: Evolution Reloaded

Now in its 6th edition, the Bengaluru GAFX B2B Forum is the definitive “mini-marketplace” where India’s creative IP meets global commerce. Under the theme “Evolution Reloaded,” we provide a high-velocity business interface for IP owners, developers, and studios to connect directly with leading international broadcasters, distributors, and investors.

Backed by the Government of Karnataka, the Forum is meticulously designed to accelerate local IP creation. Over two intensive days, participants engage in structured 15-minute pitch sessions across animation, gaming, AR/VR, and comics. This time-bound format ensures high-impact, outcome-driven discussions that turn locally cultivated concepts into global opportunities.

Beyond the deals, the Forum features expert-led masterclasses and roundtables, equipping professionals with the strategic insights needed to navigate the evolving global market. Join us from February 27 to March 1, 2026, to catalyze collaboration and scale your innovation on a global stage.

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GAFX Creative Art Challenges 2026

The GAFX Creative Art Challenges 2026 invite students and professional artists to showcase their creativity and skills on a national platform. Participants can submit original works across multiple formats, competing in a dynamic and inspiring environment. With the opportunity to win exciting prizes, gain industry recognition, and connect with a wider creative community, the challenge offers artists a chance to present their talent and be part of Bengaluru GAFX 2026, one of India’s most prestigious AVGC events.

Be a Volunteer at GAFX 2025

Join the team behind India’s premier creative art event! Volunteering at GAFX 2025 is your chance to gain valuable experience, connect with industry leaders, and be part of an inspiring community of artists and innovators. Sign up now and make a difference!