Bengaluru GAFX
Bengaluru GAFX, an annual event in Karnataka, supported by the
Government of Karnataka, aims to enrich the local artistic
community. The event successfully conducted panel discussions,
pitches to top studios, and live competitions, showcased in
the GAFX 2022 Official Showreel. The Sketchbook sessions
featured leading artists, adding a unique touch to the event.
GAFX serves as a premier platform for India's Animation, VFX,
and Gaming communities, drawing professionals, artists, and
students. With a record 4500 attendees per day last year, GAFX
2025 anticipates surpassing this achievement.
You're invited to join GAFX 2025, offering opportunities for
branding, networking, and talent acquisition. The live
competitions provide a stage for your employees, students, and
newcomers to showcase their talents to industry
professionals.
GAFX 2025 is also a chance to highlight our AVGC Center of
Excellence, attracting global and local leaders to utilize
these pioneering facilities. This event is set to propel
initiatives outlined in the AVGC Policy 3.0. Join us for a
dynamic experience at GAFX 2025.
Art Challenge Forum 2025
The Art challenge invites students and professional artists to showcase their creativity and skills in the GAFX 25 dynamic competition. Participants can submit original works in various formats. With the chance to win exciting prizes and gain recognition, this challenge provides a platform for artists to display their talent, connect with a wider audience, and participate in a prestigious event, GAFX 25.
BENGALURU GAFX
Mr Rajan Navani
VC & MD - JetLine Group Founder & CEO - jetSynthesysMr Kris Gopalakrishnan
Chairman - Axilor Ventures Co-founder - Infosys & President - Infosys Science FoundationNitish Mittersain
CEO & Jt MD Nazara TechnologiesSai Srinivas Kiran Garimella
Co-Founder MPLManish Agarwal
Member Elders Council Kratos Gaming Network Board Member Angel Investor - IndiGGPhilippe Gluckman
Creative Director - Feature Animation DNEG IndiaMatt Everitt
Oscar Nominee (Animation Director) Animation Director - MPCMalte Sarnes
Ant Man & The Wasp: Quantumania VFX Supervisor - MPCAaron Weintraub
VES Award Winner Head - Creative Ops, Sr VFX Supervisor - MPCRusty Tracy
VP - Creative Ops Mikros AnimationSean P. Mullen
Head of Story & Character Animation (OZI: Voice of forest) Mikros animationFarnaz Esnaashari Charmatz
Creator - Shimmer And Shine Founder - The Pitch Docs (LA)Sanjee Gupta
President - Pure Imagination Studios (LA)Joshua Wexler
Chief Executive of Fun Pure Imagination StudiosSean (Hyunil) Sohn
CEO & Head of India Krafton Inc.Kai Bolik
CEO and Co - Founder GameDuellKen Anderson
Co-Founder - Wild Child Animation Limited Co-Founder - TG ENTERTAINMENT LIMITEDJateen Thakkar
The Making of LEO - Hyena VFX Supervisor- MPCSrinivas Mohan
National Award (VFX Supervision) - RRR, Bahubali, Endhiran, The Robot & moreRobert Sethi
Executive Creative DirectorDirector - The Mill
Paul H
VP, Global Head of Art Technicolor GamesSuresh Eriyat
nationaliawaro Winner Founder / Creative Dir. Studio EeksaurusPreeti Vyas
Publisher - Amar Chitra Katha, Tinkle Amar Chitra KathaPast Event Highlights
About Bengaluru GAFX B2B Forum 2025
The Bengaluru GAFX B2B forum has flourished into a dynamic
community, bolstered by the steadfast support of the Karnataka
Government, solidifying the city's stature as a hub where
creativity seamlessly intertwines with commerce. Bengaluru's
unwavering dedication to nurturing local intellectual property
(IP) and driving innovation and technology into the animation,
gaming, and VFX domains is the cornerstone of this event.
The Bengaluru GAFX B2B event stands as a unique platform,
meticulously crafted to connect IP owners, developers, content
creators, and production houses keen on producing innovative
content. This event serves as an exclusive interface, drawing
in selected international and national studios, producers,
broadcasters, distributors, and financiers. It's a "mini
marketplace" initiative aimed at bolstering local IP creation,
bridging locally cultivated concepts with the demands of
global and local buyers.
Global buyers assemble to listen to captivating pitches from
content creators during this engaging two-day event. From gaming
and animation to AR/VR and comics, each buyer-seller pairing
operates within a succinct fifteen-minute time frame,
transitioning dynamically to the next designated table.
Our vision is to bring together AVGC companies, studios, and
professionals to Karnataka, fostering a collaborative and
innovative environment on a global scale.
Sponsorship
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Bengaluru GAFX 2025 presents an unparalleled sponsorship opportunity where your brand aligns with the fusion of art and technology. Elevate your brand while contributing to industry growth—become a vital part of this revolutionary harmony at GAFX 2025.