Chitragandha

Independent cinema has always been the birthplace of fresh ideas, bold storytelling, and creative experimentation. The Thane Art Guild Short Film Festival 2026 (TAGSFF) is back with another exciting edition, inviting filmmakers from across India to showcase their talent and compete on a national stage. Presented by Chitragandh, the festival celebrates compelling stories, innovative filmmaking, and artistic excellence while providing recognition to both established and emergin

Chitragandh proudly hosted its inaugural quarterly screening, featuring a curated selection of five short films and one documentary. The documentary, पप्पा सांगा कोणाचे, was directed by Dr. Santosh Pathare and received special appreciation from the audience. Among the five short films showcased, two were directed and produced by members of the Tag community — शेवटची गणेश मूर्ती by Santosh Verulkar and वीण by Shnbhavi Borkar — highlighting the creative talent within the group