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YDA 2025 Entries Opening Soon

As we step into 2025, we’re thrilled to continue our mission of discovering and celebrating the brightest emerging talents in filmmaking.

We’re gearing up for another incredible season, so keep an eye out as we’ll soon reveal this year’s Jury Chair, announce key dates, and open entries for the next generation of filmmaking visionaries.

Here’s to a year of bold stories and daring talent!

Watch this space..

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