Questions, Answered
Common questions about our production house, our short film contest and how to work with us.
What is Sree Padmanabha Cine Universe?
Sree Padmanabha Cine Universe is a film production house based in Hyderabad, Telangana. We develop and produce feature films, short films and original content, with a focus on honest, purposeful storytelling for Indian and international audiences.
Where is Sree Padmanabha Cine Universe located?
We are based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, and work on productions across the region and wider India.
How do I submit a short film to the contest?
Visit our Short Film Contest page, fill in the form with your name, contact details, film title and language, then send it through to our team on WhatsApp. Films can be up to fifteen minutes long, in any genre, and the contest is open to filmmakers of every background and experience level.
Is there an entry fee for the short film contest?
No. The contest is open entry — we created it so that filmmakers without industry contacts still have a way to be seen.
Which languages do you accept for short film submissions?
We accept submissions in all 22 scheduled Indian languages as well as English. The language dropdown on the submission form lists every option, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali, Marathi and more.
How can I pitch a script or film project to you?
Email us at Pinaakinwritings@gmail.com or spcuoriginal@gmail.com. On first contact, a short note works better than a full script — include the logline, the language, what stage the project is at, and any previous work you have made.
What services does your production house offer?
We cover feature film production, story and screenplay development, production management, post-production, casting and talent, and short-form original content. Full details are on our Services page.
Do you work with first-time writers and directors?
Yes. We actively look for new voices, and our short film contest exists specifically to find talent that has not yet had a break. Prior credits are not required.
How can I keep up with your latest projects?
Our News page carries announcements and behind-the-scenes stories, and we post updates first on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and X. You can also subscribe to updates from our homepage.
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