The MacGuffin National Short Film Festival 2026, organized by the MacGuffin Film Club at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, is a prestigious platform aimed at promoting creative storytelling and emerging cinematic talent from across India. The festival invites students, independent filmmakers, and enthusiasts to showcase their work through short films across diverse genres and languages, with a maximum duration of 20 minutes and mandatory English subtitles. Participants are required to register through an official Google Form and submit their films via a publicly accessible Google Drive link. The selection process is conducted in two stages: an initial technical screening to ensure compliance with guidelines, followed by a jury evaluation based on storytelling, direction, cinematography, editing, sound design, and overall impact. Shortlisted films will be screened at the festival before a live audience, providing filmmakers with valuable exposure and feedback from industry professionals. The event also includes several award categories such as Best Film, Best Direction, and Best Cinematography, along with cash prizes, encouraging innovation and excellence in filmmaking.