26/02/2026
GRATITUDE AWARD – Honouring Our Cinematic Pillars
With deep respect and admiration, we presented the Gratitude Award to valued cinama artists who have shaped our film industry with dedication, sacrifice, and timeless artistry.
Your contribution is not just cinema… it is history.
We stand on the foundation you built.
Thank you for inspiring generations.
15/02/2026
MOST POPULAR CATEGORY WINNERS
KM Film Academy – 5th Batch Short Film Festival & Gratitude Awards 2026
Celebrating the voices loved and chosen by the audience, we proudly present the winners of the Most Popular Category.
Your work touched hearts and earned the admiration of viewers.
Most Popular Short Film – Lokoththara
by Chamini Chathurangi
Most Popular Actor – Praveen Shaminda
for Kiribathui Watalappanui
Most Popular Actress – Nithini Alora
for Kiribathui Watalappanui
Special Appreciation Certificate – Gayan Harshana
For his outstanding dedication and selfless contribution to post-production, through the complete editing of 06 short films presented at the Short Film Festival & Gratitude Awards 2026.
This recognition reflects the true love and support of the audience.
KM Film Academy proudly celebrates your achievement and wishes you continued success in cinema.
Congratulations to all winners!
KM Film Academy
15/02/2026
OFFICIAL WINNERS
KM Film Academy – 5th Batch Short Film Festival & Gratitude Awards 2026
With pride and honour, we present the official winners selected by our Honourable Jury Panel. Congratulations to all the talented filmmakers and artists whose passion and creativity made this festival truly outstanding.
Best Short Film – Silence Before The Decision
by Ushan Perera
Best Director – Kaushalaya Wijerathna
for Liminal Desire
Best Screenplay – Lasindu Rukshan
for 09.00 PM
Best Production – Lokoththara
by Chamini Chathurangi
Best Actor – Sameera Lakshan
for Liminal Desire
Best Actress – Nithini Alora
for Kiribathui Watalappanui
Best Cinematography – Ushan Perera
for Silence Before The Decision
Best Editor – Naveen Nethmina
for Montage Videos
Jury Special Award – Dumidu Asanka
for Kiribathui Watalappanui
(Outstanding Production, Concept, Screenplay, Cinematography & Direction)
Your dedication and cinematic vision continue to inspire the future of filmmaking.
KM Film Academy proudly celebrates your achievement and wishes you greater success ahead.
Congratulations to all winners and participants!
KM Film Academy
15/02/2026
KM FILM ACADEMY proudly extends its heartfelt appreciation to our Honourable Jury Board for their invaluable contribution to the 5th Batch Short Film Festival & Gratitude Awards 2026.
Despite their demanding schedules, these three distinguished artists dedicated their time, knowledge, and professional insight within a very short period, ensuring the festival maintained the highest artistic and technical standards.
Jury Head – Film Director Mr. Nalaka Withanage
Jury Member – Film Actress Harshika Rathnayaka
Jury Member – Cinematographer Majith S. Uyangoda
Together, this exceptional and well-balanced jury panel represented the complete spectrum of cinema, covering performance, direction, and visual storytelling. Their expert evaluation determined the winners in the following categories:
* Best Film
* Best Director
* Best Cinematography
* Best Screenplay
* Best Editor
* Best Production
* Best Actor
* Best Actress
* Special Jury Award
Your guidance, fairness, and artistic vision brought great value and credibility to this celebration of emerging filmmakers.
Thank you for being the strength behind our festival.
KM Film Academy
10/02/2026
Official Posters....
06 Short Films
13th Feb 2026.....
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Directed by Ushan Perera
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Directed by Lasindu Rukshan
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Directed by Naveen Nethmina
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Directed by Kaushalya Wijerathna
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Directed by Dumidu Asanka