Ann Awards 2026

28 August, 2026

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Celebrating Animation Excellence – |

The ANN Awards 2026 returns with an even bigger vision, bringing together the finest animation talent from across Asia. As one of the region’s leading platforms for recognizing excellence in animation, the awards celebrate outstanding storytelling, innovation, creativity, and technical achievement.

From studios and production houses to independent creators, students, and emerging artists, the ANN Awards provides a prestigious stage to showcase work that is shaping the future of animation and visual storytelling.

As the animation industry continues to evolve and expand across borders, the ANN Awards remains committed to honoring the creators and trailblazers pushing the boundaries of imagination and craft.

Join us in celebrating the best of Asian animation and be part of a community driving the next generation of creative excellence.

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Why you should be part of
Ann Awards

Showcase Your Work on a National & International Stage

The ANN Awards provide a premier platform to present your best work to a curated audience of industry leaders, broadcasters, OTT platforms, and global studios.

Celebrate Excellence Across the Animation Spectrum

Whether you’re a studio, creator, student, or brand—ANN Awards honour outstanding contributions across animation and more.

Unlock New Opportunities

Winners and finalists gain access to networking opportunities at the Animation & More Summit, interactions with buyers and broadcasters. It’s more than an award—it’s a gateway to growth.

Main Categories for ANN 2026

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Arnab Chaudhuri Awards

Ram Mohan Awards

27 Digicon6 Asia

National

Celebrate the finest achievements in India's animation, digital, and content creation industries.

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International

Recognizing outstanding global animation content that resonates across cultures.

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Arnab Chaudhuri Awards

Celebrates visionary direction, storytelling, or design in animation that reflects artistic brilliance and creative innovation—awarded in honor of Arnab Chaudhuri’s legacy.

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Ram Mohan Award (By Nomination Only)

A lifetime achievement honor recognizing an individual for their unparalleled contribution to Indian animation. Nominated by the ANN Awards Advisory & Jury Members.

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27 Digicon6 Asia

The 27th DigiCon6 ASIA Awards 2025, organized by TBS Holdings, Inc. AnimationXpress as the official Indian representative, we are honored to bring India’s creative excellence to this esteemed platform.

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Rules and Regulation

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Eligibility

Public Release: Projects must have been publicly available between August 1, 2025, and August 1, 2026.

Languages: Content should be in English or if it is in any other language the subtitles are mandatory

Submission Language: All forms and data must be in English

Original Work: Submit original work created by or for you

Multiple Entries: You can submit the same work in multiple categories

Complete Submission: Ensure all forms are fully filled with necessary data and authorization

Payment: Full payment must be made before the submission deadline.

Compliance:Entries violating rules or involving plagiarism will be disqualified.

Submission Process

Registration:Register online; after verification, you'll get login credentials.

Login: Access your account and select desired categories.

Entry Details: For each entry, fill out the form and attach supporting documents.

Media Links: Provide embed links (e.g., YouTube or Google Drive) for your content.

Attachment: Banner of project in 16:9 (Landscape) format, High resolution.

Invoice & Payment: View your auto-generated Proforma Invoice and proceed with payment.

Final Submission: Once payment is confirmed, your submission is finalized.

Additional Notes

Case Studies: Optional but recommended; include profiles, creative descriptions, strategies, results, and visuals.

Finality: No changes allowed after submission and acceptance.

Usage Rights: By submitting, you grant AnimationXpress India Pvt. Ltd. the right to use your materials for award-related activities.