Win ₹10,000 & Pitch Your Story to Leading OTT Platforms! Register Now

Theme based Writing Contest

The Great Indian OTT
Writing Challenge

Write a logline, 750-1500 word story synopsis,
& character sketches that speak for themselves.

The Great Indian OTT Writing Challenge is designed for authors and screenwriters like you who’re ready to take the next step in their creative journey.

 

Choose one of four powerful themes and craft a bold, original story that showcases your unique storytelling voice.

We bring to you a chance to get noticed by top OTT platforms and industry professionals.

The Themes

(Think Panchayat, Gullak, or Dupahiya)

1. Slice of Life

(Think Panchayat, Gullak, or Dupahiya)

1. Slice of Life

(Inspired by House, CID)

2. Procedural Drama

(Inspired by House, CID)

2. Procedural Drama

(Think Delhi Crime, Scam 1992)

3. Based on True Events

(Think Delhi Crime, Scam 1992)

3. Based on True Events

(Inspired by Gangs of Wasseypur, Peaky Blinders)

4. Land Mafia & Underworld

(Inspired by Gangs of Wasseypur, Peaky Blinders)

4. Land Mafia & Underworld

Submit a compelling logline, a sharp 750-1500 word story synopsis, and well-defined character sketches

Read more about contest guidelines here

Rewards

Winner

Best Story Award

Receives ₹10,000 cash prize

Story pitched to leading OTT platforms for potential development*

Runner-up

Rising Voice Award

Story pitched to leading OTT platforms for potential development*

*Stories must meet required format and quality standards. Selected participants will receive up to 3 review sessions to help refine their submission for eligibility.

All participants will get

6-month VED Subscription

An advanced writing tool

Get priority access to Mugafi writing rooms and editorial teams

Certificate of Participation to showcase your achievement

What Our Previous Winners Have to Say

How to Submit

1

After completing registration, you will receive a link to log in to VED

2

On the VED dashboard, select ‘Script’ as your project type

3

Add your Logline, a 750 - 1500 word story synopsis and Character Sketches in the respective sections

4

Select Share and select ‘Great Indian OTT Contest’ from the list

5

Select ‘Submit to Contest’ to submit your story

Stay tuned — results will be announced via Email and Social Media channels

Who is this
Challenge For?

This challenge is for writers who are serious
about their stories and where they can go next.

If you have a story you believe in and want to share it with the world

If you're looking for real opportunities in the writing and film industry

If you want to see your work developed for top OTT platforms

If you’re hoping to gain exposure, build connections, and take the next step in your writing career

Whether it’s your first story or your fiftieth — this is for you.

FAQs

Is there any fee to participate in the contest?

Can I write in Hindi?

Is using VED compulsory?

Can I choose more than one theme?

Is there a word limit for the submission?

What if my story doesn’t win?

How will Mugafi ensure the protection of writers' intellectual property rights throughout the process?

I have paid for my registration. What to do now?

Are pen names allowed?

Should I register my story with SWA (Screenwriters Association) before submitting it to the contest?

What if I would like to edit or exchange an entry that I have already submitted?

Is the fee refundable?

Can I submit multiple entries?

How to get queries resolved?