MAAC hosted its 18th edition of 24FPS International Animation Awards- India’s most coveted mega event and one of the largest International Animation Awards virtually in 2021. Stalwarts from the Media & Entertainment Industry joined in digitally, to be part of the grand celebration of incredible talents from around the world with this event. Rahul Vaidya, a former Indian Idol runner-up and Big Boss 14 finalist was the star performer for the evening who rocked the virtual stage with his magical performance. The event was hosted by celebrity host Siddharth Kannan and Preeti Kathpal. The Awards were given across categories such as Best VFX Short Film, Best 3D Animated Short Film, Digital Film Making, Design Aesthetics, etc.

Award for Outstanding contribution in Animation Industry was given to Green Gold Animation Private Limited for ‘Mighty Little Bheem’. Movers and Shakers Award within the gaming segment was bagged by Nazara Technologies Limited and for VFX in Web Series, FutureWorks Media Limited was awarded for their outstanding contribution. Seasoned professionals and dignitaries from the media & entertainment industry also graced the occasion.

Delighted with the participation for the first time virtual format of MAAC 24FPS, and some truly outstanding works from the students, Dr. Anil Pant, MD & CEO, Aptech Ltd, said, “While nothing compares to the joy of hosting large format award nights bringing well -known names from the Media & Entertainment industry together under one roof to witness a one of a kind, creative showcase, the ongoing pandemic served as a deterrent. Keeping the safety aspect and abiding by the ongoing government regulations, we are ecstatic to have hosted our 18th edition of MAAC 24FPS event virtually this year. 24FPS, this year in its virtual avatar has far exceeded our expectations by being bigger, better and certainly a crowning achievement giving an over the top experience to the students & industry alike”.