Parichaya
A podcast and webinar series introducing one member of the North American Kannada community at a time — their work, their journey, their Karnataka.
Live now · Our flagship
Texas Kannada Short Film Festival
ಟೆಕ್ಸಾಸ್ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಿರುಚಿತ್ರೋತ್ಸವ
A Kannada-language short film festival open to filmmakers of every age group across the United States and Canada. Two editions held so far, most recently TKSFF 2.0 with its Red Carpet 2025 awards night. TKSFF 3.0 is planned for 2028.
At a glance
- Kannada-language short films only.
- Open to all age groups.
- Filmmakers from anywhere in the US and Canada.
- Online screening, plus a red carpet awards night.
- Coordinated across four North American zones.
On the roadmap
What we're building next
These initiatives are named in Avinya's bylaws and are what we intend to launch as the community and our volunteer base grow. None of them is running yet — when one launches, it will move up to the section above.
Cultural Showcases
Online exhibitions of Karnataka's dance, music, crafts and story, produced with community performers.
Language & Literature
Kannada storytelling, reading and language-learning sessions for children and adults.
Digital Dialogues
Sessions where thought leaders, artists and neighbours trade ideas across the continent.
Talent Shows & Competitions
Arts, sports, literature and technology — a stage for every skill, at every age.
Community Outreach & Networking
Connecting Kannada associations, students and new arrivals to people who can help.
Social Initiatives
Volunteer-led efforts that give back to the communities we live in.
Leadership Development
Grooming the next generation of leaders within the Kannada community.
Want to help one of these start?
Most of these need one committed volunteer to get off the ground. It could be you.