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Vivo Announces Third Edition of Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards

Vivo has announced the third edition of the Vivo Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards, open to photographers and enthusiasts across India. The awards aim to position the platform as a hub for storytelling and authentic self-expression.

They encourage participants to submit work that reflects originality, perspective, and intent. This year’s extended format gives creators the freedom to experiment and refine their vision.

The jury will be led by acclaimed filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, joined by renowned photographers Vineet Vohra, Rakesh Pulapa, and Aamir Wani. Entries will be accepted in six categories: Nature & Landscape, Night & Light, Architecture, Motion, Portrait, and Street & Culture.

Submissions are open on www.vivoimagine.com from August 22 to November 30, 2025. The jury will shortlist six finalists—one per category—who will be invited to the Grand Finale in December. The grand jury winner will receive ₹5,00,000, while each category winner will be awarded a Vivo X200 Pro smartphone.

Reflecting on the initiative, Geetaj Channana, Head of Corporate Strategy, Vivo India, said the Imagine Awards reaffirm our belief that photography belongs to everyone – it’s about perspective, not gear.”

In 2024, the awards drew 17,000+ entries nationwide, with Kukkala Suresh winning the grand prize. This year, vivo continues its mission to empower creators and celebrate the joy of imagination.

Vivo India Launches Second Edition of Vivo Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards

Vivo India has recently announced the second edition of the vivo Imagine Smartphone Photography Awards in celebration of World Photography Day. This initiative is aimed at encouraging photographers to explore their creativity and showcase their unique perspectives using smartphone cameras. Esteemed filmmaker Zoya Akhtar will lead the jury, which also includes renowned photographers Vineet Vohra, Rakesh Pulapa, and Aamir Wani.

The awards feature six distinct categories: Nature & Wildlife, Architecture, Portraits, Night & Light, Motion, and Street Photography. Photographers can submit their entries on the official website from August 19 to September 8. Out of all submissions, 30 finalists will be selected by the jury. These finalists will then participate in a final challenge, with their submissions further evaluated.

Winners will be celebrated at a grand finale event in Mumbai. The grand prize includes a cash reward of INR 5 lakhs, while the winners of each category will receive a vivo X100 Pro smartphone. Finalists will also have the opportunity to attend exclusive photography masterclasses led by the jury members to refine their skills.

Geetaj Channana, Head of Corporate Strategy at vivo India, highlighted the theme “Joy of Imagination,” emphasizing the brand’s commitment to merging technology with artistic expression. Zoya Akhtar expressed her excitement about discovering new talent through this initiative, which celebrates the power of visual storytelling.