
ELIGIBILITY AND SUBMISSION GUIDELINEs
ELIGIBILITY CATEGORIES
Actor in Film
Actor in Television
Breakout in Film
Breakout in Television
Director
Writer
Vanguard
Digital Influencer
Culinary Excellence
Changemaker
ELIGIBILITY PERIOD
Projects must have had their first broadcast or screening between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025.
Eligibility – Film
Film submissions must meet at least one of the following criteria within the eligibility period:
- Received a theatrical release (limited or wide)
- Premiered at a recognized film festival (domestic or international)
- Made publicly available on a streaming service, broadcast network, or digital platform
Eligibility – Television
Television submissions must have had their initial broadcast or streaming release within the eligibility window.
Eligibility – API
Nominees must identify as Asian or Pacific Islander (API). International Asian talent and productions are eligible.

Who May Submit
Submissions may be made by:
Nominees Themselves
Studios or Networks
Production Companies
Producers, Directors, Writers, and Actors
Talent Managers and Agents
Publicists
Submission Materials
All submissions must include:
Project Title
Nominee’s Name(s)
Selected Award Category
Logline or Description (maximum 150 words)
Release Date and Exhibition Details
Screener Link (if applicable)
Representative Contact Information
Headshot(s) and Key Art
Short Bio for Each Nominee
By submitting an entry, the applicant grants permission for the Unforgettable Awards to use approved materials for promotional, editorial, and award-related purposes.
Submission Deadline
All submissions must be received by January 10, 2026

SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY
Please email all submissions and materials to
