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Welcome to Miraki 2023

ICAT Design & Media College is managed by Image Infotainment Limited — An ISO 9001 - 2015 Certified Knowledge Powerhouse that has been fueling the growth of Design & Media in India.

A knowledge Powerhouse that has been instrumental in the growth of the Creative Media in India. At ICAT, the prime objective is to provide excellent and comprehensive education in "Art & Design".

ICAT Design & Media College is hosting its inter-collegiate cultural fest MIRAKI 2023 on 20th October 2023. The festival comprises of various events like dance, music and other cultural activities.

MIRAKI '2023 is a talent revealing opportunity for the students who want to pursue their future in these creative fields.

Events Schedule

  • Light Music - Tune Twister Showdown (₹500)

    Participants: 5 to 7 Participants per team.

    Duration: 10 minutes (8 minutes for performance + 2 Minutes for Set-Up).

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Any sort of pre – recorded materials are not permitted.
    • A standard 5-piece drum kit will be provided, other instruments should be brought by the participants.
    • Usage of any one instrument aside the 5-piece drum kit is a must.
    • Songs should be performed in any Indian regional language or English.
    • Original Songs will be an added plus. (Should be mentioned).
    • Over usage of duration will attract negative marks.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Manoj Kumar - 97890 95439, Ms. Iswarya Jenifer - 97907 31788, Mr. Divakar - 80729 34342.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹5000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹2500 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 10:00 am

  • Rock Band - Metal Mayhem (₹500)

    Participants: 5 to 7 Participants per team.

    Duration: 7 Minutes (5 minutes for performance + 2 Minutes for Set-Up).

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Songs should not be vulgar or offensive.
    • Any sort of pre – recorded material is not permitted.
    • A standard 5-piece drum kit will be provided, other instruments should be brought by the participants.
    • Usage of any one instrument is a must.
    • Songs performed should be in the genre of ROCK & METAL, any song can be changed to a rock version and performed.
    • Language of the songs shall be in any Indian regional language or English.
    • Original Songs will be an added plus. (Should be mentioned).
    • Over usage of duration will attract negative marks.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Deepak - 99472 64112, Mr. Febin - 98439 09422.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹5000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹2500 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 12:30 pm

  • Fusion Group Dance - Twisted Tempo Tangle (₹500)

    Duration: 8 Minutes (6 minutes performance + 2 mins for set up, if necessary)

    Theme: Fusion.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • A team can consist of 5 to 20 participants.
    • Participants are requested to give their labeled pen drive with the required MP3 format at the event coordinator desk, prior to the commencement of the event.
    • It is the responsibility of the team to ensure the music is edited as per the requirement.
    • The performance should strictly abide by the theme.
    • Vulgarity of any sort will lead to immediate disqualification.
    • Performance exceeding the duration will lead to deduction of marks.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Dinesh Kumar N - 98841 67704, Mr. Salman - 96559 20906.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹5000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹2500 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 02:30 pm

  • Fashion Show - Dress Code Dilemma (₹500)

    Theme: Fuzion.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Group of 8 - 12 members can participate.
    • The costumes should strictly abide by the theme.
    • Track should be submitted in advance in MP3 format and it shouldn't exceed 8 minutes.
    • Vulgarity is strictly prohibited. Any form of obscenity will lead to disqualification.
    • Teams will be judged on costumes, walking stance and attitude.
    • Following the true spirit of Cosplay, DIY costumes are encouraged. Rented costumes will not be allowed.
    • Props that litter or flammable should not be used.
    • Maximum 1 team per college is encouraged (based on first come first serve basis).
    • Performance exceeding the duration or non-conformance to the aforementioned theme will lead to negative marking.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Rajesh Kumar - 90871 46544, Ms. Pramila - 97890 41879, Ms. Joys - 73584 63283, Ms. Devishree - 93633 77690.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹5000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy

    Reporting Time : 05:00 pm

  • Palettes & Plates - Plate Art (₹150)

    Time Limit: 1 hour 30 minutes.

    Theme: Surrealism / Salvador Dali.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Participant is expected to paint on the given plate.
    • The designs should be original and abide by the theme.
    • Only solo participant is encouraged.
    • A plate will be provided and required art materials (any medium) should be brought by the participant.
    • No base sketches or artwork should be brought prior to the event.
    • Vulgarity of any sort will lead to immediate disqualification of the participant.
    • Judge’s decisions will be final.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Praveen Jacob - 98840 71973, Ms. Bala Raveena - 72919 57464.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1000 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 10:00 am

  • Doodles - Lines 2 Fun (₹150)

    Time Limit: 1 hour and 30 minutes.

    Theme: Maze of Emotions.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Art board will be provided and art materials (any medium) should be brought by the participants.
    • Only solo participant is encouraged.
    • Art work should abide by the theme.
    • All artwork should be original and done on the spot.
    • Any form of vulgarity will result immediate disqualification.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.

    Event Incharge: Ms. Jaya Chowdhary - 72719 67939, Mr. Faraaz.S.Ahamed - 90482 83773.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1000 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 12:00 pm

  • Ad Zap - Vilambara idaivelai (₹150)

    Duration: 7 Minutes (5 mins for performance + 2 minutes for preparation).

    Rules & Regulations:

    • A team can consist of 4 - 6 members.
    • Question time - 3 minutes.
    • Topics will be given on the spot.
    • Properties like charts and sketches must be brought if needed.
    • Any form of vulgarity will not be accepted.
    • Judges' decision will be final.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Harigaran - 70102 60788, Mr. Sushwin - 90805 75736.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1500 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 10:00 am

  • Dance Battle - Thandavam (₹200)

    Judgement Criteria: Presence of mind, musicality and movements.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • The battle consists of 2 rounds.
    • In each round, the participant enters the battle field to perform for an on spot music for specific duration and then the opponent defends his/her performacne for the same music and duration, winner of the first round will be qualified for the next round.
    • No physical aggression or Un parliamentary words will be allowed.
    • The decision of the judge’s will be final.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Dinesh Kumar N - 98841 67704, Mr. Salman - 96559 20906.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2500 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1500 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 02:30 pm

  • Shipwreck - Fight to Live (₹150)

    Duration: 5 minutes (1 min for preperation, 3 minutes for performance and 1 min for rebuttal).

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Solo participant.
    • Characters may be historical personalities, cinema personalities, industrialists, philanthropists, social activists, political leaders & achievers from different fields.
    • Use of abusive, vulgar words will lead to disqualification.
    • Participants must argue with true incidents and evidences.
    • Names of personalities will be given on spot to the participants by the judges.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Hemanth - 88487 90219, Mr. Arjun - 70107 79850.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1000 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 12:00 Pm

  • War of RJ's - Talk' O' Mania (₹150)

    Duration: 4 minutes (1 min for preperation, 2 minutes for performance and 1 min for rebuttal).

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Solo participant.
    • English or Tamil, or even a mix of (English & Tamil) languages can be used.
    • Participants have to talk about the given topic.
    • Use of any other foreign language is not permitted.
    • Use of any profanities and offensive language will lead to immediate disqualification.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.
    • Topics will be given on the spot.

    Event Incharge: Ms. Sangeeta Samanta - 62649 65559, Ms. Saru - 73959 18023.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1000 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 01:30 pm

  • Photography Contest - Click (₹150)

    Duration: 5 hours.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Solo participant.
    • The participant should bring his/her own digital camera.
    • The participant should capture 5 photographs for on spot theme.
    • No mixing, matching or morphing of photographs are entertained.
    • Software such as Photoshop, lightroom etc., for enhancing images are not permitted.
    • Images are evaluated on the basis of (a) Impact, (b) Composition, (c) Technical Quality, and (d) Suitability for the specific theme.
    • The additional instructions will be announced on the spot.
    • Vulgarity in any form will not be entertained.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.
    • Submission method will be announced on the spot.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Kirbaa Karan - 99629 83882, Mr. Sabarish - 95511 95377.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1000 + Exciting Voucher

    Reporting Time : 10:00 am

  • 50 hr Short Film Contest - 50 hours to go (₹500)

    Date of event : 13th October ’23.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Participants need to submit their film by the upload link provided to the team leader. The link to upload the files will be sent as soon as the challenge begins.
    • The finished film must be a minimum of 4 minutes in duration, and maximum of 6 minutes- not including end credits.
    • The themes will be announced by 13th October ’23, 08:00 pm (Friday).
    • Submissions of the film should be done before 15th October ‘23, 10:00 pm (Sunday).
    • Films can be in any language of your comfort. All films must have English subtitles.
    • Participants can use any camera (from mobile camera to professional camera).
    • Teams cannot use stock footage. Photographs can be used in a film,only if they have permission.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.
    • Entrants should upload their film in the shared link in .mov or .mp4 format with 1920 X 1080 px, and maximum of 2GB in size.
    • The folder name should be the same as the name of the short film.
    • The folder should consists of the short film in the aforementioned format and a seperate PDF file containing the details of the Film Title, Synopsis, Director Name, College Name, Department and Year of Study should be included in the folder.
    • 3 Snapshots and 3 Working stills of the short film should be present in the Shared folder.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Barath - 96001 06954, Mr. Sushwin - 90805 75736.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹5000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹3000 + Exciting Voucher
  • Animated Short Film - Bommai Padam (₹500)

    Submission Date : 17th October ’23.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Participants should submit their animation film by using the link provided.
    • Entrants should upload their film in the shared link in .mov or .mp4 format with 1920 X 1080 px, and maximum of 2GB in size.
    • The film must be minimum of 3 minutes duration, and maximum of 6 minutes - excluding end credits.
    • Film can be in any language and must have english subtitles.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.
    • Submitted films can be in 2D, 3D or stop-motion forms.
    • Theme and other rules will be updated after registration.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Harish - 90036 61172, Mr. Prince Abraham - 96779 66119.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹3000 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹2000 + Exciting Voucher
  • Character design - Character Chaos Carnival (₹150)

    Submission Date : 17th October ’23.

    Theme: Mystery

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Your characters should evoke a sense of intrigue, suspense, and the unknown. They could be detectives, spies, cryptic figures, or any character that embodies the essence of mystery.
    • Contest is open only to individuals and not groups.
    • Only one Character submission is allowed by each participant.
    • The competition will have a specific theme and the submissions must adhere to it.
    • All character designs must be original creations of the participants.
    • Participants must submit their character designs electronically through the designated competition platform.
    • Submissions must include a high-resolution image of the character (in JPEG or PNG format) and a short description explaining the character's background, personality, and any relevant details should be furnished.
    • Participants must not infringe on any copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights in their submissions.
    • Plagiarism is strictly prohibited, and any entry found to be plagiarized will be disqualified without prior intimation.
    • The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant found to be in violation of these rules and regulations.
    • Character designs will be evaluated based on creativity, originality, adherence to the theme, artistic skill, & overall concept.
    • By participating in the competition, participants grant the organizers the right to display their character designs on the competition website or related promotional material.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Venkat - 95516 07398, Mr. Giri Hara Prabhu M - 74485 45083.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2500 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1500 + Exciting Voucher
  • Poster Designing - Chaos Collage Clash (₹150)

    Submission Date : 17th October ’23.

    Theme: Create a spin-off movie/series/book poster of your favorite side character. Give a title and a tagline.

    Rules & Regulations:

    • Solo participant.
    • Only one poster submission is allowed by each participant.
    • The posters should be submitted in the form of JPEG, PNG in A4 size (300 ppi) not exceeding 20mb.
    • The designed poster should be original and plagirism in any form is strictly prohibited.
    • The topic of the poster should be clearly mentioned and should adhere to the theme given.
    • Poster should not contain any personal details like Name, College etc.
    • Judge’s decision will be final.

    Event Incharge: Mr. Dinesh Kumar N - 98841 67704, Ms. Tisha - 63741 39052.

    Prize Details:

    • 1st Prize - ₹2500 + Exciting Voucher + Trophy
    • 2nd Prize - ₹1500 + Exciting Voucher

Mr. Miraki - ₹2000, Ms. Miraki - ₹2000, Best Costume Male - ₹1500, Best Costume Female - ₹1500

Contact Us

  • Afraah Fathima

    (Student's President)

    90429 42216

  • Sethuraman

    (Cultural Secretary)

    94455 40384

  • Jeya Daswin

    (Vice President)

    73391 78313

  • Ansari

    (Sports Secretary)

    94434 28739

Event Location

  • A S I Convention Center Auditorium

    Swami Sivananda Salai, Navalar Nagar, Chepauk, Triplicane, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600005

  • RSVP: +91 98840 08234

    Manoj: +91 97890 95439