UFF 2026: “You May Kiss the Bride Goodbye” and “Adui” Lead Most Nominated Films as Full Nomination List is Released
The Uganda Film Festival (UFF) 2026 nominations have officially been unveiled, revealing a competitive lineup of productions dominating this year’s awards season. Two films, You May Kiss the Bride Goodbye and Adui, lead the pack with 14 nominations each, setting the tone for a tightly contested race across multiple categories.
UFF 2026 MOST NOMINATED FILMS (EXACT COUNT)
14 Nominations Each
You May Kiss the Bride Goodbye – 14 nominations
The film leads with recognition across major categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Director, acting categories, and technical fields such as cinematography, sound design, editing, production design, and make-up.
Adui – 13 nominations
Closely matching the leader, Adui earns nominations in top categories such as Best Feature Film, Viewer’s Choice, directing, acting, screenplay, and multiple technical categories, including costume design and indigenous language film.
10 Nominations Each
Waka Waka – 10 nominations
Strong across both creative and technical fields, including Best Feature Film, Viewer’s Choice, and Best Original Soundtrack.
Small Gods – 10 nominations
Recognized for performance and storytelling excellence, with nods in acting, screenplay, production design, and music.
Maama Wange – 10 nominations
A strong contender in both performance and production categories, including Best Feature Film, directing, and design elements.
8 Nominations
Longing to Belong – 8 nominations
The film secures nominations in major categories, including Best Feature Film, directing, screenplay, and technical achievements in sound and editing.
6 Nominations
The Unforgivable – 6 nominations
The film earns recognition in acting categories, screenplay, and technical areas such as sound, editing, and make-up.
A Highly Competitive Year for UFF
This year’s nominations reflect a diverse and evolving film industry, with strong representation across storytelling, technical excellence, and performance. The competition highlights both established filmmakers and rising voices in Uganda’s growing cinema landscape.
As anticipation builds toward the awards ceremony, industry stakeholders and audiences alike are watching closely to see which productions will convert nominations into wins at one of the country’s most prestigious film events, the Uganda Film Festival 2026.