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The Vartalaap Speak-Off
One topic. Two minutes. Your voice. Record a video answer in English or Hindi and compete for prizes, featured spots and free coaching.
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This month's topic
Answer in English or Hindi. 90–120 seconds. One take, no edits needed.
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What you can win
Prizes are funded by supporters and sponsors. Every month's final prize pool is announced on this page before judging.
🥇 Winner
Cash prize
- Largest share of the month's prize pool
- 4 free 1:1 coaching sessions
- Featured on the homepage
🥈 Runner-up
Cash prize
- Second share of the prize pool
- 2 free coaching sessions
- Featured in the newsletter
🌟 Rising voice
Coaching
- For the best beginner (A2–B1) entry
- 2 free coaching sessions
- Certificate of achievement
How it's judged
| Criterion | Weight | What we look for |
|---|---|---|
| Clarity | 30% | Easy to understand at normal speed; clear pronunciation. |
| Structure | 25% | Clear opening, 2–3 points, a closing line. |
| Fluency | 20% | Natural pace, few fillers, recovers smoothly. |
| Content | 15% | Original ideas, a real example or story. |
| Confidence | 10% | Eye contact, posture, energy. |
Rules in short
- Free to enter. One entry per person per month.
- Upload your video as public or unlisted on YouTube, Instagram, Google Drive or similar, and share the link.
- Your own original answer — no scripts read from screen, no AI-generated voice.
- Entrants under 18 need a parent or guardian's consent.
- Judging by a panel of coaches; decisions are final. Winners are contacted within 10 days of the close.
- Full terms in our Terms of Use.
Submit your entry
Grow the prize pool
Every supporter contribution and sponsorship increases what winners take home. Brands can sponsor a month and name the prize.