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Marathi Thriller 'Gondhal' Selected as India's Official Entry for Oscars 2027

Director Santosh Davakhar's Marathi thriller Gondhal has been chosen as India's official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards.

Nilakshi Barman | | 2 min read

Marathi Thriller 'Gondhal' Selected as India's Official Entry for Oscars 2027
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In Brief:

  1. Official Selection: Gondhal, directed by Santosh Davakhar, will represent India at the 2027 Oscars.
  2. Category: Selected for the Best International Feature Film category.
  3. Previous Recognition: The Marathi film previously won the Silver Peacock Award at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
  4. Ceremony Date: The 99th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled for March 14, 2027, in Los Angeles.

Marathi thriller Gondhal, directed by Santosh Davakhar, has been officially chosen as India's entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2027 Oscars. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the film, which has already gained critical acclaim on the festival circuit, including a Silver Peacock Award win at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

The film follows the path of Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, which served as India's submission the previous year but missed out on a final Oscar nomination. Gondhal will aim to advance further in the selection process ahead of the 99th Academy Awards, set to take place in Los Angeles on March 14, 2027.

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