In a huge moment of pride for Indian cinema, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has warmly celebrated the selection of the Marathi feature film Gondhal as the country official entry for the prestigious Oscars 2027. Directed and written by Santosh Davakhar, the film was chosen by a 14-member selection committee appointed by the Film Federation of India, beating out a competitive pool of 33 submissions from across the nation. Taking to social media platforms, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis praised the entire creative team behind the project and highlighted how deeply connected the story is to the regional roots, folk traditions, and vibrant cultural heritage of Maharashtra. Expressing his enthusiasm, he mentioned that it is an extraordinary achievement and wished the film tremendous success on the international stage as it represents Indian storytelling at the upcoming 99th Academy Awards.
The selection of Gondhal marks an impressive cinematic milestone, making it the fourth Marathi-language film in history to represent India in the Best International Feature Film category at the Academy Awards, following previous iconic entries such as Shwaas, Harishchandrachi Factory, and Court. Set in rural Maharashtra, the compelling thriller unfolds over the course of a single, tense night against the backdrop of a traditional, night-long folk music and dance ritual. The plot weaves a suspenseful tale of love, desire, deceit, and family conflict starring talented actors including Kishor Kadam, Ishita Deshmukh, Yogesh Sohoni, Nishad Bhoir, and Anuj Prabhu. Prior to its Oscar selection, the film had already gained critical praise on the festival circuit, earning director Santosh Davakhar the coveted Silver Peacock award for Best Director at the 56th International Film Festival of India.
The announcement has sparked widespread jubilation across the Indian entertainment industry, with fans, critics, and prominent political leaders echoing the words of CM Devendra Fadnavis in congratulating the makers. By competing against major mainstream blockbusters and multi-language submissions from across India, Gondhal has proven the power of authentic regional storytelling. As the campaign for the 99th Academy Awards begins, movie enthusiasts across the nation are hopeful that this deeply rooted story will resonate strongly with global audiences and international film critics during the selection process leading up to the grand ceremony in Hollywood.
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