Director Santosh Davakhar Replies to Anurag Kashyap’s Oscars Comments

Santosh Davakhar, the director of the Marathi film "Gondhal," has publicly addressed remarks made by veteran filmmaker Anurag Kashyap concerning the Academy Awards. The exchange emerged after Kashyap shared his views on the Oscars in a recent interview, prompting Davakhar to issue a response.
In his statement, Davakhar clarified his position on the issues raised by Kashyap, emphasizing the perspective of regional cinema and its relationship with global award platforms. While the exact wording of his reply was not disclosed in the source, the director’s engagement indicates a willingness to dialogue on the matter.
The brief back‑and‑forth has drawn attention from film circles across India, with industry observers noting that such discussions highlight the growing visibility of regional filmmakers on international stages. No further developments have been reported as of now.