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Film 'Gondhal' Named India’s Official Oscar Entry, Celebrated by Subhash Ghai
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🗓 20 Sep 2026, 07:16 AM
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The drama ‘Gondhal’ has been selected as India’s official entry for the upcoming Oscars, a milestone celebrated by veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai alongside actress Ishita Deshmukh.
The Indian film ‘Gondhal’ has been officially designated as the country’s entry for the forthcoming Academy Awards, marking a significant achievement for the project’s creators.
Veteran director and producer Subhash Ghai publicly congratulated the film’s lead actress, Ishita Deshmukh, acknowledging the team’s effort in securing the nomination. Ghai’s remarks highlighted the growing global visibility of Indian cinema and the importance of strong storytelling on the international stage.
The selection positions ‘Gondhal’ among a select group of films that will compete for the Best International Feature Film category, where each nation is allowed a single entry. Industry observers note that the film’s thematic depth and production values contributed to its acceptance as India’s representative this year.
Veteran director and producer Subhash Ghai publicly congratulated the film’s lead actress, Ishita Deshmukh, acknowledging the team’s effort in securing the nomination. Ghai’s remarks highlighted the growing global visibility of Indian cinema and the importance of strong storytelling on the international stage.
The selection positions ‘Gondhal’ among a select group of films that will compete for the Best International Feature Film category, where each nation is allowed a single entry. Industry observers note that the film’s thematic depth and production values contributed to its acceptance as India’s representative this year.