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Oscars Bound 'Gondhal' Gets Special Previews
2 Oct
Summary
- Marathi thriller 'Gondhal' is India's Oscar entry.
- Exclusive previews begin October 9 in major cities.
- Film blends psychological thriller with folk tradition.
The Marathi psychological thriller 'Gondhal' has been selected as India's official entry for the 99th Academy Awards. Ahead of its global theatrical release, exclusive preview screenings will commence on October 9 in Mumbai and Pune. These special showings will extend to Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad, offering audiences a chance to experience the film before its wider launch. Presented in both Marathi and Hindi, these previews precede a multilingual release.
Santosh Davakhar's directorial debut is rooted in Maharashtra's traditional Gondhal folk performance, a vibrant ritual combining storytelling, music, percussion, and dance. The film masterfully weaves these cultural elements into a psychological thriller, delving into themes of tradition, human desire, and underlying tensions. The cast includes Ishita Deshmukh, Kishor Kadam, and Yogesh Sohoni.
'Gondhal' has garnered critical acclaim on the festival circuit, with director Davakhar receiving the Silver Peacock for Best Director at IFFI and the film winning the FIPRESCI Award at the Bengaluru International Film Festival. Following these accolades and its prestigious Oscar selection, the film will eventually be released worldwide in Marathi, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
