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Dashavatar Eyes Oscars: Marathi Film's Bold Oscar Bid
5 Jan
Summary
- Marathi film Dashavatar enters Oscar contention, not official entry.
- Independent submission allows consideration in general categories.
- Dashavatar is a mythological folk drama released on September 12, 2025.
Marathi cinema is celebrating a major achievement as Subodh Khanolkar's film Dashavatar has entered the Oscar contention list. This significant milestone allows the film to be considered for Academy Awards in general categories, distinct from a country's official entry. India's official submission for Best International Feature Film was Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound.
Makers of Dashavatar, Ocean Film Company, chose to submit their film independently after ensuring it met the Academy's eligibility criteria. This process involves meeting specific requirements and submitting the film for review by Academy members. Films in contention then enter a promotional phase, known as 'For Your Consideration' (FYC) campaigns.
Dashavatar, a mythological folk drama released on September 12, 2025, delves into faith, tradition, and environmental conflicts. The film stars Dilip Prabhavalkar and reportedly grossed approximately Rs 28.47 crore worldwide, becoming a top earner for Marathi cinema. Shortlists for the 98th Academy Awards were announced on December 16, 2025, with final nominations due January 22, 2026.
