Kishor Kadam on 'Gondhal' as India's Oscar 2027 entry: 'Like 'Kantara', I feel it will take our Indian folk traditions to the national level'- Exclusive
- Posted on September 21, 2026
- By The Times of India
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Kishor Kadam reflects on 'Gondhal' being selected as India's official submission for the 99th Academy Awards' Best International Feature Film category. The celebrated Marathi actor, renowned for transformative roles in critically-acclaimed films, discusses how director Santosh Davakhar's vision elevates traditional Indian folk culture to mainstream audiences, drawing parallels with the success of 'Kantara' in bringing regional narratives to national prominence.
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Kishor Kadam on 'Gondhal' as India's Oscar 2027 entry: 'Like 'Kantara', I feel it will take our Indian folk traditions to the national level'- Exclusive
Actor Kishor Kadam, known for his acclaimed performances in films such as 'Natrang,' 'Fandry,' 'Jogwa,' and 'Dithee,' is celebrating a special milestone with 'Gondhal,' which has been selected as India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, the actor opened up about his reaction to the announcement, what made Santosh Davakhar's film stand apart, the director's clarity of vision, and why he considers himself fortunate to have worked with filmmakers who have consistently trusted him with diverse roles.
