Santosh Davakhar, director of 'Gondhal', on film becoming India's official Oscar entry: 'We have a rich culture and heritage, and we should represent India through good cinema'
- Posted on September 18, 2026
- By The Times of India
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Santosh Davakhar, director of 'Gondhal', on film becoming India's official Oscar entry: 'We have a rich culture and heritage, and we should represent India through good cinema'
Marathi filmmaker Santosh Davakhar has spoken about his film 'Gondhal', which has now been chosen as India's official submission for the 99th Academy Awards. Built around the traditional Gondhal folk ritual practised in Maharashtra, the film delves into themes of faith, regional culture and everyday social realities, offering a distinctly local perspective on the global stage.
