The momentum is building for the Marathi cerebral psychological thriller Gondhal as it gears up for a major global stage. Following its selection as India’s official entry for the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, the makers have announced a series of special paid previews across select theatres in India starting October 10. Produced by Diksha Davakhar under the Davakhar Films banner, the film promises to offer audiences a deep dive into the complexities of the human mind while staying firmly rooted in local culture.
Director Santosh Davakhar revealed that the team is preparing for a rigorous few months ahead as they launch an intensive campaign to introduce the film to Academy members. With the goal of securing thousands of votes, the team views this journey as a massive responsibility rather than a simple competition. Davakhar noted that the project was a year in the making and was crafted with the intention of grabbing the attention of technicians and cinephiles across the entire Indian film industry, serving as a proud representation of the nation on the global map.
Starring Kishor Kadam, Ishita Deshmukh, Yogesh Sohoni, Nishad Bhoir, and Anuj Prabhu, the approximately two-hour film was chosen for the Oscars by the Film Federation of India. Davakhar shared his enthusiasm for the path ahead, emphasizing that the team always believed in the quality of their product. As the film prepares for its wider worldwide release, these upcoming previews offer the first real chance for local cinema lovers to catch the Oscar-bound thriller before it makes its bid for international glory.