Marathi Thriller 'Gondhal' Chosen as India's Official Oscar Entry for 2027
India has selected the Marathi thriller 'Gondhal,' directed by Santosh Davakhar, as its official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards in 2027. The film, which explores a tense night in a Maharashtrian village involving a forced marriage and a planned escape, was chosen from 33 submissions. Lead actor Ishita Deshmukh expressed her emotional reaction to the selection, while the director highlighted the film's international appeal and plans for a multi-language theatrical re-release.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (76/100). Lens Score 30/100.
Outlets measured: thehindu, zeenews. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
zeenews broke this story on 22 Sept, 07:27 am. Other outlets followed.