Geeta Gandbhir Earns Two Documentary Nominations at 2026 Oscars

Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir made history at the 2026 Oscars by receiving two nominations in documentary categories for her films The Perfect Neighbor and The Devil Is Busy. She is the first woman to achieve this feat, with The Perfect Neighbor nominated for best documentary feature and The Devil Is Busy for best documentary short. Both films address social issues and are available for streaming on OTT platforms. Gandbhir is known for her focus on justice and civil rights through documentary storytelling.