Archive · 24 Nov 2025
Mahavatar Narsimha Makes Oscar Eligibility List
An Indian animated film called Mahavatar Narsimha has been chosen to compete for an Oscar in the Best Animated Feature category.
This is the first time an Indian film has made it to this list.
The film is part of a series based on the avatars of Lord Vishnu.
It will compete against other international animated films.
Mahavatar Narsimha included in 98th Academy Awards' Best Animated Feature eligibility list
Film to compete with global titles like KPop Demon Hunters, Zootopia 2, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle
Contenders must meet runtime, animation percentage, and theatrical release criteria
Recent rule changes allow submission for both Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature
Mahavatar Narsimha first in planned multi-film franchise based on Lord Vishnu's avatars
- Who
- Mahavatar Narsimha (film)
- What
- Made the eligibility list for the 98th Academy Awards' Best Animated Feature category
- When
- Nominations announced on 22 January, 2026; ceremony on 15 March, 2026
- Where
- Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles
- Why
- To compete for a Best Animated Feature Oscar
- Director
- Ashwin Kumar
- Producers
- Kleem Productions, Hombale Films
- Runtime
- Over 40 minutes
- Animation Percentage
- At least 75%
- Theatrical Release
- Completed in the United States with a minimum seven-day public screening
- Oscar Ceremony Host
- Conan O'Brien
