Archive · 19 Sep 2026
Gondhal Named India's Oscar Entry as Celebrities Make Headlines
India has chosen a Marathi movie called Gondhal to compete at the 2027 Oscars.
Santosh Davakhar directed the movie.
The Film Federation of India selected it from 33 films.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis celebrated the choice as a proud moment for Marathi cinema.
The 99th Academy Awards are scheduled for March 14, 2027.
Katrina Kaif faced online criticism about her appearance after pregnancy, and Hrithik Roshan reacted to a post defending her.
A movie about Lalit Modi is being planned, but its casting is not confirmed.
Deepika Padukone attended a temple during Ganpati celebrations, while Salman Khan attended another celebration where a crowd gathered around his car.
Marathi film Gondhal, directed by Santosh Davakhar, was selected as India’s official entry for the 2027 Academy Awards.
The Film Federation of India chose Gondhal from 33 films for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Oscars.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called the selection a moment of pride for Marathi cinema.
Hrithik Roshan reacted to a post defending Katrina Kaif after social-media users criticized her appearance following pregnancy.
A Lalit Modi biopic is reportedly being developed by Sajid Nadiadwala, while Deepika Padukone and Salman Khan attended Ganpati-related events.
- Who
- The Film Federation of India, filmmaker Santosh Davakhar, Devendra Fadnavis, Katrina Kaif, Hrithik Roshan, Sajid Nadiadwala, Lalit Modi, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Salman Khan.
- What
- Gondhal was selected as India’s official entry for the 2027 Academy Awards, alongside reports about celebrity reactions, a developing biopic and Ganpati appearances.
- When
- The roundup was published on September 18, 2026; the 99th Academy Awards are scheduled for March 14, 2027.
- Where
- Gondhal will represent India internationally; the reported events took place in Maharashtra, including Siddhivinayak Temple and Ashish Shelar’s residence.
- Why
- Gondhal was chosen for the Best International Feature Film category, while the other stories concern social-media criticism, entertainment development and religious celebrations.
Critics, Uncertainty and Allegations
Defenders and Confirmed Developments
Katrina Kaif’s appearance
Critics, Uncertainty and Allegations
A section of social media criticized Katrina Kaif over alleged post-pregnancy weight gain and her appearance.
Defenders and Confirmed Developments
Katrina’s fans criticized the judgment, while Hrithik Roshan reacted to a post defending her.
Lalit Modi biopic casting
Critics, Uncertainty and Allegations
Reports suggest Ranveer Singh could potentially portray Lalit Modi.
Defenders and Confirmed Developments
The film is still being written and developed, so Ranveer Singh’s casting remains unconfirmed.
Incident near Salman Khan’s car
Critics, Uncertainty and Allegations
A video allegedly shows a fan’s foot coming under Salman Khan’s car as it moved through a crowd.
Defenders and Confirmed Developments
The available report does not establish the full circumstances; it says Salman Khan scolded the driver after the incident.
- Oscar entry
- Gondhal
- Director
- Santosh Davakhar
- Selection body
- Film Federation of India
- Films considered
- 33
- Oscar edition
- 99th Academy Awards
- Oscar ceremony date
- March 14, 2027
- Reported biopic producer
- Sajid Nadiadwala
