Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Nepali Film 'Anjila' to Compete for Oscars
Imagine a movie about a real-life soccer star from Nepal!
That movie is called 'Anjila,' and it's going to try to win an Oscar.
The movie is about Anjila Tumbapo Subba, who is the captain of Nepal's women's soccer team.
The movie shows her journey from her home to leading her team.
The actual Anjila plays herself in the movie, along with actors playing her parents.
The Academy Awards are a big deal for movies, and 'Anjila' is now in the running to win.
The winners will be announced in March 2026.
Nepali film 'Anjila' has been selected to compete for an Oscar.
The film is entered in the International Feature Film category.
The movie is directed by Milan Chams.
Anjila Tumbapo Subba, the captain of Nepal's women's football team, plays herself.
The 98th Academy Awards will be held on March 15, 2026.
- Who
- The Nepali film 'Anjila' and director Milan Chams.
- What
- The Nepali film 'Anjila' has been selected to compete for an Academy Award.
- When
- The 98th Academy Awards will be held on March 15, 2026.
- Where
- The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, USA.
- Why
- To compete in the International Feature Film category.
- Film Title
- Anjila
- Category
- International Feature Film
- Director
- Milan Chams
- Main Actor
- Anjila Tumbapo Subba
- Award Show
- 98th Academy Awards
- Release Date
- March 15, 2026