After RRR created a mark on the global platforms and won India laurels, the Indian film market has been receiving an overwhelming response and respect from across the world. And that is reflected in this year’s nomination shortlist for Oscars 2025.
Not one, but three Indian films have been considered among 323 movies from across the world. And out of them, only a handful will be shortlisted, which will further compete for the coveted prize.
While India produced several big-budget and visually appealing films, which were high on content as well, the ones that have caught the attention of the jury include Suriya’s Kanguva, Prithviraj Sukumaran’s ‘Aadujeevitham’ AKA The GOAT Life, and Shuchi Talati’s directorial Girls Will Be Girls.
A list of all the films that have been shortlisted for the award category has been going viral on social media. It also includes names such as I Saw The TV Glow, IF, It Ends With Us, Inside Out 2, Lee, Kneecap, Longing, The Imaginary, How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, among others.
As per reports, the voting lines to vote for the best film will open on January 8, 2028 and will close on January 12, 2025. The final nominations will be announced on January 17.
2025 Oscars: Best Picture Eligible Nominees List, We have 3.#Kanguva 💥#Aadujeevitham 🔥#GirlsWillBeGirls 💃
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Nominations VOTING begins on Jan 8 & concludes on Jan 12.
Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards will be ANNOUNCED on Jan 17. pic.twitter.com/5woJ8YZsmz
About Kanguva
Directed by Siva and produced by Studio Green and UV Creations, Kanguva stars Suriya in a dual role. The Tamil-language epic fantasy action also features actors such as Disha Patani, Bobby Deol, Natarajan Subramaniam, K. S. Ravikumar, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Kovai Sarala and Mansoor Ali Khan. The story revolves around Francis Theodore, a bounty hunter in 2024, whose life takes a mysterious turn when his connection to a child eerily links back to a promise made by a fierce tribal warrior to a child nearly a thousand years ago, in the year 1070.
About Girls Will Be Girls
Girls Will Be Girls is a poignant coming-of-age drama film written and directed by Shuchi Talati. The movie marks Talati’s feature directorial debut and introduces Preeti Panigrahi and Kesav Binoy Kiron in their acting debuts.
Set in a boarding school in the Himalayan foothills, the film follows teenager Mira’s journey of self-discovery. She falls for a charming new student, leading to her sexual awakening, and navigates a complex relationship with her protective mother. As Mira explores her identity, she must confront the challenges of adolescence. The film is an Indian and French co-production, starring Preeti Panigrahi, Kani Kusruti, and Kesav Binoy Kiron.
About Aadujeevitham AKA The GOAT Life
The Goat Life (Aadujeevitham) is a gripping 2024 Malayalam survival drama film written, directed, and co-produced by acclaimed filmmaker Blessy. The movie is adapted from Benyamin’s bestselling 2008 novel Aadujeevitham, which tells the true story of Najeeb, a Malayali immigrant laborer in the Gulf.
The film boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jimmy Jean-Louis, K. R. Gokul, and Amala Paul. With its powerful narrative and skilled direction, The Goat Life is a cinematic experience that promises to leave a lasting impact. The film’s themes of survival and resilience are sure to resonate with audiences worldwide.
