The film going to the Oscars from India was being discussed continuously for the last few days. The two big films of the year ‘The Kashmir Files’ and ‘RRR’ were considered to be a tough competition. Users were constantly speculating on social media that either of these two films would represent India, but it is not going to happen. The Gujarati film ‘Chello Show’ has won by beating both the films. This film will be sent officially from India to the Oscars.
Critics’ appreciation
On Tuesday, The Film Federation of India announced that ‘Chhello Show’ has been shortlisted for the Oscar entry. The Gujarati language film has been appreciated by critics and audiences across the world. Now it will be released on 14 October 2022 in select theaters across Gujarat and the country. The film is directed by Pan Nalin. It stars Bhavri Rabri, Richa Meena, Deepen Rawal, Bhavesh Shrimali and Paresh Mehta in important roles.
Won awards in many international festivals
The ‘Last Film Show’ has been shown in many international film festivals, where it garnered a lot of praise. The film had its world premiere as the opening film at Robert De Niro’s Tribeca Film Festival. It won awards at other international film festivals, including the Golden Spike at the 66th Valladolid Film Festival in Spain.
Story inspired by director’s own memories
Making a big upset, ‘Chhelo Show’ defeated ‘The Kashmir Files’ and ‘RRR’ in the Oscar race. The story of ‘Chhelo Show’ traces a child’s love for films in rural Gujarat, inspired by his own memories of Pan Nalin.
