The team behind the Marathi film Gondhal recently met with Maharashtra’s Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis. The meeting focused on celebrating the film’s selection as India’s official entry for the Oscars. This important discussion was led by filmmaker and IFTDA President Ashoke Pandit, along with Ameet Satam, the President of BJP Mumbai.
During the meeting, the filmmakers sought financial and logistical support from the Chief Minister to help promote Gondhal in the United States as they prepare for the Oscars. This support is crucial for their upcoming representation efforts in America.
The film, written, directed, and produced by Santosh Davakhar, has gained significant recognition, and the team emphasized the need for additional resources to further their international journey. Also present in the discussion were several members of the film’s cast, including Kishore Kadam, Ishita Deshmukh, and Yogesh Sohani, along with Ashok Dubey, General Secretary of FWICE, and filmmaker Swapna Waghmare Joshi.
The team expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Fadnavis for the opportunity to present their case. They believe that the Oscar journey represents a significant milestone not just for Gondhal, but also for Marathi cinema as a whole. With the right support, they hope to showcase the film and their cultural heritage with pride on a global stage.
