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Who is Santosh Davakhar? Director's Marathi film Gondhal selected as India's official entry to Oscars 2027. Beats Dhurandhar, Hanuman Ansh

Marathi thriller Gondhal will represent India at the 99th Academy Awards in 2027. Director Santosh Davakhar's film emerged from 33 submissions for consideration. The film explores desire and deception rooted in Maharashtra's Gondhal ritual. Read on to know more about the director and his journey.