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Gondhal team seeks Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis' funding for Oscar 2027 bid
✍️ Bollywood Hungama
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 08:16 AM
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The Gondhal film crew met Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to request state financial support for their planned Oscar 2027 campaign, according to Bollywood Hungama.
The production unit behind the upcoming film "Gondhal" held a meeting with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to discuss financial assistance for its planned participation in the Oscar awards slated for 2027. Representatives of the team outlined their budgetary requirements, emphasizing the need for state backing to cover promotional activities, overseas travel and eligibility fees associated with the Academy Awards.
According to the report, the CM listened to the team's proposal and indicated that the government would review the request in line with existing cultural promotion schemes. No immediate commitment was announced, but officials said a decision would be communicated after a detailed assessment of the project's artistic merit and potential impact on Maharashtra's cultural profile.
The appeal comes as Indian cinema seeks greater representation at the Oscars, with several recent films making the shortlist. The Gondhal team hopes that state support will enhance its chances of securing a nomination and showcase regional storytelling on a global platform.
Bollywood Hungama, the source of the information, noted that the meeting was conducted in a formal setting and that both parties expressed optimism about a collaborative outcome.
Further updates are expected once the state’s cultural department finalizes its evaluation of the funding request.
According to the report, the CM listened to the team's proposal and indicated that the government would review the request in line with existing cultural promotion schemes. No immediate commitment was announced, but officials said a decision would be communicated after a detailed assessment of the project's artistic merit and potential impact on Maharashtra's cultural profile.
The appeal comes as Indian cinema seeks greater representation at the Oscars, with several recent films making the shortlist. The Gondhal team hopes that state support will enhance its chances of securing a nomination and showcase regional storytelling on a global platform.
Bollywood Hungama, the source of the information, noted that the meeting was conducted in a formal setting and that both parties expressed optimism about a collaborative outcome.
Further updates are expected once the state’s cultural department finalizes its evaluation of the funding request.