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Santosh Davakhar's Oscar-Selected Thriller 'Gondhal' Trailer Showcases Maharashtra's Culture
✍️ News18
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 03:37 AM
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The trailer of 'Gondhal', a mystery thriller selected for the Oscars and directed by Santosh Davakhar, has been released, highlighting the rich cultural backdrop of Maharashtra.
The much‑anticipated trailer of "Gondhal" was unveiled this week, confirming the film's status as an Oscar‑selected thriller. Director Santosh Davakhar uses the narrative to weave traditional Maharashtrian elements into a contemporary mystery, aiming to offer both local authenticity and global appeal.
According to the promotional material, the story is set against the backdrop of Maharashtra's distinctive festivals, music and folklore, which serve as integral clues within the plot. The visual style combines vivid regional motifs with suspense‑driven cinematography, suggesting a blend of cultural homage and genre storytelling.
Industry observers note that the Oscar selection signals growing international interest in Indian regional cinema. While the film's release date remains unannounced, the trailer has generated buzz among both Marathi‑language audiences and thriller enthusiasts across the country.
The trailer is currently available on major streaming platforms and social media channels, where it has attracted a substantial number of views within hours of its debut.
"Gondhal" is expected to contribute to the expanding presence of Marathi films on the global stage, reinforcing the narrative that regional stories can resonate worldwide.
According to the promotional material, the story is set against the backdrop of Maharashtra's distinctive festivals, music and folklore, which serve as integral clues within the plot. The visual style combines vivid regional motifs with suspense‑driven cinematography, suggesting a blend of cultural homage and genre storytelling.
Industry observers note that the Oscar selection signals growing international interest in Indian regional cinema. While the film's release date remains unannounced, the trailer has generated buzz among both Marathi‑language audiences and thriller enthusiasts across the country.
The trailer is currently available on major streaming platforms and social media channels, where it has attracted a substantial number of views within hours of its debut.
"Gondhal" is expected to contribute to the expanding presence of Marathi films on the global stage, reinforcing the narrative that regional stories can resonate worldwide.