Indian Films Poised For Best Picture Nominations At The 2025 Oscars Ceremony

The 97th Oscars ceremony is approaching, with nominations set to be revealed today. While Hollywood films are expected to dominate the main categories, some Indian films still have a chance for nominations, including 'Best Picture'. India's official entry, Kiran Rao's 'Laapataa Ladies', was not eligible. However, several other Indian films remain in contention and might be announced tonight. These films include:

All We Imagine As Light

Directed by Payal Kapadia, this film explores the intertwined lives of several women. Head-nurse Prabha is pursued by a doctor while married to a man in Germany. Anu hides her relationship with a Muslim man from her family. Parvaty faces an unexpected eviction from her home.

Girls Will Be Girls

Shuchi Talati's directorial debut, 'Girls Will Be Girls', centres on Mira, an 18-year-old at a strict boarding school in the Himalayan foothills. She navigates romance and growing up while dealing with her controlling mother who struggles to understand her experiences.

Aadujeevitham (The Goat Life)

Blessy's film tells the story of an Indian man who travels to Saudi Arabia seeking work. Stripped of his belongings, he ends up working as an unpaid goat herder. The film is based on true events and chronicles his journey into and out of this predicament.

Putul

Indira Dhar Mukkherjee directs 'Putul', which portrays Sridebi's life as a homeless woman in Kolkata. As the eldest of three daughters, she faces challenges like public abuse and criminal trafficking while trying to survive on the streets.

The anticipation surrounding these Indian films highlights their potential impact at the Oscars. Each film offers unique narratives that reflect diverse aspects of life and society. As the nominations are unveiled, audiences eagerly await to see if these stories will gain international recognition.