Santosh: Sandhya Suris Oscar nominated film to premiere in India
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After receiving critical acclaim at the 77th Cannes Film Festival and making it to the prestigious shortlist as United Kingdom’s official submission for the 97th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category, Sandhya Suri’s Santosh is all set to enthral Indian audiences.
Praised for its gripping narrative, outstanding performances, and raw exploration of justice, gender dynamics, and social inequities in rural India, Santosh promises to be a landmark in modern cinema.
The film follows the story of Santosh, a young widow who accepts an opportunity to inherit her late husband’s job as a police officer in the rural badlands of India. Quickly taken under the wing of Sharma, she begins an investigation into a low-caste girl’s brutal murder that plunges her into a gritty world of crime and corruption.
The cast delivers unforgettable performances, led by Shahana Goswami, who embodies Santosh’s resilience and determination as she confronts institutional corruption. Sunita Rajwar shines as Inspector Sharma, portraying a fiercely determined officer who battles the realities of systemic injustice with poise and grit.
Reflecting on the film’s achievements, lead actress Shahana shared on social media: “So happy for the team, especially our writer-director Sandhya Suri, for this little glory of recognition for our film Santosh! How incredible to be shortlisted from amongst 85 films. Thank you to everyone who loved it, supported it, and voted for us.”
The film will be screened on the big screen on the 10th of January at PVR INOX Pictures.
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