Nagaland film Angh selected for Oscars 2027 International Feature Film category
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Nagaland director Theja Rio’s debut feature Angh has been chosen as India’s entry for the International Feature Film category at the 2027 Oscars. The film, which explores themes rooted in Nagaland’s culture, previously won the Platform Prize at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, giving it a clear pathway to the Academy Awards. Its selection highlights the growing international recognition of Indian regional cinema. QUOTE: “Angh is Nagaland director Theja Rio’s debut feature” — Hindustan Times
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- Center (3): Bollywood Hungama, Filmfare, Hindustan Times
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- Angh becomes FIRST Indian film to win TIFF 2026 Platform Competition, earns 2027 Oscars eligibility — Bollywood Hungama (center)
- Nagaland Film Angh Wins Platform Prize at TIFF 2026 Secures Oscar Pathway — Filmfare (center)
- Angh, rooted in Nagaland's culture, selected for International Feature Film at Oscars 2027 — Hindustan Times (center)