The film “Aadujeevitham” directed by Blessy Ipe Thomas left a huge mark when it was selected in the first round of the competition for Best Picture in the general category of the 97th Academy Awards. This recognition is noteworthy because Indian films are rarely included in the general category, as they are usually considered in the international feature film category.
Voting for nominees will begin on January 8, 2025 and end on January 12, 2025. After the voting period, 10 films will be shortlisted based on turnout. Final nominations will be announced on January 17, 2025. Earlier, another Malayalam film ‘2018’ reached the qualifying round but could not progress further.
‘Aadujeevitham’, also known as ‘The Goat Life’, is based on Benjamin’s popular novel and stars Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role as Najeeb. The film has already garnered critical acclaim and won seven state awards, including Best Actor for Prithviraj. ‘Aadujeevittam’ stands out among other Indian films in the Oscar race for several reasons. The film tells the story of a goatherd named Najeeb who faces harrowing challenges as an Indian immigrant in the Gulf.
The film has been widely acclaimed since its release, becoming one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films and winning several Kerala State Film Awards, including Best Director and Best Actor for Prithviraj Sukumaran. Award-winning.
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