The Academy Awards, even after being termed as ‘overrated’ by many, often do their job in revealing the hidden gems of cinema to the entire world. This time, the buzz has been created around ‘Santosh’, a Hindi-language international film and the UK’s official submission.
The film is directed by Sandhya Suri, and stars Shahana Goswami in the lead role. It is an international co-production, with the UK, France, India and Germany being involved in it.
‘Santosh’ portrays the life of Santosh, a widow who has received a constable’s job owing to the death of her husband. It beautifully navigates through her life, as she battles issues like corruption and casteism while investigating a brutal crime.
The stunning performances of Goswami and Sunita Rajwar have ignited surprise among many, thus garnering wide praise from the public and critics alike.
One social media user wrote, “Santosh is not just a film; it’s an experience. Shahana Goswami and Sunita Rajwar delivered performances of a lifetime!” Another commented, “The realism, the storytelling, the themes—it’s cinema at its finest.”
The film seems to have touched the emotions of cold-hearted critics as well. One prominent critic has gone out of his way to call the film “a groundbreaking masterpiece that blends social realism with impeccable artistry.”
The film has been shortlisted as the United Kingdom’s official submission, leading to an increase in its popularity.
Three words by a social media user best describe the film without the need for any other word — bold, thought-provoking, and unforgettable.”
It will be interesting to see how a cinematic gem like ‘Santosh’ is able to compete in a cut-throat competition with other entries from around the world.
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