Malayalam film ‘2018’ is India’s official entry for Oscars 2024

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By Manigandan KR & Arjun Ramachandran

27/09/2023

The Chairman Girish Kasaravalli of the 16-member committee said, “Of the 22 films shortlisted 2018: Everyone is a Hero was the collective decision of the jury.”

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“We are constantly attacking Nature, and it too has its way of correcting mistakes. This film presents the situation prevailing globally. Both content and treatment-wise, this film excels.”

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2018 director Jude Anthany Joseph was elated with the jury’s decision. In his Facebook post, he wrote: “Thank you God, Thank you Indian Cinema”.

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“We didn’t make the film to make people scared about the deadly floods. But we wanted to show the feeling of oneness Keralites showed during the floods,” Actor Tovino Thomas said.

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Kunchako Boban, said 2018 was a special movie as people have an emotional connection. “The technical aspects were good and this recognition is a proud moment.”

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“Jude Anthany Joseph was instrumental during the shooting and producer Venu Kunnappilly did whatever was needed for the production,” He added.

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Actor Indrans, in an interview with a news channel, said it was a proud moment for him to be part of a successful film like 2018: Everyone is a Hero.

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