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Konkani film 'Nachom-ia...' becomes eligible for Oscars, creates history

  •   Wed, Dec 16 2015 02:08:22 AM

Daijiworld Media Network - Panaji

Panaji, Dec 16: In a hearty news for the Konkani-speaking community, National Award-winning film 'Nachom-ia Kumpasar' has created history by becoming the first Konkani film to make it to the list of films eligible for Oscars.

The film, directed by Bardroy Barretto and produced by Angelo Braganza of Goa Folklore Productions, is among the four Indian films to be listed in the 'Reminder list of productions for the 88th Academy Awards 2016'. The list has been put up on Oscar Awards official website.

The other Indian films in the list are 'Jalam', a Malayalam movie by M Padmakumar, Kannada film 'Rangitaranga' directed by Anup Bhandari and Hindi film 'Hemalkasa' starring Nana Patekar and Sonali Kulkarni.

Ironically, India's official entry 'Court', a Marathi movie, did not make it to the list that has a total of 305 films from all over the world.

'Nachom-ia Kumpasar' producers sent their entry privately under two categories - best background score and best foreign film. Sources said that the movie has been selected in the reminder list of best foreign film category.

So far, 'Nachom-ia Kumpasar' has won three National Awards and seven awards at various international film festivals.

'Nachom-ia Kumpasar', meaning 'Let's Dance to the Rhythm' stars Vijay Maurya and Palomi Ghosh in the lead roles, besides Prince Jacob and John D'Silva. Mangaluru talent Ester Noronha has lent her voice to one of the songs in the movie. The film features well-known actors from Goa namely comedian Natto, Samy Braganza, comedian Kenny, Selwyn Braganza, Roy Menezes, Abdonio, Meena Leitao, Mathew Araujo, Meenacshi Martins, Carmo Santos and Roque Lazarus amongst others.
  

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  • paul dsouza, balakunje

    Thu, Dec 17 2015

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  • Anuj Nayan, Udupi

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    its really awesome movie... just look at the trailer.. trailer itself is awesome... waiting for its release in Udupi n Mangalore...

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  • Diego Britto, Mangaluru

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Sounds interesting! They must screen it in Mangaluru too, with English subtitles so that everyone can watch.

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  • Francis, M'lore/Abu Dhabi

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    'Nachom-ia Kumpasar' - Too good, absolutely deserve. I have seen this movie in Goa and full support from me. (5 votes out of 5).

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  • Mahesh Prabhu, Mangalore / Doha

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Absolutely deserving! This movie is a turning point for Konkani mainstream films. Sky is the limit for the Konkani film industry from now ... way to go!

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  • OZY, DUBAI.

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Congratulations to the team.
    long live to KONKANI.
    Hope the movie will hit the banner and get rewarded.
    ALL THE BEST AND GOD BLESS.

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  • Alexius Da Rocha, Goa

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Dear friends this movie is definitely worth the watch. It is based on the life of the great Lorna. Kudos to the team of Nachom-ia Kumpasar

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  • V V Gladys Noronha , Kuwait

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    The achievement is par excellence . Quality wise and technically it's a best Konkani movie . The story says chemistry in between musician Chris Perry and singer Lorna Corderio.

     Congratulations to entire Nachom ia Kumpssar team for your hard work.

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  • Richard Arun Dsa, Udupi

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Delighted to learn that Konkani movie Nachom ia kumpasar has been nominated for Oscar award.Happy to listen to the magical voice of Mangalorean talent Ester Noronha.

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  • Colin Dmello, Bangalore

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Hi Richard Arun, you already nominated it to the Oscars? Hahaha..Nominating voting itself has not started :-) First it has to appear on the first ballot. If it appears then first round of voting, then if it gets nominated, it will appear on the Final ballot :-)

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  • Wilfred J. Lewis, Matpady-Brahmavar/ New York, USA

    Wed, Dec 16 2015

    Congratulations to the talented performers, musicians, directors and producers: whole group of "Nachom-ia Kumpasar'. Would like to see you winning Oscars in both the category you are ed in. You have made a history for all Konkans...

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