'Paro – The Untold Story of Bride Slavery' has been officially enlisted on the Oscars Eligibility List for the 98th Academy Awards, released by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS). Produced by filmmaker and social activist Trupti Bhoir, 'Paro' is a socially driven drama that explores the systemic issue of bride trafficking.
The film stars Taha Shah Badussha alongside Trupti Bhoir and Govind Namdeo, and has garnered attention on international platforms and film circuits for its sensitive, issue-led storytelling.
While eligibility does not equate to a nomination, it represents an important step in the international awards process. Reacting to the development, Taha Shah Badussha said, "This film is more than a role — it is a voice for the silenced and a story that deserves to be seen and heard beyond borders... May this recognition open doors for meaningful cinema that inspires empathy, awareness and change."
