'Jai Bhim', 'Marakkar Lion Of The Arabian Sea' Among 276 Feature Films To Compete At 94th Academy Awards

The Oscars/Academy Awards have announced that 276 feature films are eligible for this year¡¯s Academy Awards, with nomination voting set to begin Thursday, Jan. 27, until Tuesday, Feb. 1.

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Suriya starrer Jai Bhim and Mohanlal starrer Markar Lion of the Arabian Sea are putting India on a global map for several reasons.

Controversial Tamil film 'Jai Bhim' starring Suriya and Lijomol Jose and Priyadarshan's Malayalam period drama 'Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham' (Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea), with Mohanlal playing the titular character -- are on the list of 276 movies eligible for this year's Academy Awards.

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According to reports, the films have received a green signal from the Academy Awards panel, as both the films have made it to the first round of the Oscar shortlist.

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This list includes 276 films from different countries.

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Directed by Priyadarshan, 'Marakkar' is one of the most expensive films in the history of Malayalam cinema. It narrates the epic tale of Kunjali Marakkar IV, a Malabar sea lord, and his epic battles against the Portuguese.

The movie had won three National Awards -- Best Feature Film, Best Special Effects, and Best Costume Design.

'Jai Bhim,' which raised the hackles of the PMK, a political party in Tamil Nadu that represents mainly the Vanniyar community, is based on an actual incident in 1993.

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The film revolved around the case fought by former Madras High Court Justice K. Chandru, when he was an advocate. Behind him in this legal battle was Sengeni's wife, Rajakannu.

Jai Bheem and Marakkar ¨C the Lion of the Arabian Sea, have also made a cut at the Global Community Oscar Awards 2021, which ¡°honors personalities who have made significant contributions to strengthening human communities and on the international stage.¡±

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The voting will begin on January 27 and conclude on February 1. The final Oscar nominations will be revealed on February 8. Oscars 2022 will air live on March 27 on ABC from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

You can start streaming both films on Amazon Prime Video.

(WITH PTI INPUTS)

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