Hyderabad: Hombale Films’ Mahavatar Narsimha, directed by Ashwin Kumar, has officially become eligible for the 2026 Oscars in the Best Animated Feature Film category. If selected as a final nominee, it would be the first Indian animated film ever to enter this category. This marks a major achievement for Indian animation.

Among 35 Global Contenders

The Academy has shortlisted 35 animated films this year. Only five will become official nominees. Mahavatar Narsimhanow competes with several major international titles.

Full List of 35 Eligible Animated Films

Mahavatar Narsimha

KPop Demon Hunters

Demon Slayer Infinity Castle

The Bad Guys 2

Chainsaw Man The Movie Reze Arc

Zootopia 2

Elio

In Your Dreams

Little Amelie or the Character of Rain

Arco

The SpongeBob Movie Search for Squa

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