Oscars 2026: 98th Academy Awards Lists Homebound, Mahavatar Narsimha
Why in the news
Eligible films for the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars 2026) were announced on 22 November 2025 for the animation, documentary and international categories, with two Indian films in the mix.
Key facts
| Category | Entries |
|---|---|
| Best Animated Feature | 35 eligible films |
| Best Documentary Feature | 201 submissions (highest of all categories) |
| Best International Feature | 86 eligible films |
India’s entries
- Homebound competes in the international feature category.
- Mahavatar Narsimha competes in animated feature.
Other notable entries
Animation includes KPop Demon Hunters, Elio, Zootopia 2 and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle. International names include Sentimental Value (Norway), Sirat (Spain), The Secret Agent (Brazil) and The Voice of Hind Rajab (Tunisia). KPop Demon Hunters also competes for Best Original Song with Golden.
Timeline
Shortlists arrive on 16 December, nominations on 22 January, and the ceremony airs live on 15 March 2026.
Exam angle
- Know India’s two entries and their categories.
- Remember the 98th edition and the 15 March 2026 date.