Karishma Dev Dube’s short film Bittu, which was the official Indian entry in the Best Live Action Short category at the 93rd Academy Awards, failed to make the nomination cut.
Bittu was part of the ten-movie list. The film was presented by Ekta Kapoor, Guneet Monga and Tahira Kashyap under their Indian Women Rising initiative.
Based on a true story, Bittu follows the journey of a fierce little girl who refuses to be forgotten. It explores a heartwarming tale of friendship between two school friends.
Other films in the short film shortlist were: Da Yie, Feeling Through, The Human Voice, The Kicksled Choir, The Letter Room, The Present, Two Distant Strangers, The Van and White Eye.
Meanwhile, the Malayalam film Jallikattu, which was the official Indian entry in the Best International Feature Film category this year, had failed to make it to the shortlist.
The final nominations for the Oscars were announced on March 15. This year, the award gala will be held on April 26.
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