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When Homebound, backed by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, entered the Oscar contention, it became a proud moment for Indian cinema. Adding to that momentum, another Indian film—this time from the South—has stepped onto the global stage.

Tamil cinema has reason to celebrate as last year’s sleeper hit Tourist Family is now officially eligible and in contention for the Best Picture (Foreign Film) category at the 98th Academy Awards. The film is among 201 international entries competing for a nomination, making its inclusion itself a significant milestone.

Tourist Family is a 2025 Tamil-language drama written and directed by Abhishan Jeevinth in his feature film debut. Starring Sasikumar and Simran in the lead roles, the film follows a Sri Lankan Tamil family forced to flee their homeland and live under assumed identities in a small town in Tamil Nadu. When the police eventually trace them, the residents of the colony unite to protect the family, highlighting themes of compassion, solidarity, and humanity.

Made on a modest budget, Tourist Family went on to collect nearly ₹90 crore worldwide, emerging as one of the year’s most unexpected success stories. Should the film secure an Oscar nomination, it would mark a landmark achievement—not just for its makers, but for Tamil cinema as a whole.