Bhutan Selects Dechen Roder's Oscar Contender 'I, The Song' for 98th Academy Awards

Bhutan Selects Dechen Roder's Tallinn Winner 'I, The Song' as Oscar Entry Bhutan has chosen "I, The Song", directed by Dechen Roder, as its submission for the international feature film category at the 98th Academy Awards. This marks a significant milestone for Bhutan's emerging cinema. The selection follows the film's dominant performance at Bhutan's National Film Awards, where it won most major categories, including best film, director, screenplay, and acting honors. "I, The Song" was also a winner at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in Estonia earlier this year. Bhutan's decision to submit "I, The Song" for Oscar consideration has been met with excitement from industry insiders and fans alike. The film's selection is seen as a testament to Bhutan's growing reputation as a hub for innovative storytelling. In a statement, Dechen Roder expressed his gratitude towards the Bhutanese government and the National Film Commission of Bhutan for their support. "I am thrilled that 'I, The Song' will represent Bhutan at the Oscars," he said. The selection process for the 98th Academy Awards is now complete, with all participating countries having submitted their entries. The nominees will be announced in January 2026, and the ceremony is scheduled to take place on February 27, 2026. Bhutan's entry into the Oscar fray marks a significant step forward for its film industry, which has been gaining momentum in recent years. With "I, The Song" as its representative, Bhutan joins a select group of countries vying for international recognition and acclaim. The Academy Awards ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on February 27, 2026. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Variety reporting.*