Actor Taha Shah, famous in the ‘Hiramandi’ series, is now in the headlines with a new achievement. Recently, his film ‘Paro: The Untold Story of Bride Slavery’ has got a place in the contention list of the 98th Oscar Awards (2026). Taha Shah himself gave this information to the fans through Instagram. He shared some pictures from the shooting.

After Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s series ‘Hiramandi’, this film of Taha Shah is gaining discussion on the global platform on social issues. This Oscar contention list is the first big step for the film. Taha Shah told that this film is based on social evil like bride slavery. It also presents the painful story of women who are kidnapped and sold and are forced to live a life of slavery along with many others.

‘My heart is filled with joy’
Taha Shah wrote with the pictures of the shooting of ‘Paro: The Untold Story of Bride Slavery’ – ‘My heart is filled with happiness, because my film Paro: The Untold Story of Bride Slavery has been included in the contention list of the 98th Oscar Awards. For me, this film is not just a character, but a representation of the voices that are often unheard. This is a story that should be seen and heard beyond the borders. I am grateful to the entire team and all those people who trusted in this journey. It is hoped that this recognition will open new doors for meaningful cinema, which inspires compassion, awareness and change.

Taha further wrote- ‘This film made on the exploitation of bride system is touching the hearts of people all over the world. The moist eyes and loving messages of the audience during the screenings in different countries make this journey very close to my heart.