Oslo: A Tail of Promise
OSLO: A TAIL OF PROMISE is a soaring, emotional odyssey that offers a transcendent cinematic antidote in a world increasingly dictated by isolation and speed.
Spanning nearly a decade, this 100% non-fictional, feature-length documentary follows Oslo, a once-traumatized, homeless husky bounced through six different homes, and Pooja R. Bhale, a spiritual ecologist searching for belonging. When their paths finally cross, they embark on a grueling, breathtaking 5,000-kilometer annual pilgrimage from the sun-baked plains of Pune up into the freezing, majestic heights of the Himalayas. Shot entirely on-the-go and unscripted, Director Isha Pungaliya captures the raw beauty of the natural world and the profound sentience of animals against sweeping vistas of snow and high-altitude blizzards.
Drawing powerful emotional parallels to beloved classics like HACHI: A DOG’S TALE, MY OCTOPUS TEACHER and MARLEY & ME, the film moves in a captivating non-linear style. It intricately weaves together stories of people, journeys, longing, loss, grief, courage, resilience, surrender, and passion, all anchored by a powerful women-led team spanning the director, co-producers, and lead human role.
Following a prestigious world premiere in the Indian Panorama at the 56th International Film Festival of India - alongside official selections at the Rajasthan, Pune, and Jagran Film Festivals 2026, and the CineKind Award presented to Producer John Abraham - this soul-stirring documentary is exceptionally well-positioned to connect with global audiences seeking an authentic, unforgettable story of healing and kinship.
Director
Isha Pungaliya
Running Time
1 x 87'
Year of Production
2026
Cast
Oslo and Pooja R. BhaleAwards
Producer John Abraham won CineKindAward 2026
Available in HD
Yes
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