SS Rajamouli and his wife were invited to join the Oscars Academy
SS Rajamouli, the acclaimed director who put Tollywood and Indian cinema on the world map. With masterpieces like Eega, Baahubali 1 & 2, and the internationally acclaimed RRR. Is back in the spotlight for a highly anticipated reason. He is among the 487 individuals the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) invited to join their ranks. Making him eligible to vote in the 2025 Oscars. Joining him in this honor is his wife, Rama Rajamouli, the costume designer for his films.
Rajamouli’s RRR garnered significant international acclaim. Winning the Oscar for Best Original Song for “Naatu Naatu” and earning a nomination for Best Visual Effects. These achievements further solidified Rajamouli’s reputation on the global stage, showcasing the prowess of Indian cinema.
SS Rajamouli and his wife were invited to join the Oscars Academy
In addition to SS Rajamouli and Rama Rajamouli, other notable Indian invitees include Shabana Azmi, Ritesh Sidhwani, Ravi Varman, Reema Das, Sheetal Sharma, Anand Kumar Tucker, Nisha Pahuja, Hemal Trivedi, and Gitesh Pandya.
Last year, prominent Tollywood figures such as Ram Charan, Jr NTR, MM Keeravaani, Chandrabose, K K Senthil Kumar, and Sabu Cyril were also inducted into AMPAS, highlighting the growing recognition of Indian talent in the global film industry.
With such prestigious invitations, Indian cinema continues to gain a prominent place on the international stage. The inclusion of these talented individuals in the Academy not only honors their contributions but also paves the way for more diverse representation and recognition of Indian films in global cinema.
Stay tuned for more updates as the influence of Indian cinema continues to expand and captivate audiences worldwide.