Sep 24, 2024
By: Kapil Yadav
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India has a rich cinematic history and has produced many Oscar winners, including talented directors and musicians, who have gained recognition on the international stage over the years.
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Bhanu Athaiya won an Oscar in 1983 for Best Costume Design for the film “Gandhi” at the 55th Academy Awards, becoming India's first Oscar winner.
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Satyajit Ray received an Honorary Oscar in 1992 for his lifetime achievement in filmmaking at the 64th Academy Awards, recognising his impact on cinema.
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Resul Pookutty won an Oscar in 2009 for Best Sound Mixing for “Slumdog Millionaire” at the 81st Academy Awards, alongside Richard Pryke and Ian Tapp.
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Gulzar won an Oscar in 2009 for Best Original Song for "Jai Ho" from “Slumdog Millionaire” at the 81st Academy Awards, alongside A.R. Rahman.
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A.R. Rahman won two Oscars in 2009 for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for “Slumdog Millionaire” at the 81st Academy Awards.
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Kartiki Gonsalves and Guneet Monga won Oscars in 2023 for Best Documentary Short for "The Elephant Whisperers” at the 95th Academy Awards.
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M.M. Keeravani and Chandrabose won Oscars in 2023 for Best Original Song for "Naatu Naatu" from the film ‘RRR’ at the 95th Academy Awards.
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