Jimmy Kimmel's Oscar 2023 hosting stint did not go down well with the 'RRR' fans as he called SS Rajamouli's directorial a Bollywood movie in his opening monologue.
The Minister said that V Vijayendra Prasad who is the scriptwriter of the film RRR was one of those whom the Prime Minister nominated to the Rajya Sabha in 2022.
It's a proud moment for Indian cinema as India bagged two big Oscar awards on Monday. Extending wishes to the winners, 'Gadar' director Anil Sharma congratulated team 'Elephant Whisperer' and 'RRR'.
"We are a proud nation today for winning two Oscars. The Elephant Whisperers highlights sustainable development and harmony with nature. But it also gives us a sense of women's development in India, with both the director and producers being women," he said.
On the occasion of two big wins at the Oscars, veteran actor Anupam Kher lauded teams of 'RRR' and 'Elephant Whisperer' for making India proud at the International level.
'RRR' Tamil version lyricist Madhan Karky expressed happiness and gratitude as his music piece 'Naatu Naatu' bagged an Oscar award in the 'Best Original song' category'.
Speaking about Rahul's knack for singing since his childhood days, his mother said, "He used to play music on the table. His father took notice of it and got him admitted to music school. Rahul took his lessons from Pandit Vitthal Rao."
Team 'RRR' and 'The Elephant Whisperers' both won at the 95th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, making it a historic day for Indian filmmakers and the audience.