The Oscars also known as the Academy Awards, are given for significant contributions to the film industry presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Beginning in 1929, this award is given in 24 categories with a ceremonial function at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.
Let’s check out the list of Indian Oscar winners till date:
Bhanu Athaiya: Bhanu Athaiya won the Academy Award in the “Best Custome Design” category for her exceptional work in the movie “Gandhi” in 1982.
Satyajit Ray: Satyajit Ray received an Honorary Oscar in 1992 for his lifetime achievements in the film industry.
Resul Pookutty: Resul Pookutty secured an Oscar in 2009 at the 81st Academy Awards in “Best Sound Mixing” for the song "Jai Ho" in the movie “Slumdog Millionaire”.
Gulzar: Gulzar Saheb clinched an Oscar for the Best Original Song category with the song "Jai Ho" at the 81st Academy Awards in 2009.
A R Rahman: The musical maestro won two Oscars in the "Best Original Score" and the "Best Original Song" category for the song "Jai Ho" in the film “Slumdog Millionaire” in 2009.
Kartiki Gonsalves: Marking her directional debut on a global stage, Kartiki Gonsalves won an Oscar in the "Best Documentary Short Film" category for her movie “The Elephant Whisperers” in 2023.
MM Keeravani and Chandrabose: Composer MM Keeravani and Chandrabose’s infectious song “Naatu Naatu” claimed an Oscar in the "Best Original Song" category at the 2023 Academy Awards.