Indians gushing with pride as India shines at Oscars
24 Feb 2009, 1023 hrs IST, PTI
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CHICAGO: A R Rahman's twin victory at the Oscars as also an Academy Award
for 'Smile Pinky' has Indians in the US gushing with pride as they
watched their
homeland shining at the biggest award night in movie world.
'Slumdog Millionaire', that had been raking in all major international
awards, completed its victory lap yesterday as it swept 8 Academy Awards,
including two for Rahman and a gold statuette each for lyricist Gulzar and
sound technician Resul Pookutty.
"It is a big year for India at the Oscars. For Indians staying abroad, it is
a matter of immense pride when something that represents India gets
recognition at such a global scale," Sangeeta Singh, assistant director at a
New York City school said.
India has been trying to make a mark at the Oscars for a long time now and
did it this year - from Rahman's performance, the Indian dance and music to
the child actors of 'Slumdog Millionaire' and 'Smile Pinky', Singh added.
She said Rahman's music has been widely accepted in the US and Americans
recognise Indian music more through his work.
Congratulating Rahman, city-based entrepreneur Mamta Anand said the music
maestro was the show stealer at awards night and "we are extremely proud of
his achievement."
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