India & Oscars Awards History
Indian History at Oscars Indian cinema has a long and rich history, and it has made significant contributions to the world of film. The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, have recognized Indian cinema in various categories over the years. Here are some notable moments in Indian cinema's history at the Oscars: "Mother India" (1957) was the first Indian film to be nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film category. "Salaam Bombay!" (1988) was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film category and also received nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Cinematography. "Lagaan" (2001) was the third Indian film to be nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film category. Although it did not win, it was a breakthrough moment for Indian cinema. A.R. Rahman became the first Indian to win two Oscars in one night in 2009 for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for the film "Slumdog Millionaire." "Slumdog Mil