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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Backs 'Ramayana' for Oscars, Says He'll Be Disappointed If It Loses
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 07 Aug 2026, 11:48 AM
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Maharashtra's former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has publicly backed the film 'Ramayana' for the Oscars, stating he would be disappointed if it fails to win.
At a press briefing in Mumbai, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis voiced his support for the film "Ramayana" in its bid for an Oscar nomination. He remarked, "I will be disappointed if it doesn’t win," underscoring his confidence in the film’s potential.
The film is an adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, aiming to bring the story to a global audience. Fadnavis highlighted the cultural significance of the narrative and its relevance to international viewers.
Fadnavis’s endorsement comes as India prepares to submit its entry for the Best International Feature Film category. The support from a prominent political figure is expected to add visibility to the film’s Oscar campaign.
The announcement has drawn attention from both the film industry and the public, with many hoping that "Ramayana" will secure a place among the nominees and bring recognition to Indian cinema on the world stage.
The film is an adaptation of the ancient Indian epic, aiming to bring the story to a global audience. Fadnavis highlighted the cultural significance of the narrative and its relevance to international viewers.
Fadnavis’s endorsement comes as India prepares to submit its entry for the Best International Feature Film category. The support from a prominent political figure is expected to add visibility to the film’s Oscar campaign.
The announcement has drawn attention from both the film industry and the public, with many hoping that "Ramayana" will secure a place among the nominees and bring recognition to Indian cinema on the world stage.