Indian actress Deepika Padukone is not happy with the Oscars. She says the Academy often ignores Indian movies and actors. She spoke about this in a video on Instagram on March 24, 2025. She was at Paris Fashion Week, getting ready for the Louis Vuitton show. Deepika said it makes her sad to see Indian movies not get awards.
Deepika Padukone Talks About Oscars and Indian Cinema
Deepika said India has lost many Oscars that it should have won. She thinks many good movies and talented people did not get the recognition they deserved.
“India has been robbed of the Oscars many times. Many good movies and actors have been ignored,” she said.
Emotional Moment: RRR’s Big Win
Deepika talked about the 2023 Oscars when the song “Naatu Naatu” from the movie RRR won Best Original Song. She was in the audience and felt very happy. Even though she was not part of the movie, she felt proud as an Indian.
“I remember sitting there when they said RRR won. I felt so emotional. I had nothing to do with the movie, but it was a very special moment,” she said.
Deepika also introduced the song at the 2023 Oscars, making it even more important for her.
Indian Movies That Were Ignored
Deepika named some Indian movies that did not get nominated for Oscars. These include Tumbadd, The Lunchbox, Laapataa Ladies, and All We Imagine As Light. These movies got praise from critics but were not considered for the Academy Awards.
“Many great movies and actors were ignored. These films deserved more,” she said.
India’s Growing Influence in Cinema
Deepika’s words come at a time when more people around the world are watching Indian movies. RRR winning an Oscar was a big step, but people feel that more Indian films should get recognition. Even after RRR, many Indian movies do not get Oscar nominations.
Deepika Padukone: A Global Star
Deepika is famous not just in India but also around the world. She is a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton and recently attended their show at the Louvre in Paris. She also went to the Forbes 30/50 Global Summit in Abu Dhabi. She keeps making India proud on the world stage.
Adrien Brody Wins Best Actor at 2025 Oscars
Deepika also talked about the 2025 Oscars. She praised Adrien Brody for winning Best Actor for his role in The Brutalist. On Instagram, she wrote, “@adrienbrody take a bow!”
His win was one of the big moments of the night.
Why Are Indian Movies Ignored?
Deepika’s comments bring up an important question. Why do Indian movies not get more Oscars? Some people think the Academy does not give enough attention to films from outside Hollywood. Even when Indian movies are loved by audiences and critics, they do not get nominated.
This debate is becoming more important as Indian cinema gains more global fans.
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Conclusion: Indian Movies Deserve More Awards
Deepika Padukone’s words remind us that Indian movies need more recognition at the Oscars. The Academy has started noticing international films, but Indian cinema still has a long way to go.
Movies like RRR, Tumbadd, and The Lunchbox show the world the talent of Indian filmmakers. Will the Oscars finally give Indian movies the attention they deserve?
What Do You Think?
Do you agree with Deepika Padukone? Should Indian movies get more Oscars? Share your thoughts in the comments below!