Chopra acknowledged the challenges encountered by South Asian actors in Hollywood as the ceremony got underway. She claimed that without South Asians who battled the prejudices to guarantee that our stories were not merely cliches, those of us who campaigned for actors to have bigger leading roles, it would not have been possible. According to Variety, those of you who battled for stories of South Asian heritage to be the norm, not the exception, but to be typical.
Source: Filmfare.com
Also honoured were Mindy Kaling and Never Have I Ever, her well-liked Netflix series. The programme tells the tale of a teenage Indian girl adjusting to life in America while juggling high school, her immigrant family, and her South Asian identity. The documentary All That Breathes, the soundtrack from Everything Everywhere All at Once, the song Naatu Naatu by RRR, the documentary shorts The Elephant Whisperers and Stranger at the Gate, and the shortlisted international feature, Joyland, were all honoured during the event.
Several South Asian A-list celebrities, including NT Rama Rao Jr., Malala Yousafzai, Mindy Kaling, Preity Zinta, Freida Pinto, Aziz Ansari, Kal Penn, and others, attended the event. According to The Hollywood Reporter, many of the celebrities wore Falguni Shane Peacock clothing.
Source: Zee News English
Last Sunday saw the conclusion of the 2023 Academy Awards without any scandalous incidents or embarrassing slaps. Even if there is still a long way to go in terms of gender equity and representation, it was undoubtedly a tremendous night for international stars. In all categories, there were 62 international nominations as opposed to 63 Domestic ones.
The Best Actress prize was first won by an Asian, Michelle Yeoh. Asians have often been stereotyped as the supporting cast for primary, White characters. Nonetheless, the Academy received criticism for the absence of Indian dancers during the on-stage performance of the Best Song winner, Naatu Naatu.
Statement jewellery was one style that caught attention on the red carpet. Sofia Carson wore Chopard jewellery, while Deepika Padukone opted for a Cartier necklace with a yellow diamond drop. Angela Bassett was wearing a serpentine Bulgari necklace.
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