Oscars: 'RRR' Star Jr NTR Added To Academy's List Of New Member Class Of Actors
The Academy's actor branch also includes Ke Huy Quan, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Kerry Condon and Rosa Salazar.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has shared its list of new member class of actors and one prominent Indian name is on it! Can you guess, who it is? 'RRR' star Jr NTR has managed to find himself on the list. The Academy's actor branch also includes Ke Huy Quan, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Kerry Condon and Rosa Salazar. The Academy made the announcement on Instagram.
"In the capable hands of these dedicated and gifted performers, stories transcend the confines of imagination, taking on a tangible, visceral existence that captivates viewers around the world. Through their nuanced expressions, compelling gestures, and authentic portrayals, they bridge the gap between fiction and reality, allowing us to see ourselves in the struggles, joys, and triumphs of the characters they bring to life," the Academy wrote.
"The Academy is thrilled to welcome Ke Huy Quan, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Kerry Condon, N.T. Rama Rao Jr., and Rosa Salazar to the Actors Branch," it added.
Check out the post here:
Here are some of the comments:
"Lots of love from India for including Jr. NTR," wrote one user.
"Our Jr. NTR from India is there, Amazing Academy," wrote another user.
"So happy to see Jr NTR in the list," wrote another user.
"No need for awards... This is just enough what NTR acting is," commented one user.
For the unversed, Jr NTR became a global name after starring in SS Rajamouli's 'RRR', alongside Ram Charan.
Speaking of 'RRR', the Telugu film ruled the roost when it comes to international awards.
At the Critics Choice Awards, 'RRR' won two awards - Best Foreign Language Film and Best Original Song for 'Naatu Naatu'. The track also won the Best Song at the 80th Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles and the song also brought home the Oscar.
Talking about Jr NTR, the actor will next be seen in 'Devara' alongside Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor. The actor also has 'War 2' in the pipeline, in which, he will be sharing the screen with Hrithik Roshan.
