Indian actor
Ali Fazal and veteran British
actor
Judi Dench-starrer 'Victoria & Abdul' has been nominated for the Oscars in two categories. The period drama, directed by
Stephen Frears, has received nods for Best Costume Design, and Best Make-up and Hairstyling.
The film is Fazal's first major international project in which he played Indian servant, Abdul to Dench's Queen Victoria. The British-American biographical drama narrates the story of a unique bond between the two titular characters - different in age, ethnicity, position and gender.
'Victoria & Abdul' is based on the book of same name by
Shrabani Basu
. The nominations for the 90th Academy Awards were announced today. The award ceremony will be held on March 4.
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