Oscars 2024: Director Abhinav Sunder Nayak: Academy takes a full U-turn and recognises genuine talent

The prestigious Oscars ceremony for the year 2024 witnessed moments of triumph and recognition, notably with legendary director Christopher Nolan claiming the coveted Oscar for 'Oppenheimer,' and Emma Stone earning the Best Actress accolade for her remarkable performance in 'Poor Things.'

Amidst the celebration, Malayalam director Abhinav Sunder Nayak expressed his delight at the Oscars taking a refreshing turn towards acknowledging genuine talent.


In a Twitter post, Nayak shared his sentiments, stating, "For the past couple of years, I had completely lost interest in the #Oscars due to their political pandering. But this year, the academy takes a full U-turn and recognizes genuine talent instead. The Oscars are officially back, baby!

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The ‘Mukundan Unni Associates’ director’s tweet sparked a flood of comments appreciating the shift in the Oscars' approach. One comment highlighted the historic significance of Emma Stone's win, acknowledging her victory against formidable competition. Another commenter echoed Nayak's thoughts with a simple, "Same thought

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The 96th Academy Awards ceremony saw stars like Emma Stone, Emily Blunt, and Ryan Gosling coming together to celebrate outstanding performances in film. However, the spotlight shone brightly on 'Oppenheimer,' the blockbuster atomic bomb drama directed by Christopher Nolan, which secured an impressive seven wins out of its 13 nominations.