As someone who has scored music for films across various Indian languages, including Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil, MM Keeravaani underlined the importance of having a strong rapport with directors.

This honour places her among 487 artists and executives worldwide selected for their significant contributions to the film industry.

Calling it “a sweet surprise”, the official X page of RRR on Monday expressed gratitude to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for including the film at this year’s awards.

With the Oscars unveiling a fresh category to recognize casting achievements, Hindi cinema's casting directors are urging for a comparable accolade in their industry, emphasizing the need to acknowledge the often-overlooked contributions of the unsung crew.

The ceremony, organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.