4 Indian Films That Conquered Oscars & Box Office

• Four Indian films (Salaam Bombay, Lagaan, Slumdog Millionaire, RRR) are highlighted for their box office success and Oscar recognition.
• Salaam Bombay (1998), Mira Nair's debut, depicted Mumbai slum life, received an Oscar nomination, and won a National Award.
• Lagaan (2001), starring Aamir Khan, was an Oscar-nominated period drama about villagers challenging British rule via cricket.
• Slumdog Millionaire (2008) became a global sensation, winning 8 Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Original Song for A.R. Rahman's "Jai Ho."
• RRR (2022), directed by SS Rajamouli, was a record-breaking hit with its song "Naatu Naatu" winning an Oscar for Best Original Song.

Why It Matters: These films highlight Indian cinema's global impact and Oscar success through compelling stories.