- By Srishti Pandey
- Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:07 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
James Cameron on RRR: Hollywood filmmaker James Cameron expressed his sincere appreciation for Indian cinema and director SS Rajamouli's magnum opus, RRR. The Avatar director's comments, made during the recent Saturn Awards, underscored the significance of RRR's international success and its contribution to the global film landscape.
Reflecting on their memorable encounter at the Critics' Choice Awards in 2023, Cameron reminisced about his conversation with Rajamouli, where he openly commended the filmmaker's exceptional work on RRR. "Well, I was being honest with him at the time that I thought it was spectacular work. It was great to see Indian cinema bursting out onto the world stage with broad acceptance," Cameron shared when asked about their meeting.
The interaction between Cameron and Rajamouli has been a topic of much discussion since their initial rendezvous, with fans eagerly awaiting any insight into their exchange. The warmth and mutual respect exhibited between the two visionaries have only served to amplify the excitement surrounding RRR and its impact on the global cinematic landscape.
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The official handle of RRR enthusiastically shared Cameron's remarks, expressing gratitude for his encouraging words. "James Cameron… Your precious words always inspire us to strive for better and be the best. We strongly believe Indian cinema is going to break all boundaries and grow to its fullest," the post read, encapsulating the shared sentiment of pride and optimism within the Indian film community.
James Cameron.. 🤗
— RRR Movie (@RRRMovie) February 7, 2024
Your precious words always inspire us to strive better and be the best.
We strongly believe Indian cinema is going to break all boundaries and grow to its fullest. ❤️ #RRRMovie pic.twitter.com/pzHjGQNZnC
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In 2023, RRR made history by clinching prestigious accolades such as the Golden Globe and Oscar awards for its riveting song "Naatu Naatu." Rajamouli's elation at receiving praise from Cameron was palpable, as he took to Instagram to express his gratitude, recalling the surreal moment when the legendary director spent a whole 10 minutes analyzing their movie. "As you said, I AM ON TOP OF THE WORLD... Thank you both," Rajamouli expressed, clearly overwhelmed by the acknowledgement from one of his idols.
Meanwhile, Cameron's achievements continue to soar, with the celebrated filmmaker clinching four awards at the Saturn Awards, including one for best film direction for his latest instalment, Avatar: The Way of Water. Despite his illustrious career, Cameron remains humble and forward-thinking, hinting at sequels for Avatar while expressing his enjoyment of collaborating with talented individuals. Anticipation is also building for Rajamouli's next venture, which promises to be an action-packed adventure starring Mahesh Babu. Fans are eagerly waiting for the unveiling of yet another masterpiece from the Baahubali director.