Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 11: Renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli expressed his elation after the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) gave a special shoutout to his global hit RRR while unveiling a historic new Oscar category—Best Stunt Design—set to debut at the 100th Academy Awards in 2028.
🎬 RRR Recognized in Oscar’s Stunt Design Rollout
In their official announcement, the Academy referenced RRR alongside Tom Cruise’s Mission Impossible as examples of exceptional stunt work that helped inspire the creation of the new category, highlighting how crucial action design is to cinematic storytelling.
🗣️ Rajamouli Reacts with Joy
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Rajamouli shared his excitement and heartfelt gratitude:
“At last!! After a 100-year wait!!! Ecstatic for the new Oscars stunt design category for the films releasing in 2027! Huge thanks to David Leitch, Chris O’Hara, and the stunt community for making this historic recognition possible, and to @TheAcademy, CEO Bill Kramer, and President Janet Yang for honoring the power of stunt work. Thrilled to see #RRRMovie’s action visual shining in the announcement!”
— @ssrajamouli
📌 A Long-Awaited Milestone
- The Best Stunt Design category will debut at the 100th Oscars (2028) for films released in 2027.
- This marks the first time in Oscar history that stunt performers and action designers will be officially recognized.
- The move follows years of campaigning by Hollywood figures like David Leitch and Chris O’Hara, alongside support from global voices like Rajamouli.
💬 Industry Applause
Jeff Wolfe, president of the Stuntmen’s Association, called the announcement a “historic moment” for stunt professionals:
“This recognition validates the passion, innovation, creativity, and hard work that go into every fall, fight, and fireball. It’s not just a win for our industry—it’s a win for storytelling.”
🎥 What’s Next for Rajamouli?
The Baahubali and RRR director is already gearing up for his next epic:
- Project Title: SSB29 (tentative)
- Lead Actor: Mahesh Babu
- Writer: Vijayendra Prasad (Rajamouli’s father and frequent collaborator)
- Further cast and crew details remain under wraps.
Rajamouli’s global impact continues to grow, and this Oscar nod to RRR‘s stunning action only cements his place among cinema’s visionary storytellers.