Thursday, 19 December 2024 Sohum Shah, whose film 'Tumbbad' was previously overlooked for Oscar consideration, downplays the importance of the awards. Following the controversy surrounding 'Laapataa Ladies' elimination, Shah emphasizes audience connection over accolades, citing 'Tumbbad's successful re-release as a greater achievement. He respects the FFI's subjective decision, asserting that Oscar selections aren't the ultimate measure of a film's quality.
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Thursday, 19 December 2024
