The Academy invites SS Rajamouli, Shabana Azmi to join class of 2024
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences welcomes SS Rajamouli and Shabana Azmi, alongside other notable figures, to its Class of 2024.
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, which had earlier announced the addition of a new category in the Oscar Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Film, decided not to go ahead with the change.
As per hollywoodreporter.com, following a special meeting of the board of governors, the Academy on Thursday announced that it is shelving the idea for the moment and will not launch the proposed new award at the next Oscar show.
Academy CEO Dawn Hudson said: “There has been a wide range of reactions to the introduction of a new award, and we recognize the need for further discussion with our members. We have made changes to the Oscars over the years, including this year, and we will continue to evolve while also respecting the incredible legacy of the last 90 years.”
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The new category was criticized by members and the public, who complained the change would be damaging to the industry by pandering to pedestrian tastes.
The 91st Oscars award ceremony will take place here on February 24.
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