Who received two Oscars in 2009 for composing the music of ‘Slumdog Millionaire’?
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Correct Answer:
A. R. Rahman
Explanation:
Renowned Indian music composer A. R. Rahman won two Academy Awards (Oscars) in 2009 for his exceptional work on the film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. He received the honors in the categories of Best Original Score and Best Original Song (for the global chartbuster "Jai Ho", shared with lyricist Gulzar). This milestone made him the first Indian to win two Oscars in a single night.
Additional Points:
Alongside A. R. Rahman, sound designer Resul Pookutty also won an Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing for the same film, making it a historic night for Indian cinema.
Important Questions and Answers:
Question: For which specific song did A. R. Rahman win the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009?
Answer: "Jai Ho".
Question: Who directed the film 'Slumdog Millionaire'?
Answer: Danny Boyle.