Filmmaker SS Rajamouli has added yet another international recognition to his incredible journey. A visionary director, whose films have taken Indian movie to an international audience, he was honored with the recognition of ‘Juliat 2026’ during his visit to the Institut Lumière in Lyon, France. As part of the event, screenings of his popular films ‘Eega’ and ‘RRR’ were held in front of packed audiences. The honor was made even more special when Rajamouli’s name was permanently added to the Mur des Cinéastes (Wall of Filmmakers), a place dedicated to the world’s biggest names.
SS Rajamouli shares a message of emotion after receiving the honor
Rajamouli took to social media to share pictures of the memorable event and share his experience. He wrote, “I visited the Lumière Museum and the exhibition room where ‘Eega’ and ‘RRR’ were shown to the whole house in Lyon, France. Thierry Frémaux, director of the Institut Lumière and the Cannes Film Festival, was kind enough to introduce me. I was already affected by everything that was happening around me. And there’s this wall full of stationery. The names of legends such as Martin Scorsese, Clint Eastwood, Quentin Tarantino, Francis Ford Coppola … and then I saw a plate covered with a red cloth. My mind was empty. I don’t know what to say for the honor of having my name in the Mur des Cinéastes, along with the greats. Just thanks. Seriously, humbly. Thank you, Institut Lumière, for a lifetime memory. ” His heartfelt note caught the attention of fans and members of the film’s crew.
Another important moment for the famous director
The latest honor only adds to Rajamouli’s stature as one of India’s most popular directors worldwide. He directed the blockbusters ‘Eega,’Baahubali,’ ‘Baahubali 2’ and ‘RRR’ which have redefined the growth of Indian cinema and given it international recognition over the years. During his career, he has also received many prestigious awards such as Padma Shri, National Film Awards, Saturn Awards, New York Film Critics Circle Award, and Critics’ Choice Movie Award. His international fame reached its peak when ‘Naatu Naatu’ from RRR became the first song from an Indian film to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
SS Rajamouli is busy with ‘Varanasi’ and ‘Baahubali: The Eternal War’
While basking in the latest accolades, Rajamouli is busy with his upcoming projects. Her much awaited movie ‘Varanasi’ with Mahesh Babu is in production and is one of the biggest Indian movies ever made. The re-release of a new movie of ‘Baahubali’ called ‘Baahubali: The Eternal War’ directed by Ishan Shukla will expand the universe in 2027. As Rajamouli continues to receive honors from all over the world, his impact on the world cinema only increases with each new success, making it a proud moment for Indian cinema.
