RRR Spotlighted as Oscars Introduce Best Stunt Design Category

A New Era for Action Cinema Recognition

In a groundbreaking move, the Academy Awards has officially introduced a new category: Best Stunt Design, set to debut at the 100th Oscars in 2028. This marks a historic step toward honoring the creativity, precision, and sheer physicality of stunt professionals who bring action sequences to life on the big screen.

The addition of this category reflects a growing appreciation for stunt work as an integral art form in modern filmmaking — one that blends innovation with danger, storytelling with spectacle.

RRR Takes the Spotlight

As part of the category announcement, the Academy paid tribute to films that have redefined action on screen. Among the highlighted titles was SS Rajamouli’s epic action drama RRR, starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR.

The nod to RRR underscores its global resonance, particularly for its intense and imaginative stunt sequences that captured audiences worldwide. From electrifying fight choreography to adrenaline-pumping chase scenes, the film has been widely praised for pushing the boundaries of Indian and international cinema.

The RRR team responded with pride, stating:

“The proudest moment for all of us. So glad the world continues to celebrate RRR and its action… again and again and again.”

Long-Overdue Recognition for Stunt Artists

The creation of a stunt-specific category is a long-awaited recognition for the unsung heroes of action cinema — stunt coordinators, performers, designers, and teams who risk life and limb to make stories more thrilling.

While other major award platforms have already acknowledged stunt work, the Academy’s move brings long-overdue spotlight to an essential craft that combines athleticism, storytelling, and technical precision.

RRR’s Growing Legacy

This recognition adds another jewel to RRR’s already impressive legacy. The film has previously made waves on the global stage, winning hearts, awards, and even securing India’s first-ever Oscar for Best Original Song with “Naatu Naatu.”

Now, with the film being referenced in the Academy’s new category reveal, RRR once again proves its place among cinema’s greats — not just as a box office phenomenon, but as a beacon of innovation in action storytelling.