Filmmaker SS Rajamouli has added another prestigious international recognition to his extraordinary journey. This visionary director, whose films have won indian movies During a visit to the Institut Lumière in Lyon, France, he presented the “Juliat 2026” honor to a global audience. As part of the event, his critically acclaimed films ‘Eega’ and ‘RRR’ were screened in front of a packed audience. This honor becomes even more special as Rajamouli’s name is permanently added to the Mur des Cinéastes (Wall of Filmmakers), a space dedicated to the memory of the greatest names in world cinema.
SS Rajamouli Share touching message after receiving honor
Rajamouli shared pictures of the unforgettable moment on social media and reflected on the emotional experience. He writes: “Visited the Lumiere Museum and Screening Room in Lyon, France, where Eega and RRR were packed. Thierry Frémaux, director of the Lumière Institute and the Cannes Film Festival, introduced me very politely. He then said he had planned a surprise and took me through the street where the film was born. I was already feeling emotional about everything going on around me. And this wall full of plaques. The names of legends like Martin Scorsese, Clint Eastwood, Quentin Tarantino, Francis Ford Coppola, etc… Then I noticed a plate covered with a red cloth. My mind went blank. I don’t even know what to say to get my name permanently inscribed in the House of Cinema alongside the greats. Only gratitude. Deeply, deeply humbled. Thanks to the Lumière Institute for giving me memories that will last a lifetime. ” His heartfelt message quickly earned him the admiration of fans and members of the film industry.
Another landmark moment for the critically acclaimed director
The latest accolade further enhances Rajamouli’s status as one of India’s most respected directors on the world stage. He directed the blockbusters “Eega”,BaahubaliBaahubali 2 and RRR redefined the scale of Indian cinema and earned him universal acclaim over the years. During his career, he has also received many prestigious awards such as the Padma Shri, many National Film Awards, Saturn Awards, New York Film Critics Circle Award and the Critics’ Choice Movie Award. His global fame reached new heights when RRR’s “Naatu Naatu” became the first Indian film song to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
SS Rajamouli is busy with Varanasi and Baahubali: Eternal War
While enjoying this latest honor, Rajamouli is busy with his upcoming projects. His much-anticipated film Varanasi with Mahesh Babu is in production and is one of the biggest films being produced in India. In addition, a new “Baahubali” animated epic “Baahubali: Eternal War” directed by Ishan Shukla will be released in 2027. As Rajamouli continues to receive accolades from across the globe, his impact on world cinema only grows stronger with each new achievement, becoming yet another proud moment for Indian cinema.
