Overview
- The Cinémathèque Française gave S. S. Rajamouli a permanent named seat following a Paris tribute that screened his films and hosted a masterclass, an event staged in late June.
- The retrospective presented RRR, Eega and Baahubali: The Beginning and included a public masterclass that drew filmmakers, critics and fans to Paris venues including the Grand Rex.
- Oscar‑winner Costa‑Gavras, 93, surprised organisers by staying roughly eight hours to view screenings and attend the masterclass, a gesture reported by Rajamouli’s son and event coverage.
- Rajamouli publicly thanked Costa‑Gavras and the Cinémathèque on X, and used his Paris appearances to promote his next film, Varanasi, which sources say is in production and eyed for an April 2027 global release.
- The Cinémathèque’s recognition, supported by the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne and India’s Ministry of External Affairs, builds on the archive’s history of honoring major filmmakers and highlights a growing embrace of Indian mainstream cinema in international institutions.