Which movie has been chosen as the India's official entry to Oscars 2019?
Options
A. Raees
B. Tubelight
C. Village Rockstars
D. Jagga Jasoos
Correct Answer
Village Rockstars
Explanation
Assamese movie "Village Rockstars" has been chosen to represent India in the Best Foreign Language category at the 91st Academy Awards 2019. The film, which is directed by Rima Das, also won the Best Feature film Award at the 65th National Film Awards. The film follows Dhunu, a girl who grows up in poverty and learns to fend for herself. However, that does not prevent her from following her dream of forming a rock band and owning a guitar someday.
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