“This is an incredibly powerful and historical moment. We as two women from India, stood on that global stage, making this a historical win. I’m so proud of this film, this moment, and my amazing team at Sikhya Entertainment, that an independent production house from India has made history by being the first ever Indian film by an Indian production to win an Oscar. My heart is racing with all the joy, love, and excitement in the moment. I’m so grateful to Kartiki, the wonderful visionary that she is. Netflix gave us the biggest stage in the world and supported us and believed in us all the way. Today I can say, the future for Indian cinema is audacious, the future is here; and not to forget, the future is truly female!”