Director Santosh Devkhar knew what he wanted when he approached legendary composer Iliyaraja for his film. knotted. In fact, he was so confident in his vision that he told the composer that he was making a film that would represent India at the Oscars, a very daring introduction.

Recalling his first meeting with Illayaraja, Devakhar shared an interesting anecdote about how he introduced himself and the film. “You won’t believe this, but when I first met Ilayaraja, I told him that I am making a film that will represent India at the Oscars. I also told this to his manager. I was very clear about what I wanted to achieve,” he said.

Asked how they introduced themselves, Devakhar confirmed that it was. He also revealed that he wanted to make something special, especially since the film could potentially earn Ilayaraja his sixth National Film Award.

However, the grandiose Oscar ambitions did not impress the legendary composer much.

“But Ilayaraja was not impressed. The Oscar speech didn’t really impress him, but I was confident,” Devakhar recalled.

And it seems Devkhar’s belief was backed by his determination to see the film reach the biggest possible platform. knotted It has now achieved an important milestone by being selected as India’s official entry for the Oscars.

Actor Yogesh Sohoni, who is part of the film, also recalled the excitement surrounding the announcement. He revealed that the team received individual phone calls from Satish sir the night before the official announcement, telling each member that the next day would bring big news.

“We were told the next day would be a big day and big news. I said, ‘Okay, crossing our fingers.’ So I was hopeful. And then, the next morning, the news actually came! Sohoni said.

Meanwhile, Devkhar revealed that he was ready for the celebration even before the announcement. “You won’t believe it, but I had already prepared the flags of India,” he said.

Sohoni added that the team is all set to celebrate with flags, drums and full enthusiasm.

What began as an unauthentically ambitious introduction to one of India’s greatest music composers has now turned into a stunning achievement. knotted team, with the film carrying India’s hopes on the international stage.