Elephant Whisperers is a short documentary film about an orphan elephant named Raghu and an indigenous couple who took care of him.
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The film showcases the deep emotional bond that grew between the elephant and the couple as they lived together.
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The documentary was directed by Kartiki Gonsalves and produced by Guneet Monga.
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The film was shot at Mudumalai National Park which is known for its greenery.
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Elephant Whisperers was released on the OTT platform Netflix in 2022.
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The film won the Best Documentary Short Subject award at the 95th Academy Awards in 2023.
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It is the first documentary from India to win an Oscar.
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Guneet Monga, the producer of the film, shared the winning moment on her Twitter account.
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The film highlights the importance of sustainable development and living in harmony with nature.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the filmmakers for their work and for making India proud.
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