Nitin Chandrakant Desai, a renowned production director who created sets for blockbuster movies such as the Oscar-nominated "Lagaan" and "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam", was among the film personalities who were honoured in the 'In Memoriam' segment at the 96th Academy Awards.
Every year, the Academy Awards pay a tribute to industry legends who passed away in the last one year in its 'In Memoriam' montage. Desai, 57, was found hanging at his studio in Karjat near Mumbai on August 2, 2023.
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He was also known for his artwork in films such as "Jodhaa Akbar" and "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo" and the popular TV quiz show "Kaun Banega Crorepati." In his career spanning over 30 years, Desai worked closely with directors like Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Rajkumar Hirani, and Ashutosh Gowariker.