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Manoj Muntashir Declares India Has Reclaimed Its Roots After Winning National Award
✍️ Free Press Journal
🗓 26 Jul 2026, 04:48 PM
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National award‑winning lyricist Manoj Muntashir reflected on India’s cultural resurgence, saying the country has moved away from a colonial mindset and returned to its indigenous roots.
Manoj Muntashir, known for his work in Bollywood and the national anthem, received the National Film Award for Best Lyrics at the 68th National Film Awards.
In an interview with Free Press Journal, he said India has shifted away from colonial narratives and is embracing its own cultural heritage.
He credited the growing popularity of indigenous languages and stories in mainstream media as a sign of this shift.
The award and his remarks come amid a broader conversation about decolonizing Indian arts and media.
In an interview with Free Press Journal, he said India has shifted away from colonial narratives and is embracing its own cultural heritage.
He credited the growing popularity of indigenous languages and stories in mainstream media as a sign of this shift.
The award and his remarks come amid a broader conversation about decolonizing Indian arts and media.