Oscars for Rahman, Pookutty; Slumdog`s total haul is 8

Los Angeles, Feb 23 (PTI) A R Rahman Monday created
history by becoming the first Indian to win two Oscars for his
score in "Slumdog Millionaire" which swept the Academys
winning eight awards including one for sound engineer Resul
Pookutty.

The film, named the best at the Oscars, also fetched
Danny Boyle the Best Director award, Simon Beaufoy best
Adapted Screenplay and Anthony Dod Mantle the best
Cinematography award.

The rags-to-riches drama was also awarded for best
Editing. PTI