Naatu Naatu WINS Oscar 2023
The Academy Awards 2023 have made history with the first-ever win for an Indian film song in the Best Song category. Naatu Naatu, composed by MM Keeravaani and sung by Kaala Bhairava and Rahul Sipligunj, from SS Rajamouli's RRR, took home the award. The song has set a new record in the Indian film industry and has made the country proud on a global platform.
The song had to compete with other nominees, such as Applause (Tell It Like a Woman), Hold My Hand (Top Gun Maverick), Lift Me (Black Panther Wakanda Forever), and This is a Life (Everything Everywhere All at Once), and emerged victorious. MM Keeravaani accepted the award with a Namaste, showcasing Indian cultural traditions.
Naatu Naatu has been a craze amongst audiences, and its popularity was evident at the Oscars ceremony. A spoof performance of the song was presented at the beginning of the ceremony, where Jimmy Kimmel was driven off the stage by dancers performing the Naatu Naatu hook step. A live performance of the song was also presented by Kaala Bhairava and Rahul Sipligunj on stage, while Ram Charan and Jr NTR cheered from the audience. Dancers set the stage on fire with their energetic moves, and Lauren Gottlieb was one of them. The performance received a standing ovation from the audience.
RRR has been winning awards and accolades in the US and other countries, making it one of the most successful Indian films in recent times. The film has made it to the BAFTA 2023 longlist in the Film Not in the English Language category, won the Golden Globes in the Best Original Song category, and bagged the Best Song at the 28th edition of the Critics Choice Awards, among others.
Naatu Naatu's win at the Oscars 2023 is a proud moment for India and its film industry. Recognizing an Indian film song on a global platform is a significant achievement that will inspire filmmakers, musicians, and artists to push boundaries and create exceptional content. The win will also help to promote Indian culture and music to a global audience, creating new opportunities for the industry.
In conclusion, Naatu Naatu's win at the Oscars 2023 is a moment of pride and joy for India. The song has made history and created a new benchmark for the Indian film industry. The win is a testament to the talent, hard work, and dedication of the team behind RRR and showcases the power of Indian music and culture on a global platform.
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