SS Rajamouli's magnum opus RRR has yet another reason to celebrate as the song Naatu Naatu has won the Academy Award 2023. The song has created history by becoming the first song from any Indian production to win in the Best Song category. The win has not only made the entire team of RRR proud but has also put Indian cinema on the global map.
Naatu Naatu is a folk song that showcases the traditional dance forms of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The song features lead actors Ram Charan and Jr. NTR along with a group of dancers, and it has been composed by MM Keeravani. The song's lyrics have been penned by Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry, and it has been sung by Kaala Bhairava.
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Mar 20, 2026Talking about the win, director SS Rajamouli says, "We are absolutely thrilled and overjoyed with the win. Naatu Naatu is a very special song for us, and we are glad that it has been recognized at the global level. It is an incredible feeling, and we feel honored to have brought this award home. It is a proud moment for all of us and for Indian cinema as a whole."
The win has been celebrated by fans and celebrities alike. Social media is abuzz with congratulatory messages, and many have called it a historic moment for Indian cinema. The win has also been seen as a validation of the growing global appeal of Indian films.
The song's composer, MM Keeravani, took to Twitter to express his joy. He wrote, "This is a dream come true! Naatu Naatu winning an Oscar is a testament to the incredible talent and hard work of the entire team. I am extremely grateful to be a part of this journey, and I thank everyone who believed in us."
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Mar 20, 2026Lyricist Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry also shared his excitement on Twitter. He wrote, "I am beyond words right now. To see a song that I wrote being recognized at the global level is truly an honor. Naatu Naatu is a song that is very close to my heart, and I am glad that it has found its way into the hearts of people around the world."
The win has come as a surprise to many, given that Naatu Naatu was not considered a front-runner in the Best Song category. However, the song's unique blend of folk music and modern beats, along with its visually stunning choreography, seems to have struck a chord with the Academy voters.
RRR is one of the most anticipated films of the year and features an ensemble cast, including Ram Charan, Jr. NTR, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn. The film is a fictional retelling of the lives of two freedom fighters, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, who fought against the British Raj and the Nizam of Hyderabad, respectively.
The film has been in the making for over three years and has been shot on a grand scale. The makers have left no stone unturned to make RRR a visual spectacle, and the film's trailer has already generated a lot of buzz among audiences.
Naatu Naatu winning an Oscar is a momentous occasion for Indian cinema. The win has put the spotlight on the growing global appeal of Indian films and music. RRR is one of the most anticipated films of the year, and the win has only added to the excitement surrounding its release. We congratulate the entire team of RRR for their historic win and wish them all the best for their future endeavors.
