SS Rajamouli’s ‘RRR’ Bags Oscar Nomination for Best Original Song ‘Naatu Naatu’; Two Indian Documentary Films Score Nominations in 2022 Oscars’ Best Documentary Categories
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Indian director SS Rajamouli’s much-awaited film ‘RRR’ has earned an Oscar nomination for the Best Original Song category at the 95th Academy Awards. The film’s song ‘Naatu Naatu’, composed by MM Keeravani and penned by Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry, has been nominated for the prestigious award. This marks a significant achievement for the Telugu film industry as it is the first time that an Indian film’s song has been nominated in this category.
The song ‘Naatu Naatu’ is a high-energy folk track that features vocals by Kaala Bhairava and Pooja Vaidyanath. It has garnered immense popularity among fans and music lovers alike. The song’s nomination at the Oscars is a testament to the growing global recognition of Indian cinema and music.
RRR, which stars NTR Jr., Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn, is a highly anticipated period action film that is set in the 1920s. The film is based on the lives of two freedom fighters, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, and is slated for a theatrical release in multiple languages.
The 95th Academy Awards ceremony will be held on March 27, 2023, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. We’ll have to wait until then to find out if ‘Naatu Naatu’ will take home the prestigious Oscar trophy.
Born on January 29, 1997, Olivia Morris is a talented English actress who has made her mark in both Indian and British entertainment industries. Morris is renowned for her outstanding performances in the Indian blockbuster film ‘RRR’ (2022) and the popular BritBox series ‘Hotel Portofino’ (2022).
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