Naatu Naatu song from the blockbuster RRR has bagged Oscars 2023 nominations in the Best Original Song category. MM Keeravaani composed the music and the lyrics were written by Chandrabose. After earning the nomination, lyricist Chandrabose in an interview said that the song belongs to his village, childhood, and his family background. The song was choreographed by Prem Rakshith.
Speaking to India Today, Chandrabose said, “I am extremely happy and would like to thank Keeravaani sir and Rajamouli sir from the bottom of my heart. For a writer coming from a small village and humble background, this is a great achievement for me.”
He further added, “Whatever is written in the song, it belongs my village, my childhood and family background. My feelings and memories have been put in words.”
When asked about Oscar nomination, Chandrabose said, “It is unbelievable and incredible for me. There were 15 songs in the list and Naatu Naatu was one among them. I thought there was a competition between a song from Avatar and Naatu Naatu. However, the song from Avatar didn’t make it and Naatu Naatu is in the Top 5.”
Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava crooned the song and it also won the Golden Globes 2023 for Best Original Song.