RRR took the global stage with a storm. Ever since the release of the movie, it has been receiving applause from all around the world. Like the movie, the song Naatu-Naatu was showered with love by people from all backgrounds.
Naatu Naatu is a lively song from the movie RRR, directed by S. S. Rajamouli. The music for the song has been composed by M. M. Keeravani. Recently at the 95th Oscars, the song received the Oscar for best original song and became the first song from an Asian film to win the award.
Here are a few interesting facts about the song Naatu Naatu from RRR:
Ukraine Connection
The filming of the song took place in Mariinsky Palace, Kyiv which is the residence of Ukraine's President. The filming was done a few months before the onset of the Russian-Ukraine conflict.
19 Months
The entire process of recording the song took 19 months to complete. The composer Keeravaani made 20 tunes, all of which were put to vote. The tune we are currently grooving to was voted by the Majority of the RRR team.
110 Dance Moves
For the hookup step, the choreographer Prem Rakshith composed nearly 110 moves but Rajamouli selected the one that went on to become a sensation. The hookup step has taken the world by storm with people from around the world trying to imitate the step.
18 Takes
NTR Jr and Ram Charan had to perform the hookup step 18 times to the satisfaction of the Director SS Rajamouli. He finally okayed the 2nd take as he thought it was in perfect sync.
15 Days Shooting
It took nearly 15 days to shoot the entire video for Naatu Naatu. The song featured about 50 dancers and 400 extras.
6 Awards and a Few Nominations
Naatu Naatu has won quite a few awards on the international stage and it continues to be a global sensation even after a year of its release.
Fusion of Different Musical Styles
"Naatu Naatu" is a fusion of different musical styles, including Dance-pop, Indian folk, and Western classical. The song's music director, M. M. Keeravani, has incorporated a variety of instruments to create a unique sound that blends traditional and modern elements.
Here's a list of a few of the awards that Naatu Naatu won:
- Oscars (Best Original Song)
- Critics' Choice Awards (Best Song)
- Golden Globe Awards (Best Original Song)
- Hollywood Critics Association (Best Original Song)
- Houston Film Critics Society (Best Original Song)
- Online Film Critics Society (Original Song)
Conclusion
"Naatu Naatu" is a lively and upbeat song that celebrates the joys of Indian life. With its fusion of different musical styles and energetic vocals, the song is a hit with fans of Indian music. The song's music video features stunning visuals that capture the beauty of India and add to the song's overall appeal. Whether you're a fan of Indian music or simply looking for a catchy tune to brighten your day, the Oscar won song "Naatu Naatu" is worth a listen.
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