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'A total banger': Fans hail RRR's 'Naatu Naatu' as live performance gets standing ovation at Oscars 2023

'Naatu Naatu' from 'RRR' was performed at the 2023 Oscars by Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava accompanied by a stellar dance group

DOLBY THEATRE, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Do you know about 'Naatu'? Because if not, you're about to. This is the introduction audience got at the 95th Academy Award from presenter and actress Deepika Padukone. With the exciting upbeat lingering throughout, 'Naatu Naatu' has always managed to keep the audience on their toes. The magic 'Naatu Naatu' created on screens was transferred to the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 12. 

'RRR' directed by the auteur SS Rajamouli has become a global phenomenon and particularly the song 'Naatu Naatu' has become sensational in the world with many nodding to the energetic track composed by MM Keeravaani with the lyrics from Chandrabose. And 'Naatu Naatu' has been one of the favorites this awards season, previously winning the Best Song award at Critics' Choice Movie Award and Golden Globes. And now 'Naatu Naatu' also managed to win the Academy Awards as well.

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Dance to the beat of 'Naatu Naatu'

Actress Deepika Padukone introduced the performance of the 'global sensation' 'Naatu Naatu'. Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava are the singers that provide their voices to the original song, which was described as a 'total banger' by Padukone. The passionate dancers stunned the audience with their incredible performance, which sent vibrations through the entire theatre. The live performance was complimented by the stunning replica of the video song from the movie. The enthusiastic audience gave 'Naatu Naatu' a standing ovation after the live performance.

'You can't help but dance listening to it'

And the vibe from the 'Naatu Naatu' has reached the internet with several praising the live performance. One fan added, "You can't help but dance listening to it." While another fan added, "One of the most amazing performances I've seen at the Oscars in a very long time! Standing ovation. I'll be watching the movie after this!" While another fan added, "Amazing to see naatu naatu performance live at oscars..very difficult steps but brilliantly executed on live tv #NaatuNaatu #India." While another fan appreciated the live dancers by commenting, "Considering that it was a live performance without any retakes I think the two dancers did justice! Amazing choreography and overall performance!"

A fan wrote, "The music and dance that we have it’s second to none and this song and dance shows we can do the magic without a drop of vulgar words or dance moves - well done RRR - makers actors signers and dancers." While another added, "And that's How you win it!!!!! Performing Live For an Indian song at Oscars, A Once in Life time Feat Kudos #RRRMovie."

'Naatu Naatu' has created an Oscars history by winning Best Song for being the first ever Indian Production to be nominated and to win at the Oscars.

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