City residents and celebrities are overjoyed with the success of the south Indian hit song “Naatu Naatu” at the 95th Academy Awards. The song, part of the movie “RRR”, received the Oscar award for Best Original Song.
For many in Bihar, this win represents a glimmer of hope that Indian regional cinema will someday break Bollywood’s dominance on the world stage. “This award is a moment of pride for all of us. It shows that great art can come from anywhere, and that talent can be recognized regardless of which region it comes from,” said actor Neetu Chandra.