Lauren Gottlieb to perform on ‘RRR’ song ‘Naatu Naatu’ at Oscars 2023
American actor Lauren Gottlieb will perform on the song Naatu Naatu at Oscars 2023
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Gottlieb said she was “beyond excited” to represent India at the prestigious event in her Instagram announcement on March 10.
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M.M. Keeravaani’s joyously energetic anthem Naatu Naatu from the film RRR has become an international phenomenon. After winning a Golden Globe for Best Original Song, Naatu Naatu also bagged an Oscar nomination in the same category
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The song has been watched more than 124 million times on YouTube and has inspired a host of TikTok and Instagram videos.
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It was earlier reported that singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava will make the journey to the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to perform the song at Oscars 2023.
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Lauren Gottlieb’s announcement puts to rest any speculation that Ram Charan and Jr NTR, on whom the original was picturised, will take the stage at Oscars 2023.
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“I’m performing on ‘Naatu Naatu’ at the OSCARS!!!!!! I’m beyond excited to represent India on the most prestigious stage in the world. Wish me luck!” Gottlieb said in her Instagram post.
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While the Oscars have traditionally rewarded excellence in the American film industry
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Oscars this year with three nominations – besides Naatu Naatu from RRR for Best Original Song
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Moreover, Deepika Padukone will be in attendance as the third-ever Indian presenter at the Oscars.