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Jr. NTR Honors Telugu Dance Icons with 'Naatu Naatu' Tribute at RRR London Event

During a special screening at Royal Albert Hall, Jr. NTR revealed the Oscar-winning song as a homage to Chiranjeevi and Balakrishna, celebrating their legacy in Telugu cinema.

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Overview

  • 'Naatu Naatu,' which won the 2023 Academy Award for Best Original Song, was described by Jr. NTR as a tribute to legendary Telugu dancers Chiranjeevi and Balakrishna.
  • Jr. NTR made this heartfelt revelation during a celebratory RRR screening and live orchestral concert at London's Royal Albert Hall on May 11, 2025.
  • The actor highlighted the familial and cultural ties, noting Chiranjeevi as Ram Charan's father and Balakrishna as his own uncle, both pivotal figures in Telugu cinema's dance legacy.
  • RRR, directed by S. S. Rajamouli and starring Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, has become a global cultural phenomenon with record-breaking box office success and international acclaim.
  • Jr. NTR is now preparing for his next major project, tentatively titled 'NTRNeel,' directed by Prashanth Neel, promising another high-octane cinematic experience.