It is a proud moment for Indian cinema as RRR's popular track Naatu Naatu won the Oscars for Best Original Song. Helmed by S.S. Rajamouli, the musical masterpiece was an M.M. Keeravaani creation that featured Jr. NTR and Ram Charan. The hook step of Naatu Naatu went viral the moment it was released. Naatu Naatu craze was a spectacular affair as it was performed live on the stage of the 95th Academy Awards. What made it authentic was Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone introducing the same.

Being in attendance as a presenter at Oscars 2023, Deepika Padukone was a proud Indian who called Naatu Naatu a 'total banger.' She also mentioned how the RRR masterpiece was 'the first song ever from an Indian production to be nominated for an Oscar.' Performed by Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava, Naatu Naatu's live performance at The 95th Academy Awards enthralled the audience with its colorful costumes, feet-tapping tunes, and power-packed dance.

Deepika Padukone introduces Naatu Naatu's live performance

The Padmaavat actress wore a floor-touch off-shoulder stark black gown paired with a statement diamond necklace. Introducing the Naatu Naatu live performance on the Academy Awards stage, she said, "If you don't know Naatu, you're about to." See what Deepika said while introducing the Oscar-winning song.

'If you don't know Naatu, your about to' #DeepikaPadukone announces #NaatuNaatu performance at #Oscars #RRRMovie | #AcademyAwards

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mdash Abhi (@abhi_is_online) March 13, 2023

Naatu Naatu was competing against Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Diane Warren. It became the first ever song from an Indian film to win the prestigious award.

Live Performance of Naatu Naatu

Headlined by Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava, Naatu Naatu's live performance entertained the audience to the fullest. A spoof performance of Jimmy Kimmel being driven off the stage by the dancers whilst performing the hook step cracked up the audience.

Here's the energetic performance of "Naatu Naatu" from #RRR at the #Oscars. https://t.co/ndiKiHeOT5 pic.twitter.com/Lf2nP826c4

mdash Variety (@Variety) March 13, 2023

Even though the original actors Ram Charan and Jr. NTR did not shake a leg, it was Lauren Gottlieb who set the stage on fire by her power-packed moves.

About RRR

S.S. Rajamouli's fictional drama is based on the story of two revolutionaries which explores the friendship between Ram Charana and Jr. NTR and their journey away from home. Along with the two Telugu superstars, the movie also features Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn in pivotal roles.