1. PM Modi, in the final Mann Ki Baat of 2023, celebrated India’s dual triumph at the Oscars with “Naatu Naatu” from “RRR” and the documentary short “The Elephant Whisperers.”
2. The 108th episode of the radio broadcast witnessed the prime minister expressing joy over the global recognition of India’s creativity.
3. The Oscars’ success reflects India’s artistic prowess and highlights its profound connection with the environment, as emphasized by Modi.
New Delhi, Dec 31: In his last Mann Ki Baat address for 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s dual success at the Oscars with the song “Naatu Naatu” from “RRR” and the documentary short “The Elephant Whisperers.”
During the 108th episode of the radio broadcast, the prime minister expressed joy over India’s creativity being recognized globally. He noted that the world witnessed the country’s artistic prowess and understood its deep connection with the environment through the entertainment industry.
“Naatu Naatu,” a lively Telugu chartbuster composed by MM Keeravaani and written by Chandrabose, secured the Best Original Song award at the 95th Academy Awards. This accolade made SS Rajamouli’s “RRR” the first Indian feature film to win an Oscar.
Another noteworthy win was Netflix’s Tamil documentary “The Elephant Whisperers,” directed by Kartiki Gonsalves and produced by Guneet Monga. It became the first Indian production to secure an Oscar in the Documentary Short Film category.
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Prime Minister Modi emphasized the collective joy and pride of the entire nation upon learning about these honors. He conveyed that such accomplishments showcased India’s creativity on the global stage and underscored the nation’s profound connection with the environment.
In addition to celebrating India’s achievements, the Mann Ki Baat broadcast featured fitness tips shared by actor Akshay Kumar. Encouraging people to prioritize physical fitness and overall well-being, Kumar urged them to “live a fitter life” rather than a “filter life.”
