Well-known Tollywood music director M. M. Keeravaani and lyricist K. Chandrabose, whose ‘Naatu Naatu’ song for Rajamouli’s blockbuster has earned the prestigious Oscar nomination, were felicitated by Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan on Republic Day.
The Telugu film personalities were honored during Republic Day celebrations held at Raj Bhavan. The governor presented them with a shawl and citation each on the occasion and congratulated them for their achievement.
Keeravaani January 12 received the Golden Globe award 2023 in the Best Original Song category for the song ‘Naatu Naatu’. On January 24, the song was nominated for Oscars 2023 in the Best Original Song category.
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The Union government on Saturday also announced Padma Shri for Keeravaani for his contributions to the field of art. Speaking to reporters at Raj Bhavan, Keeravaani said the Golden Globes award and Oscar nomination were not his achievements alone. “It’s an achievement of all my mentors, brothers, and supporters,” he said.
The governor also honored table tennis player Srija Akula and para-athlete K. Lokeshwari. Others who were felicitated include AM. Bala Lata is training civil services aspirants and Bhagwan Maheever Medical Relief Trust.
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