SS Rajamouli says 'RRR is a Telegu film, Not Bollywood'; Netizens react

RRR, directed by SS Rajamouli, has been a big success with the Western audience. RRR won the award for Best Original Song for Naatu Naatu at the just concluded Golden Globes 2023. The RRR crew is now campaigning for an Oscar nomination for the film in Hollywood. In a recent conversation about the film, director SS Rajamouli described RRR as a "Telugu film from the south of India," sparking a wide range of views on the internet.

In a recent interview, SS Rajamouli was joined by star Jr NTR, and they discussed the film's reaction and how it became such a global phenomenon. They also discussed the process of shooting the song Naatu Naatu, and how difficult it was to complete the shot.

SS Rajamouli introduced the film

Ahead of the RRR screening, the director spoke to a group of journalists at the Directors Guild of America. Rajamouli stated when introducing his film, "This isn't a Bollywood film. This is a Telugu film from my hometown in southern India. But, rather than stopping the film and offering you a piece of music or a dance, I employ songs to carry the story along. I use those elements to advance the plot." In an interview following the screening of the film, Rajamouli was joined by Jr NTR for a discussion, during which the actor discussed working with the filmmaker and how grateful he is to have been given the opportunity to be a part of the film.

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Netizens say 'Don't be biased'

Netizens were divided by Rajamouli's statements, which were shared on Twitter. RRR is nominated from India, South India or Telugu are not included (cinema). Do not (be) biased against a certain place or language. Also, Bollywood, not a film business, represents India." Another responded, "Why are you expecting all Indian movies to be portrayed as Bollywood?"

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