India enthuses over Oscars for ‘Naatu Naatu,’ elephant doc

By OMER FAROOQ
Associated Press

HYDERABAD, India (AP) — India celebrated its two historic Academy Awards with enthusiasm befitting the high-energy best original song “Naatu Naatu.” The dance anthem from the blockbuster Telugu-language action epic “RRR” is the first from an Indian film to earn a nomination and win and has dazzled audiences everywhere with its energetic tempo and choreography. “The Elephant Whisperers” was named best short documentary at Sunday night’s ceremony in a first for an Indian production. From Indian celebrities and politicians to cricketers and regular citizens, social media in India was awash with congratulations.