With its two Oscar wins in 2023, the Indian cinema industry has recently marked a momentous milestone. The much-acclaimed film RRR by SS Rajamouli has won the coveted award for the Best Original Song for Naatu Naatu, while ‘The Elephant Whispers’ by Guneet Monga has been honored with the Best Documentary (Short) award.
People around the country have been celebrating this amazing achievement, and many have taken to social media to share their delight and pride. The Indian film community and movie fans wholeheartedly celebrate team RRR’s stunning accomplishment, which is proof of the skill and originality of Indian filmmakers.
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However, amid all the congratulations and celebrations, the debate around regional pride has again become a hot topic of discussion. While the majority of people are busy with celebrations, singer Adnan Sami recently bashed Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s congratulatory tweet to RRR, which led to a barrage of mixed reactions.
Adnan Sami slams Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy for bringing regional pride amid celebrations
It all started when Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy congratulated Team RRR for winning the Oscars. Taking to Twitter, he wrote,
“The #Telugu flag is flying higher! I’m filled with pride on a Telugu song, that so beautifully celebrates our folk heritage, being given its due recognition internationally today. @ssrajamouli, @tarak9999, @AlwaysRamCharan and @mmkeeravaani have truly redefined excellence! 1/2”
He added,
“Congratulations to @ssrajamouli, @tarak9999, @AlwaysRamCharan, @mmkeeravaani, @boselyricist, #PremRakshit, @kaalabhairava7, @Rahulsipligunj and the entire team of @RRRMovie. Thank you for making me, crores of Telugu people across the world and all Indians incredibly proud! 2/2”
Congratulations to @ssrajamouli, @tarak9999, @AlwaysRamCharan, @mmkeeravaani, @boselyricist, #PremRakshit, @kaalabhairava7, @Rahulsipligunj and the entire team of @RRRMovie.
Thank you for making me, crores of Telugu people across the world and all Indians incredibly proud! 2/2— YS Jagan Mohan Reddy (@ysjagan) March 13, 2023
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However, soon the tweet gained a lot of negative reactions.
Singer Adnan Sami voiced his disapproval of the post and accused the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh of inciting a “regional split” in the nation
On Twitter, Sami wrote,
“What a regional minded frog in a pond who can’t think about the ocean because it’s beyond his tiny nose!! Shame on you for creating regional divides & unable to embrace or preach national pride! Jai HIND!!”
What a regional minded frog in a pond who can’t think about the ocean because it’s beyond his tiny nose!! Shame on you for creating regional divides & unable to embrace or preach national pride!
Jai HIND!! https://t.co/dodc3f0bfL— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) March 13, 2023
However, his comments didn’t sit well with the majority of netizens, who accused him of using inappropriate words for the Chief Minister and hurting regional sentiments.
Afterward, Sami clarified his post, claiming that he never intended to belittle any specific language. He wrote,
“My issue has never been about the language. My issue has been very simple… All languages, regardless of their origin & dialect are ultimately under the one umbrella of being INDIAN FIRST & then anything else- That’s all! I have sung innumerable songs in regional languages with the same effort & respect equally for all..”
My issue has never been about the language. My issue has been very simple… All languages, regardless of their origin & dialect are ultimately under the one umbrella of being INDIAN FIRST & then anything else- That’s all!
I have sung innumerable songs in regional languages with… https://t.co/Lz62KqmZVH— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) March 13, 2023
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