Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt recently delighted fans by sharing a charming detail about her young daughter, Raha Kapoor. Despite being only a toddler, Raha has shown a penchant for the vibrant beats of the popular song ‘Naatu Naatu,’ performed by South Indian film stars Jr. NTR and Ram Charan. In a candid disclosure, Alia conveyed her daughter’s growing affection for the song and the delightful antics that often ensue in their household.
During a media engagement for the promotion of her forthcoming film ‘Jigra,’ Alia painted a vivid picture of how ‘Naatu Naatu’ has become a staple soundtrack at their home. She recounted how little Raha frequently requests the song, urging Alia with endearing insistence, “Mama, play Naatu Naatu.” Alia shared, “Every day, Raha hears ‘Naatu Naatu.’ She just loves the song. She asks me to play it and then brings me over, finding some support for me to lean on, and we try to dance together.”
While Raha is clearly captivated by the upbeat rhythm, she’s admittedly too young to execute the dance moves with finesse. However, this hasn’t stopped her from trying, often in comedic mimicry. Alia disclosed that Raha is familiar with a clip showing her mother performing ‘Naatu Naatu’ at an award function. With child-like inquisitiveness, Raha often demands, “Show Mama’s video doing Naatu Naatu,” pointing to the screen with delight.
This anecdote wasn’t Alia’s only revelation during the promotion of ‘Jigra.’ She also shared insights into Raha’s musical journey, narrating how her daughter reacted to other popular Bollywood songs.
. Alia recalled a recent moment when Raha watched her debut song ‘Radha Teri Chunari’ and Ranbir Kapoor’s famed track ‘Badtameez Dil.’ This interaction came about when a reporter quizzed Alia on which film she might show Raha as her first cinematic experience. Alia pondered, “I am not very sure, but it is a very important decision to make.” She continued to reveal that just the previous day, Raha had been exposed to ‘Radha Teri Chunari,’ remarking on Raha’s early exposure, “We are showing her songs bit by bit, as she is only 2 years old now.”
The family’s endearing dynamics were captured in another instance when Alia shared that ‘Kesariya’ from the recent hit ‘Brahmastra’ was the first song Raha ever watched on screen. ‘Kesariya’ struck a chord with Raha, and her interest seemingly extended to other musical compositions, including ‘Radha Teri Chunari’ and ‘Badtameez Dil,’ which she experienced simultaneously.
Raha Kapoor, born in November 2022, is steadily becoming a focal point of warm public interest. Alia and Ranbir tantalized fans last Christmas when they made their first public appearance with little Raha, marking a significant moment of familial joy for the celebrity couple.
In talking about her professional pursuits, Alia didn’t shy away from discussing ‘Jigra,’ her upcoming cinematic endeavor. Scheduled to hit theaters on October 11, ‘Jigra’ features Vedang Raina in his second on-screen role, subsequent to his debut in the 2022 Netflix hit ‘The Archies.’ As anticipation builds around these personal and professional narratives, Alia remains grounded, balancing her burgeoning career with her role as a doting mother.
This insight into Alia’s private life provides a heartwarming interlude to the often glamorous and hectic world of Bollywood. Raha’s enthusiasm for ‘Naatu Naatu’ and her mother’s nostalgic reflections on introducing her daughter to film and music herald a delightful chapter unfolding within the Kapoor-Bhatt household. With each shared moment, Alia captivates audiences, offering a glimpse of a cherished family life alongside her illustrious film career. (Inputs from ANI)
