
Internet is a crazy place, and you know what's crazier? Finding Entertainment industry-related goof-ups that make their way to become viral topics of discussion. In the same light, Bollywood icon Aishwarya Rai's popular song Nimbooda from the 1999 film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam is currently making headlines after its lyrics were discovered in a Class 5 English textbook in Odisha, sparking widespread online discussion and criticism. This incident has led to questions regarding the quality control in educational supplies in the country.
Let us tell you that Nimbooda, originally a Rajasthani folk song, is an iconic groove-worthy track from the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed romantic film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, which also starred Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn in pivotal roles. Known for its vibrant choreography and Aishwarya Rai's energetic performance, the song was sung by Kavita Krishnamurthy and Karsan Sagathia, with music composed by Ismail Darbar and lyrics penned by Mehboob.
The song started to trend yet again on the internet after reports confirming that its lyrics were printed in an English textbook intended for Class 5 students in Odisha went viral. Images of the book are now circulating on social media, bringing this major oversight to light.
#WATCH | Bhubaneswar | In a major blunder, popular Bollywood song 'Nimbooda Nimbooda' from the film 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' starring Aishwarya Rai has reportedly been printed in a Class 5 English textbook.#Odisha pic.twitter.com/heP1ALiEK1
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The inclusion of the Bollywood song lyrics in a school textbook has ignited massive reactions across social media platforms, with many netizens expressing a mix of curiosity and strong criticism. The incident has been described as a blunder and a serious lapse in the education sector. In response to the growing public concern, Odisha Chief Minister Majhi has reportedly announced a state-level probe into the matter. There have also been various reports of numerous other errors, including incorrect diagrams and factual inaccuracies, found in new textbooks across various classes in Odisha. Further details on the findings of the state-level probe are awaited.
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