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In a candid conversation with CE, lyricist Chandrabose opens up about his journey from a small-town poet to an internationally celebrated lyricist — touching on pets, poetry, and the power of staying grounded

- VENNAPUSLA RAMYA

HEN Kanukuntla Subhash Chandrabose, AKA Chandrabose, and MM Keeravani won the Oscar for Naatu Naatu, the world didn't just applaud—it danced. In every corner of the globe, tongues that had never uttered a Telugu word tried to hum along, cheerfully enjoying the soul of his lyrics. But while Naatu Naatu became a global sensation, it's just one masterpiece from Chandrabose's treasure trove of lyrical brilliance in Tollywood.

In an exclusive conversation with CE, the celebrated lyricist opens up about his journey and more at Doggy Ville, a vision brought to life by Amrutha Varshini Nalla on Road No 11, Banjara Hills.

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A few words about Doggy Ville?

It's really amazing. In a crowded place like Hyderabad, in such a busy area, having such a spacious dog care centre is truly surprising. Setting up this almost 4,000 sqft space is incredibly impressive, especially in an area that's generally quite chaotic. My heartfelt congratulations to them because dogs love us unconditionally—they care for us without any reason. And as human beings, it's our responsibility to show them the same love and care. This is a really great centre—in a way, it's like a 5-star hotel for dogs. It has everything—a swimming pool, grooming area, spa, play zone, and more. The best part is the freedom: there are no cages, the dogs can roam freely just like at home. That comfort really impressed me.