"Arabic Kuthu" song hits 700 million YouTube views

The song "Arabic Kuthu" from the film "Beast" has achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching 700 million views on YouTube. This catchy dance track was composed by Anirudh Ravichander and showcases the lead actors Vijay and Pooja Hegde. The production company Sun Pictures announced the achievement on social media, celebrating the song's ongoing popularity. "Arabic Kuthu" was released on February 4, 2022, and quickly became a hit, breaking records for views within 24 hours and continuing to be a favorite among fans even three years later. The lyrics for the song were written by actor Sivakarthikeyan, who mentioned that his friendship with Anirudh Ravichander was key to the song's success. The opening phrase "Halamithi Habibo" translates to "I dreamed of my lover". "Beast" is an action-comedy film directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. It stars Vijay and Pooja Hegde and tells the story of a former RAW agent who tries to save hostages from terrorists in a mall. The film was released in April 2022 and received mixed reviews from critics.