AR Rahman experiments with new sounds in Gandhi Talks

 A. R. Rahman continues to experiment with his music, and his work on the film Gandhi Talks is a good example of that. One of the songs from the film, Zara Zara, blends classical poetry with modern musical elements.

The track showcases Rahman’s ability to combine traditional and contemporary styles in a seamless way. It also introduces fresh voices, giving new talent an opportunity to shine.

This approach has always been one of Rahman’s strengths. He is not afraid to try new ideas, even after years of success. This willingness to innovate keeps his music fresh and relevant.

With projects like Gandhi Talks, Rahman proves that he is still evolving as an artist and exploring new creative possibilities.

Rahman clarifies his stance after public reaction

 Following the reactions to his earlier comments, A. R. Rahman addressed the situation and clarified his intentions. He stated that he never meant to hurt anyone and emphasized his deep love for India and its people.

Rahman’s response was calm and measured, which is consistent with his public persona. Instead of escalating the situation, he chose to explain his perspective and reassure fans and the industry.

Public reactions to statements by well-known figures can often be strong, especially when they touch on sensitive topics. Rahman’s clarification helped bring balance to the conversation and reminded people of his long-standing contribution to Indian music.

The incident also shows how quickly discussions can grow in today’s digital age and how important it is for public figures to communicate clearly.

Rahman continues to expand with new projects

 Even after decades in the industry, A. R. Rahman continues to work on a wide range of projects across languages and genres. One of his upcoming works includes the film Main Vaapas Aaunga, directed by Imtiaz Ali and starring Diljit Dosanjh.

Alongside this, he is also involved in other large-scale productions like Ramayana and Peddi. These projects highlight his ability to remain relevant in a rapidly changing film industry.

Rahman’s music has always stood out for its innovation and emotional depth. Whether it is a small film or a big-budget production, he brings a unique sound that resonates with audiences.

His continued involvement in diverse projects shows that his creative journey is far from slowing down. Instead, he seems to be exploring new directions while maintaining the quality that fans expect.

AR Rahman’s comments spark debate in the film industry

 A. R. Rahman recently found himself at the center of a discussion after his comments about the changing dynamics in Bollywood. He mentioned that his work in the Hindi film industry had reduced over time and hinted that there could be underlying biases influencing opportunities.

These remarks quickly caught attention and sparked conversations across the industry. While some people agreed that the film industry is going through a shift, others felt that Rahman continues to be one of the most sought-after composers in India.

Singer Salim Merchant responded to the discussion by pointing out that Rahman is still actively working on large-scale projects, including Ramayana. This added another perspective to the debate, suggesting that opportunities still exist, even if the industry is evolving.

The situation highlights how conversations around the film industry are becoming more open. Rahman’s comments have encouraged a broader discussion about how work is distributed and how the industry is changing over time.

AR Rahman takes a digital detox to focus on Ramayana

 A. R. Rahman recently made an interesting announcement during one of his live events. The Oscar-winning composer shared that he would be taking a 40-day break from the digital world to fully focus on his upcoming project, Ramayana.

In a time where artists are constantly active on social media, this decision stands out. Rahman explained that stepping away from distractions would help him concentrate better on the creative process. For a project as massive as Ramayana, this level of dedication is not surprising.

What makes this project even more exciting is his collaboration with international composer Hans Zimmer. Bringing together two globally recognized music legends raises expectations for the film’s soundtrack.

Rahman’s decision also reflects a larger message about creativity. Sometimes, disconnecting from the noise of the digital world can help artists produce their best work. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see how this focused approach will translate into the music of Ramayana.

Roar 26: When A. R. Rahman and CSK Turn Chepauk Into a Grand Celebration

Chennai is all set for a night that brings together cricket, music, and nostalgia in a big way. The Chennai Super Kings are hosting their fan event called Roar 26, and it looks like it’s going to be much more than a regular team celebration.

One of the biggest highlights of the evening is a live performance by A. R. Rahman. Known for his global hits and Oscar-winning music, his presence alone makes this event special. The MA Chidambaram Stadium, or Chepauk as fans call it, is expected to turn into a lively space filled with music, lights, and energy.

Along with the music, the event will also bring back some of the most loved names in CSK history. Players like Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden, Murali Vijay, and Subramaniam Badrinath will reunite on their home ground. Fans will get to see these former stars share the stage and even take part in fun matchups with the current squad.

Roar 26 is not just about entertainment. It’s also a celebration of the journey CSK has had over the years and the strong bond it shares with its fans. From memorable wins to emotional moments, the team has built a connection that goes beyond cricket.

The event is scheduled to take place on March 22 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. With a mix of live music and cricketing nostalgia, it promises to be a memorable experience for everyone attending.

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For CSK fans, this is more than just an event. It’s a chance to relive memories and be part of something special.

AR Rahman was supposed to composed music for "Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy"?

Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy was supposed to have music by Academy Award-winner AR Rahman, but because of unknown reasons, the composer backed out of the project right when the film was in its nascent stage.

For months, the makers could not find a replacement for the iconic musician as the shooting of the film was going on in full swing.

Later, they have finally zeroed in on a composer for the biopic. It is said that popular Bollywood musician Amit Trivedi has been roped in to compose music for the ambitious project

Amit will be making his debut in the Telugu film industry with Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. Amit has not worked on any South Indian film so far, but he is quite popular for his Bollywood compositions.

Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy has Megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead role. The period drama is about the freedom fighter Narasimha Reddy and has stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles.

In addition to Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, Amit is also making his debut in Tamil with the film Paris Paris, which is a remake of Kangana Ranaut's Queen.

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A R Rahman’s mother Kareema Begum passes away

AR Rahman's mother Kareema Begum died in Chennai on Monday, said sources close to the family, reported news agency PTI. The music maestro, on Monday afternoon, shared a photograph of his mother on his Twitter profile without a caption. Reacting to his tweet, his friends from film and music industry offered their condolences to the singer. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister K Palaniswami and DMK President M K Stalin also paid tributes to Kareema Begum on Twitter.

AR Rahman was raised by his mother after his father and music composer RO Sekhar died when he was only nine years old. In many interviews, the Mozart of Madras had expressed that it was his mother who first recognised and nurtured his musical gifts.

"There is a Hindi dialogue, mere paas ma hai, which means 'I have nothing but I have a mother'. So my mother is here, her blessings are there with me. I'm grateful for her to have come all the way," -Rahman while receiving Oscars 

AR Rahman impressed by this 10-year-old’s performance on BGT

A 10-year-old girl has impressed AR Rahman and there’s a chance that her mesmerising voice will soothe your soul too. Taking to Twitter, the musical maestro shared a video of a Souparnika Nair who showcased her superb singing skills on the stage of Britain’s Got Talent.

“Nice to wake up to this,” Rahman shared the video with this caption. In the video, 10-year-old Nair starts with The Trolley Song by Judy Garland. However, one of the judges, Simon Cowell, stops her midway and asks her to sing another song to “hear a different part of her voice.” He asks her to perform the song Never Enough from the film The Greatest Showman. And she performs it in such a way that it earns her a standing ovation from the judges and the audience.

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“Wow… what a talent… it’s awesome,” wrote a Twitter user and several others expressed the same notion. “Incredible much!” wrote another. “Awesome and talented kid,” wrote a third.

“Wow… the last time I cried watching music was Lydian playing flight of the bumble bee and then now this. I love when music gives me goosebumps and makes me literally cry while am still smiling my heart out. Happy exhilarated tears,” wrote a fourth.

AR Rahman on actors singing for their movies

Playback singers have always played an integral part in Bollywood, lending their melodious vocals to many heroes and heroines on the big screen, but now in recent times it’s becoming popular for actors to sing their own songs. Some disagree with this, however AR Rahman thinks otherwise.

Reported on DNA India, some singers have expressed that actors should just stick to acting and leave the singing to the singers, which they say there are plenty of, but Rahman feels there isn’t wrong in this concept. With the likes of Ayushmann Khurrana, Alia Bhatt, Shraddha Kapoor, but to name a few, Rahman says it’s a nice idea and if the actors put enough time and effort into it they can perfect their singing skills.

“Actors singing their songs in movies is the general norm worldwide. The actors need time to practice singing for their song before they record it. Nowadays, actors are very busy with hectic schedules and juggling with work commitments, leaving them with no time to practice singing their song,” further adding, “If they take time out and practice, it will be an amazing idea for them to sing for their movies.”

Rahman will be appearing as a judge on the singing reality show ‘The Voice India’ for the first time, which stars in February on Star Plus. 

AR Rahman Is Hunting For Singer With Heavenly Voice

Popular singers like Adnan Sami, Kanika Kapoor and Armaan Malik, along with the legendary A R Rahman, are all set to find a soulful new voice in the upcoming music reality TV show "The Voice India".

The new season of the show will begin on Star Plus from February 3, and will have a new format where Rahman will be the ‘Super Guru' and the rest of the three singers will be the voice coaches of the contestants.

How do they define a good voice?

Adnan told IANS: "I think there are some great singers we have seen in the world of music who are technically perfect, but not all of them perhaps touch our soul, because I believe that those voices touch our heart which have a spiritual quality."

"Those voices create an impact on our mind and you do not know why... Of course, whether it is in a music competition or in professional singing, after a point of time, everyone is singing a song correctly. But some are born with a blessed voice. We will pick them up and groom them to shine," explained the "Lift kara de" singer.

Kanika said: "I am not looking for a pitch perfect voice. I would rather go for the one that I feel. There are some voices that we hear, and though they are not perfect technically, they are expressive. Those voices can really express emotions through a song.

"At times, we call them an unusual voice. I don't mind if a voice is not the so-called ‘usual', but unless as a singer you are not expressing enough to touch my heart, you are not the one I am looking for."

"One can be groomed to get the technical aspects right, but the soul has to be there in your voice," added the "Baby doll" fame singer.

Armaan, who is one of the youngest playback singers in Bollywood, said: "I have not set any parameter to choose a voice because I think you cannot say why do you love a voice... It just happens.

"I think that's where a singer gets connected with the listener. One cannot give an explanation as in why someone loves one's voice over another. But I want to celebrate the individuality of a new voice." (IANS)

NAGARJUNA RELEASES AR AMEEN'S NIRMALA CONVENT SONG ON TWITTER

Upcoming Nirmala Convent's co-producer Akkineni Nagarjuna has released on his twitter account the song crooned by AR Rahman's son AR Ameen for the movie. Actor Srikanth's son Roshan is doing the main role with Shriya Sharma in female lead. She had earlier acted in Jai Chiranjeeva, Dookudu and a few other movies as a child artiste. Nimmagadda Prasad is another producer and the movie is directed by debutant G. Nagakoteshwar Rao. Roshan Saluri scored the music. Nagarjuna will also appear in a special role in the movie.

This is Ameen's first performance for a movie and that happens to be in Telugu. Here's the song:

Proudly introducing,A R RAHMAN's son, A R AMEEN debut song in Telugu#NIRMALA CONVENT,a fresh pure love story.https://t.co/Wib8gChaji

— Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) February 15, 2016

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AR Rahman, Prabhudheva praise Kannada film

Kollywood director Kathir is all set to make his Kannada debut with Nan Love Track, a romantic film. Industry celebrities like AR Rahman, Prabhudheva and Sonu Sood have sent in videos wishing the director and his team well for the film. Music legend Rahman, who composed music for Kathir's films such as Kadhal Desam and Kadhalar Dhinam, said that the director was one of the positive influences in his musical career and that Kannada audiences are bound to love his brand of films. He also praised Kathir for introducing new faces in this film. Choreographer and director Prabhudheva, whose first solo dance performance was in a Kathir film, said, "Kathir is a stylish filmmaker, and everyone, especially the youth, loves his style of filmmaking. Nan Love Track will be a colourful, energetic and youthful film." Sonu Sood was all praise for the effort the director puts in his films and wished him all the best. The film, starring Rakshith Gowda and Nidhi Kushalappa, will release this week.

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AR Rahman’s son makes Telugu singing debut in Nirmala Convent

Chennai: Double Oscar-winning composer A.R Rahman's son A.R Ameen has made his Telugu singing debut in upcoming film 'Nirmala Convent'.

"Ameen has crooned a song for the film's protagonist Roshan. It's lovely and it has come out very well. The makers are very happy," a source from the film's unit told IANS.

Last year, Ameen sang in his father's composition for Mani Ratnam's Tamil film 'O Kadhal Kanmani'.
Directed by G.K Mohan, the film marks the debut of Telugu actor Srikanth's teenage son Roshan.

The film is produced by actor Nagarjuna.

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A.R.Rahman, Ranjit Barot & Other Musical Geniuses Feature In This Video That Depicts A Father And Son's Emotional Journey

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Do you remember fighting with your father over your dreams and ambitions? Remember the time when he wanted you to ace that interview at a top MNC and all that you wanted was to loosen that tie and run after your dreams? If yes, then you definitely know that the relationship between a father and son has never been easy. Sometimes those endless arguments and harsh words were all that you could remember but the love and concern beneath those words always remained unexpressed.

This emotion is perfectly captured in this video titled Khushnuma by Mercedes-Benz Project X. This video featuring A. R. Rahman, Ranjit Barot, Amit Trivedi, Shubha Mudgal and Salim Merchant explores the relationship between a teenage guy and his father. Stuck between his father’s dreams for him and his own inner calling for music, the video marvelously captures the unexpressed emotions between a father and son. 

Music Maestro A R Rahman's twitter follower crosses one cr mark

Two time Oscar and Grammy award winnerMusic Maestro A R Rahman has added yet another feather to his cap, with his twitter followers crossing the one crore mark. The celebrated award winning Music director has become the first Indian to have more than one crore or 10 million followers on popular social networking site Twitter, according to sourcesclose to Rahman. Rahman, who is having his hands full with films including '2.0' starring Superstar Rajinikanth, and Suriya's '24', has left behind all other pop Music Maestro A R Rahman's twitter follower crosses one cr mark popular Indian celebrities by a good margin.

Interestingly, bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, star cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra were the closest in terms of total followers to Rahman.

12 Things We Just Found Out About Music Maestro AR Rahman

1. Staying Ever Young

I don’t retain any kind of worries or negative feelings in my heart. I just flush them out. I don’t have any baggage. Music makes me think positive and that has benefitted me in my overall appearance. It’s probably because of all this and by the grace of God; I think I look young and fresh always.

2. Choosing Music as His Profession

I didn’t choose this field. It chose me or my mother chose it for me. I’ve never asked myself why I’m doing what I’m doing, because once you’ve made a decision, you can’t think twice. You just to live up to what the situation demands and keep going.

3. Meeting With Composer John Williams

I met him after the concert at Hollywood Bowl. He’s been a great teacher as we all learn from his work. Today, film music has become like the classical music of our times and he’s one of the gurus. When I met him, I just told him that he’s my teacher in a way.

4. The Future of Tamil Independent Music

Audiences know what is good and bad. About 30 years ago, there were a lot of Sri Lankan private albums. One such popular song from those albums was Surangani, and people loved this song so much that there were dozens of cover versions made over the years. If there’s quality in non-film music, I’m sure people would love it too. It’s important for independent musicians to make quality music, so that people love it.

5. The Process of Composing Devotional Songs

It’s not about what song to compose. It’s about the purity of thought, purity of faith, no matter which religion it is. Whenever I do a song, be it a Qawwali, or Bhajan, or even a gospel song; it has always been about purity and that’s the kind of quality I want to maintain.

6. His Favourite Composition

People keep asking me this question and my choice keeps changing from time to time. I’m currently working on a song for Gautham Vasudev Menon’s Accham Yenbathu Madamaiyada, and that’s my favourite composition as of today. It might change tomorrow.

7. Reinventing Oneself With Every New Composition

Music is a generic lottery I have from my father. In general, what motivates me to push the envelope is his legacy and the pressure to keep up to what he had achieved during his time. However, when it comes to film music, there are so many factors like the director, story, or a situation and sometimes even the lyrics of a song.

8. Staying Humble While Being Famous

I always think from the perspective of my hardcore fan. When I do music, I become that person and imagine music on the internet or on the shelf and I ask myself ‘why should I buy it? What’s so special about it?’ All these questions make me, as well as my team, work harder as we try to make our work more interesting and credible for the person who spends his money on my music.

9. His First Stint With Music

It was around 1989, I went through a transformation of self-realisation. I realised it was not about technique, but about what comes from within. You become like an instrument and you want music to come through you. When music comes from within, that’s when the magic happens.

10. The Toughest Decision He’s Ever Had to Take

In recent times, the toughest decision I’ve had to take was during the Jai Ho tour. We had an accident, and since we weren’t insured, we had to spend a lot of money. The toughest decision was to keep my word for all the people who had paid for tickets and go ahead and do the show. We had 18 shows; we had only done 3. We went ahead and successfully completed the tour.

11. Hobbies Besides Making Music

I’ve started collecting cameras since we’ve gotten into film production now. When I find time, I enjoy clicking pictures, which usually happens only when I’m abroad. I’m really interested in photography now.

12. Missing Out on Working With Michael Jackson

It was very unfortunate (that) Michael passed away soon after we discussed working together. But I’ve been lucky enough to work with many talented people like Mick Jagger and others. This year I’ll be working with another legend. I’ll let you know about it soon.

AR Rahman to lend his voice for a song under the compomosition of another music director

Allah-Rakha Rahman popularly known as AR Rahman is an Indian composer, singer-songwriter, music producer, and above all,  he is the Oscar winner. Rahman’s works are very famous for integrating Eastern classical music with electronic music, world music,  and traditional orchestral arrangements. Among his awards are two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, four National Film Awards, fifteen Filmfare Awards and thirteen Filmfare Awards South. Rahman’s body of work for film and stage has given him the nickname of “the Mozart of Madras”, and Tamil commentators and fans call him Isai Puyal.

In 2009, Time included Rahman on its list of the world’s most influential people. The UK-based world-music magazine Songlines named him one of “Tomorrow’s World Music Icons” in August 2011. Tough is a maverick in music composition, AR Rahman always is very choosy when it comes to the songs he sings. He has  sung some iconic songs i his own composition once in a while.

It is a news from close sources of AR Rahman suggest that he has lent his voice recently. It is according to the reliable sources, that AR Rahman has sung a song in Hindi for a movie titled Jugni. The album for this movie is composed by Clinton Cerejo. Clinton Cerejo is a singer who has recently turned composer. Clinton Cerejo has sung some of the hit numbers in Tamil and Hindi languages for AR Rahman and other composers. Some of the movies he lent  his voice are Taj Mahal, Alaipayuthey and Boys.

The song sung by AR Rahman for Clinton Cerejo is a long sufi song. Clinton Cerejo has composed the music for the album except the one song that AR Rahman has sung. The song is written and composed by Kashif.

There is also yet another added feather for the hat. That is, Ace composer Vishal Bharadwaj is also to sing for a number in this album. It is definitely an awe to see India’s best composer’s name in the list if the singers.

2015- iTunes Best of the year !

iTunes India has released the best of 2015 in various categories. 

Among all Indian albums, AR Rahman’s O Kadhal Kanmani has been selected as the album of the year. Rahman has also been announced as the artist of the year.

The prestigious media library has announced that Hiphop Tamizha's Thani Oruvan as the best Tamil album of 2015. Rajesh Murugesan’s Premam and Devi Sri Prasad’s S/o Sathyamurthi have been selected as the best Malayalam and Telugu albums respectively.

Among bestselling albums, regional works including Rahman’s O Kadhal Kanmani, MM Keeravani’s Baahubali, Harris Jayaraj’s Yennai Arindhaal and Anirudh’s Maari got listed.

iTunes Best of 2015 

Best Album – O Kadhal Kanmani

Best Artist – AR Rahman

Best Tamil Album – Thani Oruvan

Best Malayalam Album – Premam

Best Telugu Album –S/o Sathyamurthi

Bestselling Albums – O Kadhal Kanmani, Baahubali, Yennai Arindhaal, Maari 

AR Rahman echoes Ilaiyaraaja's sentiments about music in schools

MUMBAI: Twenty-five-years ago, A S Dileep Kumar surrounded himself with four keyboards and played tunes that brought him some recognition during his debut appearance on television. Although, over the years, every artist experiences growth as the urge to overcome musical appetite continues, Kumar’s journey gradually turned out to be one of the finest stories ever.

A lot changed for this talented young boy from Madras (now Chennai), the scale of recognition has become global, his projects have gone beyond television and the name became Allah-Rakha Rahman. What remained constant for Rahman throughout the years, apart from his endless love for music, is how he craves to return to his natural habitat-surrounded by keyboards.

The Oscar winner was welcomed with loudest possible cheers by the 15,000 plus attendees, moments before he played his maiden set at the Pune Weekender. Roughly fifteen minutes into his set and the Bacardi arena was filled to capacity with revellers singing along every line at the top of their voices. They were something spectacular, thanks to the keyboard solo that showcased another attribute of Rehaman that makes him a complete musician. The purpose behind the set-list was a trip down the memory lane and the Bollywood tracks that celebrate youth. Be it 'Naadan Parindey', 'O Humdum Soniyo Re' or 'Jo Bhi Main', the fans danced and sang along while some still tried to come to terms with what was unfolding. The highlight of the set, or dare we say the entire Weekender, was what led to the keyboard solo Rahman played - the bassline entry of 'Dil Se'. It was a 'goosebumps moment' as the crowd hummed along while the maestro made his fingers dance over the keyboard.

Rahman bowed down, showing his gratitude to the attendees of the ‘happiest music festival’. The composer was escorted to his vanity van where he met the members of Swarathma - the Bengaluru act that performed before the 'Mozart of Madras’ took over the Bacardi Arena. Rahman looked with interest at Swarathma’s album cover, as he expressed his opinions on how realistically 'original' music was resurfacing in the country. For an on-looker, the tête-à-tête between the musicians seemed like a conversation between equals exchanging ideas though the members of Swarathma mostly stood in silence, allowing Rahman to educate as much as he could during the rendezvous. 

Rahman expresses his opinions in a simple, yet effective and genuine way. And something similar that could be said to describe his music –simple and genuine. To sum up his entire Weekender experience, the 49-year-old once again kept it sincere. Calling it "really good", Rahman credited the "happy people and amazing atmosphere" for his first multi-band festival experience. "I am always sceptical about playing in the multi-band scenario because when people come to my live shows, they come with a lot of love. So I was sceptical whether people would like the set or not. But it has been amazing, and it broke all the reservations I had." The hunger that Rahman notices in the youth today makes him optimistic about the future. "It's going to get bigger", Rahman added. Born in Chennai, Rahman was expelled from school due to lack of attendance, but talk about music and the amount of time and focus he devotes in a conversation is noteworthy. Rahman dreams of a time when Indian acts receive global recognition, and believes the country has the potential talent worthy of 'being idolised'.

That he is a musical prodigy is well-known, but Rahman is equally a dedicated preacher of music. Echoing maestro Ilaiyaraaja's sentiments suggesting music should be actively taught in academia, Rahman mentioned how his own school was trying to create a difference. Teaching the underprivileged kids through the institution is a selfless act indeed, and Rahman debated how musicians and their music should be making the news. "We (musicians) are here to create a parallel world, to give hope and love, and that is what we have been doing all our lives," said Rahman reflecting utter modesty through his tone and intent.

Rahman considers himself fortunate to have witnessed some of his favourite musicians play live, the latest one being the John Williams concert in 2014 at the Hollywood Bowl. "A two hour amazing set that also involved some of his film scores", Rahman recounted with excitement in his eyes. Rahman happily recalled some of the concerts he attended - Prince, Sting, Michael Jackson- and does not find any reason why Indian bands cannot showcase their talent on the global stage and attain success there.

Although not a fan of news channels, Rahman has noticed the pattern that consumes the majority of the prime time news for the past 15 years. Floods in Chennai may not have had a direct effect on Rahman's activities, but the calamity evidently occupied his thoughts. "It was challenging to entertain festival-goers in Bengaluru and Pune with the Chennai floods in mind. The courage shown by people in Chennai is incredible. It's a reminder, and we need to rediscover Chennai and reconstruct it from scratch. The recent doubts about divisiveness were demolished by the unity portrayed, and Chennai showed that at the end of the day we all are humans."

Thanking the fans for the support, Rahman asked them to avoid vices revolving music. "Support musicians, look up to them, and not look down upon." Rahman extended advice to fellow musicians, asking them to maintain this profession as the most respected and beautiful one.