Exclusive: AR Rahman on completing 25 years in music industry!

When it comes to taking Indian music to an international level, A.R.Rahman has set the bar high. He’s the only Indian to win a Filmfare, Oscar, Grammy, Golden Globe and BAFTA award. To add to his feather, ARR recently picked up a SIIMA award in Abu Dhabi for his Tamil film Achham Yenbadhu Mmadamayadda (AYM).

ARR will perform a 2 hour concert in New York at the IIFA Awards on July 14 to honour 25 years of contribution to Indian music. ARR was in Delhi to promote the awards which honours Indian cinema on the global stage. In an exclusive interview with the musical maestro, he said “I think music is a combination for me at the same time innovation. It’s [also about] not losing its earthiness, the connectivity to myself and to the listener.”

A man who is not known for his words, ARR lets his music do the talking. Over the past 25 years, ARR has worn many hats besides just music composer. He can sing, write, produce, perform and entertain audiences. He’s fondly known as the “Mozart of Madras” and made his debut with Mani Ratnam’s Roja back in 1992.

ARR has given many memorable hits after including Gentleman, …read more