AR Rahman addresses his remarks on Chhaava and communalism in Bollywood: ‘People who know you don’t need an explanation’ | – The Times of India

AR Rahman addresses his remarks on Chhaava and communalism in Bollywood: ‘People who know you don’t need an explanation’ | – The Times of India

Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman, who has faced intense scrutiny over his recent remarks on Chhaava and communalism in Bollywood, has indicated that he is ready to move past the controversy. The musician addressed the issue during an interaction with Noise and Grains, the organisers of his upcoming Wonderment Tour in Chennai, and suggested that…

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AR Rahman wins Tamil Nadu State Award for Ponniyin Selvan – I; composer expresses gratitude amid ‘communal bias’ controversy | Tamil Movie News – The Times of India

AR Rahman wins Tamil Nadu State Award for Ponniyin Selvan – I; composer expresses gratitude amid ‘communal bias’ controversy | Tamil Movie News – The Times of India

Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman has been conferred the Tamil Nadu State Award for Best Music Director for his work in Mani Ratnam’s historical epic Ponniyin Selvan – I. The recognition adds yet another milestone to Rahman’s celebrated career, which spans decades and includes state, national and international honours.Announcing the award, Rahman took to X…

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Mukesh Rishi reacts to AR Rahman’s communal remarks, ‘When God has given you so much, you shouldn’t complain anymore’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Mukesh Rishi reacts to AR Rahman’s communal remarks, ‘When God has given you so much, you shouldn’t complain anymore’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman recently stirred controversy with his comments about his experience working in the Hindi film industry. Speaking about receiving fewer work offers in Bollywood, Rahman said that over the past eight years, a shift in power dynamics and “communal” factors — referring to religion, regional identity and industry politics — may have…

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‘I don’t know who AR Rahman is’: When Nandamuri Balakrishna’s remark raised eyebrows despite their collaboration in Nippu Ravva | Telugu Movie News – The Times of India

‘I don’t know who AR Rahman is’: When Nandamuri Balakrishna’s remark raised eyebrows despite their collaboration in Nippu Ravva | Telugu Movie News – The Times of India

Once, in a 2021 interview, Nandamuri Balakrishna had made a remark about Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman that stirred controversy. The Telugu star claimed he neither knew Rahman nor cared about his achievements. A short clip from that interview has often been discussed on social media.Speaking to TV9, Balakrishna said, “I don’t know who Rahman is….

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UAE filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja defends AR Rahman amid backlash over Chhaava and ‘communal’ remark, ‘National treasures deserve respect, not noise’ | – The Times of India

UAE filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja defends AR Rahman amid backlash over Chhaava and ‘communal’ remark, ‘National treasures deserve respect, not noise’ | – The Times of India

Music composer AR Rahman recently found himself at the centre of a social media storm following remarks he made during an interview. The backlash erupted after Rahman described Chhaava as a “divisive” film and suggested that a “communal” shift in Bollywood’s power dynamics had resulted in him getting less work over the past eight years….

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