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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Amid AR Rahman’s ‘communal bias’ remark, son AR Ameen says, ‘My dad’s legacy has reached a place no one can imagine’ | – The Times of India

Amid AR Rahman’s ‘communal bias’ remark, son AR Ameen says, ‘My dad’s legacy has reached a place no one can imagine’ | – The Times of India

AR Rahman recently found himself at the centre of a controversy after his remarks about alleged communal bias in the Hindi film industry sparked intense debate online. The comments drew both support and backlash, bringing renewed focus on the composer’s journey and standing in Bollywood. Amid the ongoing discussion, his son AR Ameen has spoken…

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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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Mamta Kulkarni refutes AR Rahman’s communal remark, says ‘Aamir Khan made tea in my kitchen, changed in my bedroom’ recalling camaraderie in the industry | – The Times of India

Mamta Kulkarni refutes AR Rahman’s communal remark, says ‘Aamir Khan made tea in my kitchen, changed in my bedroom’ recalling camaraderie in the industry | – The Times of India

Actress Mamta Kulkarni who left Bollywood long ago, is still remembered for movies like ‘Karan Arjun’, ‘Sabse Bada Khiladi’, ‘Waqt Hamara Hai’ and many others. In a recent interview, Mamta took a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the warmth and closeness that defined the Hindi film industry in the 1990s. She had shared screen…

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When AR Rahman said that the teachings of Islam inspired him to make ‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’ song: ‘Being patriotic to your country is half of it’ | – The Times of India

When AR Rahman said that the teachings of Islam inspired him to make ‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’ song: ‘Being patriotic to your country is half of it’ | – The Times of India

AR Rahman has been in the news for his recent comments where he hinted that the industry may be getting communal and that’s the reason why, he’s been getting less work in Hindi cinema since the last eight years. Later, he issued a clarification after facing backlash on the internet for the same, stating that…

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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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‘AR Rahman doesn’t understand Hindi’: Rabbi Shergill says poetry took a backseat in Rahman’s compositions | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

‘AR Rahman doesn’t understand Hindi’: Rabbi Shergill says poetry took a backseat in Rahman’s compositions | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Singer Rabbi Shergill, best known for Bulla Ki Jaana and Tere Bin, has shared a candid view on working with Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman. While praising Rahman’s musical brilliance, Shergill said that lyrics often become “secondary” in Rahman’s compositions, largely because Hindi is not the composer’s primary language.Speaking on Divas Gupta’s podcast, Shergill said, “I…

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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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Imtiaz Ali says AR Rahman’s remarks were ‘misconstrued’, ‘I don’t think there is any communal bias in the film industry’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Imtiaz Ali says AR Rahman’s remarks were ‘misconstrued’, ‘I don’t think there is any communal bias in the film industry’ | Hindi Movie News – The Times of India

Director Imtiaz Ali, who has collaborated extensively with Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman on films such as Rockstar, Tamasha, Highway, and most recently Amar Singh Chamkila, has come out in support of the musician amid the ongoing controversy surrounding his recent remarks.Speaking to India Today, Imtiaz dismissed the idea of communal bias in the Hindi film…

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