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A. R. Rahman

A. R. Rahman

  1. ‘There Is no Truth Except Allah’: Colorado Student Quits High School Choir Over Islamic Song
    The Blaze 1 hour ago

    He told FoxNews.com in a written statement that the song, composed for the move “Bose, the Forgotten Hero,“ is about ”self-healing and spirituality.” “It is unfortunate that the student in Colorado misinterpreted the intention of the song,” Rahman said.

  2. Student quits choir over Islamic song praising 'Allah'
    FOX News logo FOX News 8 hours ago

    James Harper, a senior at Grand Junction High School in Grand Junction, put his objection to singing "Zikr," a song written by Indian composer A.R. Rahman, in an email to Mesa County School District 51 officials. When the school stood by choir director...

  3. Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago
    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Actor Anil Kapoor and composer AR Rahman attend the 'Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol' Premiere during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on December...

    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Actor Anil Kapoor and composer AR Rahman attend the 'Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol' Premiere during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on December... View Photo »

  4. Chennai for me is the hub of amazing composers like Ilayaraja, A R Rahman and others, but the love and affection I received when I performed at Mahabalipuram (with ARR) was heart-warming.
    SOURCE: IBN Live 4 weeks ago
  5. Cisco Bets on Indian Social Network, Avoids Repatriation Levy
    Sci-Tech Today logo Sci-Tech Today 9 hours ago

    This time around Cisco has snapped up a 17 percent stake in a social-media platform called Qyuki, according to The Economic Times of India. Qyuki is a new media company in India founded by Shekhar Kapur, an Oscar award nominee, and A.R. Rahman, winner...

  6. 'Ekk Deewana Tha' about thrills of first love
    New Kerala logo New Kerala 14 hours ago

    "As with any film project I work on, I had spent several months researching before composing and writing all the songs for 'Ekk Dewaana Tha' and had consulted friends who are Christian in particular about the use of the word 'Hosanna' in this song,"...

  7. Cisco Invests In Shekhar Kapoor & A R Rahman’s Start-up Qyuki
    Techcircle.in 19 hours ago

    The new venture will enable creative content to be co-created by multiple users, which can then be distributed through various different devices by leveraging the start up’s technology platform. As of now, Cisco is the only venture investor in the...

  8. Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago
    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at...

    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at... View Photo »

  9. Tamil movies and songs have been trendsetters ever since A R Rahman came on the scene
    SOURCE: Times of India 2 months ago
  10. Mohabbat -- Official video feat AR Rahman from Ek Deewana Tha
    YouTube Logo YouTube Videos 1 day ago
  11. A.R. Rahman and Shekhar Kapur launch a Digital Media Startup, receive an investment of 27 crore from Cisco
    Buzzom.com 20 hours ago

    Jobs despised Google and its Android devices in real life, but the Apple co-founder seems to be happily using an Android device in his... Apple has lost the copyright battle with Proview technology. The Chinese company is aiming to block the export of...

  12. ‘Ekk Deewana Tha’ about thrills of first love (IANS Preview)
    TDNpost.com 21 hours ago

    Rumours are abuzz that Prateik and Amy are dating each other ever since they met on the sets of the film, but they refuse to confirm or deny it. Prateik admits he would love to act with Amy again. Rahman was caught up in a controversy following...

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About A. R. Rahman

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Allah Rakkha Rahman (Tamil: ஏ.ஆர்.ரகுமான்) (born January 6, 1966 as A. S. Dileep Kumar in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India), mainly known by his first two initials and last name A. R. Rahman, is a three–time Academy Award nominated, four–time National Film Award and Golden Globe winning, Indian film composer, record producer and musician. His work has... Full Article

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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on...
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  1. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on... Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago

    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on...

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  2. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman speaks on stage as he receives the Lifetime Achievement Award at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on December 7, 2011 in Dubai, United... Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago

    DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman speaks on stage as he receives the Lifetime Achievement Award at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on December 7, 2011 in Dubai, United...

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  3. NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 21: Composer/musician A.R. Rahman of SuperHeavy attends the SuperHeavy launch party at The Double Seven on September 21, 2011 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 21: Composer/musician A.R. Rahman of SuperHeavy attends the SuperHeavy launch party at The Double Seven on September 21, 2011 in New York City.

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  4. NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 21: Composer/musician A.R. Rahman, singer Mick Jagger, and musician Dave Stewart of SuperHeavy attend the SuperHeavy launch party at The Double Seven on September 21, 2011 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 21: Composer/musician A.R. Rahman, singer Mick Jagger, and musician Dave Stewart of SuperHeavy attend the SuperHeavy launch party at The Double Seven on September 21, 2011 in New York City.

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  5. SuperHeavy members A.R. Rahman, Mick Jagger and Dave Stewart, left to right, attend the release party for their new CD, "SuperHeavy", in New York, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011. AP Photo logo AP Photo 4 months ago

    SuperHeavy members A.R. Rahman, Mick Jagger and Dave Stewart, left to right, attend the release party for their new CD, "SuperHeavy", in New York, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2011.

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  6. Indian Bollywood director and producer Mani Ratnam (L) and director Ram Gopal Varma (C) attend the launch of a biography of music composer A.R. Rahman (R) in Mumbai late April 6, 2011. The biography is entitled 'The Spirit of Music' and written by film historian Nasreen Munni Kabir. Getty Images logo Getty Images 10 months ago

    Indian Bollywood director and producer Mani Ratnam (L) and director Ram Gopal Varma (C) attend the launch of a biography of music composer A.R. Rahman (R) in Mumbai late April 6, 2011. The biography is entitled 'The Spirit of Music' and written by film historian Nasreen Munni Kabir.

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  7. Indian music composer A.R. Rahman poses with a copy of his biography in Mumbai late April 6, 2011. The biography is entitled 'The Spirit of Music' and written by film historian Nasreen Munni Kabir. Getty Images logo Getty Images 10 months ago

    Indian music composer A.R. Rahman poses with a copy of his biography in Mumbai late April 6, 2011. The biography is entitled 'The Spirit of Music' and written by film historian Nasreen Munni Kabir.

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  8. A.R. Rahman performs the Oscar-nominated song "If I Rise" from the movie "127 Hours" during the 83rd Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 27, 2011. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 11 months ago

    A.R. Rahman performs the Oscar-nominated song "If I Rise" from the movie "127 Hours" during the 83rd Academy Awards in Hollywood, California, February 27, 2011.

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  9. HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Composer A.R. Rahman (L) and guest arrive at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards held at the Kodak Theatre on February 27, 2011 in Hollywood, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 11 months ago

    HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Composer A.R. Rahman (L) and guest arrive at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards held at the Kodak Theatre on February 27, 2011 in Hollywood, California.

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  10. HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Composer A.R. Rahman performs 'If I Rise' from the motion picture '127 Hours' a nominee for Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song onstage during the 83rd Annual Academy Awards held at the Kodak Theatre on February 27, 2011 in Hollywood,... Getty Images logo Getty Images 11 months ago

    HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 27: Composer A.R. Rahman performs 'If I Rise' from the motion picture '127 Hours' a nominee for Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song onstage during the 83rd Annual Academy Awards held at the Kodak Theatre on February 27, 2011 in Hollywood,...

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  11. A.R. Rahman, nominated for original score for "127 Hours" and his wife Saira Banu arrive at the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    A.R. Rahman, nominated for original score for "127 Hours" and his wife Saira Banu arrive at the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles.

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  12. A.R. Rahman, left, and Florence Welch, of Florence and the Machine, arrive at the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    A.R. Rahman, left, and Florence Welch, of Florence and the Machine, arrive at the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles.

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  13. A.R. Rahman, right, and wife Saira Banu arrive before the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    A.R. Rahman, right, and wife Saira Banu arrive before the 83rd Academy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles.

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  14. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 24: Composer A.R. Rahman signs a Chrysler 300 at Vanity Fair Campaign Hollywood 2011 continues with the Richard Mille Toasts Fox Searchlight Films held at Bar Marmont on February 24, 2011 in Hollywood, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 11 months ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 24: Composer A.R. Rahman signs a Chrysler 300 at Vanity Fair Campaign Hollywood 2011 continues with the Richard Mille Toasts Fox Searchlight Films held at Bar Marmont on February 24, 2011 in Hollywood, California.

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  15. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 24: Composer A.R. Rahman (L) and wife Saira Banu attend Vanity Fair Campaign Hollywood 2011's Richard Mille Toasts Fox Searchlight Films held at Bar Marmont on February 24, 2011 in Hollywood, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 11 months ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 24: Composer A.R. Rahman (L) and wife Saira Banu attend Vanity Fair Campaign Hollywood 2011's Richard Mille Toasts Fox Searchlight Films held at Bar Marmont on February 24, 2011 in Hollywood, California.

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  16. In this 2011 image released by SuperHeavy, Euythmics founder Dave Stewart, left, and Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger of the new band SuperHeavy are shown at Henson Studio in Los Angeles. The band also consists of soulful singer-songwriter Joss Stone, Oscar-winning composer A.R.... AP Photo logo AP Photo 11 months ago

    In this 2011 image released by SuperHeavy, Euythmics founder Dave Stewart, left, and Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger of the new band SuperHeavy are shown at Henson Studio in Los Angeles. The band also consists of soulful singer-songwriter Joss Stone, Oscar-winning composer A.R....

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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 07: Composer AR Rahman receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum at the opening ceremony during day one of the 8th Annual Dubai International Film Festival held at the Madinat Jumeriah Complex on...

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  1. Chennai for me is the hub of amazing composers like Ilayaraja, A R Rahman and others, but the love and affection I received when I performed at Mahabalipuram (with ARR) was heart-warming.
    SOURCE: IBN Live 4 weeks ago
  2. Tamil movies and songs have been trendsetters ever since A R Rahman came on the scene
    SOURCE: Times of India 2 months ago
  3. A R Rahman is an inspiration for countless musicians and composers. He has demonstrated how the power of music can cross all barriers and connect with a global audience
    SOURCE: Bollywood.com 2 months ago
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