‘AR’s is a Different World’: The Hidden Heroes Behind A.R. Rahman’s Success
From sound engineers who've shaped his music for decades to managers who've seen him grow from jingle composer to Oscar winner, meet the devoted team that powers Rahman's musical empire.
‘Hope is Nothing But a Belief in the Supernatural’: A.R. Rahman on Slumdog Millionaire
The Oscar-winning composer shares his unique approach to orchestration, vocal arrangements, and how trusting creative instincts led to Slumdog Millionaire's success.
‘One of World’s Greatest Living Composers’: Universal Chief Ron Fair on Rahman Before Oscars
Before Oscar glory, Universal Music's Ron Fair already envisioned Rahman's global appeal, leading to Pussycat Dolls' Jai Ho remix. His next mission: bridging Hollywood and Bollywood through music.
‘I Feel Like a Slate Waiting to Be Written On’: A.R. Rahman’s Journey to the Oscars
Two Oscars marked the pinnacle of Rahman's artistry, yet the maestro who transformed Indian film music with technology and tradition insists his musical journey has only just begun.
One Rainy Night with A.R. Rahman: A Memory of the Music Maestro’s Path to Oscars
Through rain-soaked meetings and Oscar-day prayers, S. Ramakrishnan shares his encounters with Rahman and captures the moment when a voice from Kodambakkam echoed across Hollywood.
‘Every Seed Knows What Plant It Will Become’: A.R. Rahman on Life After Oscar Glory
In this rare introspective conversation, the Oscar-winning composer reveals how loss shaped his music, spirituality guided his choices, and why his family remains his strongest foundation.
‘We Share Similar Tastes in Music’: Rashid Ali on His Bond with A.R. Rahman
From playing guitar for 'Jai Ho' to creating a sensation with 'Kabhi Kabhi Aditi', British-Asian singer Rashid Ali reveals his journey with Oscar-winner A.R. Rahman and his own musical evolution from UK's jazz scene.
‘My First Reaction Was He Had Lost His Head’: Ram Gopal Varma on A.R. Rahman’s ‘Hai Rama’
Through the making of 'Rangeela', Ram Gopal Varma discovers what sets A.R. Rahman apart: his innovative recording techniques, creative humility, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
The Sweet Sedative: How Rahman’s Score Makes Slumdog’s Poverty Palatable
In this penetrating analysis of Rahman's Oscar-winning work, the composer's soundtrack is revealed as both savior and sedative - a sonic alchemy that transforms the film's harsh truths into palatable entertainment.
Miracle Maker: How A.R. Rahman’s Musical Magic Conquered Hollywood’s Heart
Beyond the 'Slumdog Millionaire' triumph lies a deeper story of innovation and persistence: how a jingle composer from Chennai revolutionized Indian film music and became a global musical phenomenon.