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Composing for international project a dream since Roja – A.R. Rahman
The interview which appears below, was originally published on The Asian Age in December 2000. ©The rights to…
I simply move on after completing a score – A.R. Rahman
The interview twhich appears below, was originally published on India Times in January 2000. ©The rights to this…
A comfortable recording environment fosters candid performances – A.R. Rahman
The interview titled "A.R. Rahman - On The Brink Of Worldwide Acclaim" which appears below, was originally published…
The amount of time it takes to write a song can be unpredictable – A.R. Rahman
In a 1996 Filmfare interview, A.R. Rahman discusses his transition from ad jingles to film scores, working with Mani Ratnam, and his approach to composition. He reveals insights on 'Roja' and 'Bombay'.
I forget the whole world as I close my eyes and compose – A.R. Rahman
In a birthday special interview given for the Asian Age, A.R. Rahman stated that he has no plans to work in Hollywood at the moment. Instead, he wants to finish Bombay Dreams and focus on his Indian films.
Mohammed Rafi’s voice holds a very special place in my heart – A.R. Rahman
In this exclusive interview, A.R. Rahman compares an artist's personal style to a signature, stating their unique style is always recognizable. He uses the example of Rafi saying that his songs are immediately identifiable.
Nature is my source of inspiration and I am happy to be able to draw from it – A.R. Rahman
This article covers A.R. Rahman's thoughts on the role of nature in his music and the importance of considering a film as a whole in his work. Rahman credits nature as the source of his inspiration and values its beauty.
For me, there is something special in the stillness of silence. I find peace in it – A.R. Rahman
In this article, A.R. Rahman discusses the challenges he faces in his work and the effort he puts into each song. He shares an example of a song that gave him a difficult time from Alaipayuthey, which had several extra tunes.
I cannot decide on a favorite album, as they are all important pieces of my journey – A.R. Rahman
In this interview, Rahman discusses his approach to his music and his willingness to be objective and allow others to sing his compositions. He emphasizes the busy schedule of a composer and the need to prioritize.
After the success of Taal and Lagaan, I feel my music has stabilized – A.R. Rahman
In the interview, A.R. Rahman speaks about the release of the music for "Nayak" and discusses his experiences as a composer. Despite his recent fame and success, Rahman remains humble and dedicated to his craft.