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‘Always Wanted My Music Beyond India’s Walls’: A.R. Rahman’s Dream Comes True
"I've had the wish to compose international projects right from Roja." Twenty years later, A.R. Rahman's vision of taking Indian film music to global audiences becomes reality.
‘You Can’t Betray Listeners’ Trust’: Rahman on Taking His Time to Get Music Right
From composing without scripts to refusing to rush music, Rahman reveals his unconventional methods while preparing for global stage. "I don't think I've done anything special yet."
‘Now I’m Thinking About This Millennium’: Rahman on Looking Ahead, Not Back
"I've forgotten Taal, Takshak, Dil Hi Dil Mein. Now I'm thinking about this millennium." Rahman reveals why he never dwells on past compositions, only future challenges.
‘Ishwar Allah’: How A.R. Rahman Created a Peace Message Song in 24 Hours
"The bhajan Ishwar Allah was written and composed in one day," reveals Rahman. Created for Earth's partition story, this spontaneous composition became a timeless prayer of unity.
I’ve set the price that reflects the worth of my talent and time – A.R. Rahman
The interview titled which appears below, was originally published on Rediff.com in February 2000. ©The rights to this…