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  • A.R. Rahman meets Harry Potter's Tom Felton aka Draco Malfoy at TIFF premiere of Hansal Mehta's Gandhi

    A.R. Rahman meets Harry Potter's Tom Felton aka Draco Malfoy at TIFF premiere of Hansal Mehta's Gandhi

    Harry Potter star Tom Felton is making his Bollywood debut with Hansal Mehta’s Gandhi series, which premiered at TIFF 2025. Music maestro A.R. Rahman shared a cheerful selfie alongside Felton.

  • Independence day 2025: 10 iconic songs that celebrate India

    Independence day 2025: 10 iconic songs that celebrate India

    From timeless classics to modern chartbusters, India’s musical legacy is rich with songs that celebrate the nation’s spirit. This Independence Day, relive the magic of these 10 iconic tracks — from Lata Mangeshkar’s soulful tributes to A.R. Rahman’s powerful anthems — that continue to stir hearts, unite generations, and inspire love for the motherland.

  • AR Rahman meets Sam Altman as they announce collaboration in upcoming AI music project Secret Mountain

    AR Rahman meets Sam Altman as they announce collaboration in upcoming AI music project Secret Mountain

    Music legend AR Rahman recently met OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to discuss their collaboration on the AI-powered project Secret Mountain. 

  • Netizens in awe of AR Rahman and Interstellar music director Hans Zimmer's music in Ramayana, write: "All time blockbuster loading"

    Netizens in awe of AR Rahman and Interstellar music director Hans Zimmer's music in Ramayana, write: "All time blockbuster loading"

    After the Ramayana Part 1 teaser dropped on July 3, audiences were mesmerized by its epic scale, stunning VFX, and the intense depictions of Ram and Ravana brought to life by Ranbir Kapoor and Yash.

  • BTS’ J-Hope caught vibing to AR Rahman’s Yaara at Paris Louis Vuitton show, sparks collab hopes

    BTS’ J-Hope caught vibing to AR Rahman’s Yaara at Paris Louis Vuitton show, sparks collab hopes

    A.R. Rahman shared a clip from Louis Vuitton’s Paris show featuring “Yaara,” his collaboration with Pharrell Williams, as his powerful beats lit up the Spring/Summer 2025 runway.

  • AR Rahman on working with Mani Ratnam ahead of Thug Life release, says "He has seen my growth"

    AR Rahman on working with Mani Ratnam ahead of Thug Life release, says "He has seen my growth"

    Award-winning music composer AR Rahman and filmmaker Mani Ratnam have collaborated for several projects including Roja, Kadal and OK Kanmani. Their recently collaboration includes Thug Life.

  • A.R. Rahman's 'Jinguchaa' Goes Pan-India: Wedding Anthem from Thug Life Drops in Hindi

    A.R. Rahman's 'Jinguchaa' Goes Pan-India: Wedding Anthem from Thug Life Drops in Hindi

    A.R. Rahman's 'Jinguchaa' from Thug Life now in Hindi! 1 Get ready for a groovier wedding season with this sensational anthem set to ignite sangeets across North India.  

  • AR Rahman says addresses his recent health scare, says, people do want me to live

    AR Rahman says addresses his recent health scare, says, people do want me to live

    Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman revealed the reason behind his health scare. He also addressed his separation from Saira Banu.

  • Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams AR Rahman for overuse of technology in music: Unhone sabko bol diya sab main kamaunga, musicians ki jarurat nahi, latop pe ho jayega

    Abhijeet Bhattacharya slams AR Rahman for overuse of technology in music: Unhone sabko bol diya sab main kamaunga, musicians ki jarurat nahi, latop pe ho jayega

    Veteran singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya has stirred controversy by criticizing AR Rahman in a recent interview, accusing him of disrespecting senior artists and sidelining traditional musicians in favor of technology-driven music production methods.

  • A.R. Rahman is set to start his Wonderment tour in Mumbai on THIS date, details inside

    A.R. Rahman is set to start his Wonderment tour in Mumbai on THIS date, details inside

    AR Rahman's upcoming concert tickets will go live on April 3. The singer will kick off his Wonderment tour with a grand event in Mumbai on May 3.

  • Director Rajiv Menon reflects on AR Rahman’s journey to Islam and family pressures: 'It was music that helped him...'

    Director Rajiv Menon reflects on AR Rahman’s journey to Islam and family pressures: 'It was music that helped him...'

    Director-cinematographer Rajiv Menon shared his experience of witnessing AR Rahman’s journey of embracing Islam, including the challenges he faced due to family pressure.

  • Saira Banu requests not to be called AR Rahman's ex-wife: 'we are not officially divorced...'

    Saira Banu requests not to be called AR Rahman's ex-wife: 'we are not officially divorced...'

    AR Rahman, who was hospitalized in Chennai due to dehydration, has now been discharged, with his family assuring fans it was a precautionary visit. Meanwhile, his estranged wife, Saira Banu, requested not to be addressed as his "ex-wife."

  • Oscar-winning music director A R Rahman discharged after brief hospitalisation

    Oscar-winning music director A R Rahman discharged after brief hospitalisation

    AR Rahman has now been discharged was being admitted to a private hospital on Greams Road in Chennai for a brief while. The music composer recently returned to India from his London trip.

  • Mansa Jimmy: ‘I got replaced in 12 songs, it’s very common in Bollywood that you get replaced’

    Mansa Jimmy: ‘I got replaced in 12 songs, it’s very common in Bollywood that you get replaced’

    EXCLUSIVE: Youth singing sensation Mansa Jimmy, aka Mansa Pandey, who performed in Delhi recently and will release her first music album next month, talks to Moneycontrol about making her kind of music, writing for Kannada and other regional film music, meeting Gulzar & wanting to work with AR Rahman.

  • AR Rahman’s ex-wife Saira Banu undergoes an emergency surgery, focuses on recovery

    AR Rahman’s ex-wife Saira Banu undergoes an emergency surgery, focuses on recovery

    AR Rahman's former wife, Saira Banu, was recently hospitalized and underwent emergency surgery. Her lawyer, Vandana Shah, released an official statement on her health condition.

  • Ed Sheeran and AR Rahman ignite Chennai concert with epic Mashup of Shape of You and Urvasi Urvasi

    Ed Sheeran and AR Rahman ignite Chennai concert with epic Mashup of Shape of You and Urvasi Urvasi

    Ed Sheeran’s Chennai concert became unforgettable when AR Rahman joined him on stage. Performing "Shape of You" with Rahman blending in the chorus of Urvasi Urvasi, the surprise collaboration left fans in awe. This powerful mashup of global hits created a magical moment fans will cherish forever.

  • Suspense builds as Tere Ishk Mein teases fierce female character ahead of big reveal

    Suspense builds as Tere Ishk Mein teases fierce female character ahead of big reveal

    The excitement for Tere Ishk Mein is soaring as fans eagerly await tomorrow’s big reveal. Created by the team behind Raanjhanaa—Aanand L Rai, A.R. Rahman, and Himanshu Sharma—along with producer Bhushan Kumar, the film promises a captivating journey filled with love, longing, and emotional depth.

  • AR Rahman NOT replaced by Devi Sri Prasad in Ram CHaran's RC16

    AR Rahman NOT replaced by Devi Sri Prasad in Ram CHaran's RC16

    Recent reports suggesting that Telugu composer Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) would replace AR Rahman in Ram Charan’s upcoming film RC16 have been debunked, with latest updates confirming them to be baseless.

  • AR Rahman is not a friendly person, Sonu Nigam: He doesn’t open up to anyone

    AR Rahman is not a friendly person, Sonu Nigam: He doesn’t open up to anyone

    Veteran singer Sonu Nigam, who has worked with noted musician AR Rahman in many hit scores, shocked everyone when he said that the Dil Se musician is not at all friendly.

  • AR Rahman says Anirudh Ravichander shouldn’t do music for big hero films, says, "request to you is to have a classical version of the song"

    AR Rahman says Anirudh Ravichander shouldn’t do music for big hero films, says, "request to you is to have a classical version of the song"

    A R Rahman, the iconic composer, praised Anirudh's musical journey at the audio launch of Kadhalikka Neramillai. Rahman encouraged the young composer to explore new opportunities beyond big-budget hero films, urging him to diversify his work and expand his creative horizons in the music industry.

  • AR Rahman gets replaced by Sai Abhyankkar in Suriya 45

    AR Rahman gets replaced by Sai Abhyankkar in Suriya 45

    In an unexpected move, Sai Abhyankkar has been appointed as the new music director for the much-anticipated Suriya-RJ Balaji collaboration, tentatively titled Suriya 45. Originally, the project had AR Rahman attached as composer, but recent changes have shifted the musical helm.

  • Will AR Rahman and Saira Banu reconcile? Lawyer's statement hints at possibility

    Will AR Rahman and Saira Banu reconcile? Lawyer's statement hints at possibility

    The announcement of AR Rahman and Saira Banu's divorce has shocked fans globally. After nearly 30 years of marriage, the couple has decided to part ways, sparking speculation about their children's custody and whether reconciliation is possible.

  • Mohini Dey on linkup rumours with AR Rahman: He is a legend and like father to me

    Mohini Dey on linkup rumours with AR Rahman: He is a legend and like father to me

    Mohini Dey, the renowned bassist, recently addressed baseless rumors about her alleged relationship with legendary musician AR Rahman. She strongly denied the allegations, emphasizing that Rahman is “like a father” to her and holds a significant role in her musical journey.

  • Saira Banu reveals the real reason why she decided to separate from AR Rahman; requests media to STOP tarnishing his name

    Saira Banu reveals the real reason why she decided to separate from AR Rahman; requests media to STOP tarnishing his name

    Saira Banu, who recently announced her separation from her husband, the music maestro AR Rahman, shared that she has been "physically unwell for the last couple of months" and felt the need to take a break from their relationship. In a heartfelt voice note, Saira Banu requested the public and media not to tarnish AR Rahman's name, praising him as “a gem of a person” and “the best man in the world.”

  • Amid separation announcement, AR Rahman warns slanderers with legal notice

    Amid separation announcement, AR Rahman warns slanderers with legal notice

    Earlier this week, both AR Rahman and Mohini Dey announced their separations from their respective partners within hours of each other, sparking conspiracy theories and rumors about an alleged affair between the two.

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