A.R. Rahman – Full Biography & Filmography
A.R. Rahman is one of the most celebrated music composers in the world, known for his unique fusion of Indian classical, electronic, and world music. His work in Tamil, Hindi, and international cinema has earned him Oscars, Grammys, and multiple National Film Awards.
🎶 Early Life & Background
- Full Name: A. S. Dileep Kumar (later converted to Islam and took the name Allah Rakha Rahman)
- Born: January 6, 1967
- Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Family: His father, R.K. Shekhar, was a composer for Tamil and Malayalam films. Rahman started learning music at a young age after his father’s passing.
Education & Musical Training
- Trained in Carnatic music, Western classical, Hindustani music, and electronic music.
- Studied at Trinity College of Music, London, earning a degree in Western classical music.
- Started his career composing advertising jingles before moving into film music.
🎥 Film Career (Debut & Rise to Fame)
A.R. Rahman made his film debut with Roja (1992), directed by Mani Ratnam. The film’s music was a massive success, leading to national recognition.
Key Films from the 1990s (Breakthrough & National Success)
- Roja (1992) – National Award Winner
- Bombay (1995)
- Rangeela (1995) – Bollywood Debut
- Kadhalan (1994)
- Indian (1996)
- Minsara Kanavu (1997)
- Dil Se (1998)
- Jeans (1998)
- Taal (1999)
2000s (International Stardom & Bollywood Domination)
Rahman’s Bollywood career took off in the 2000s, and he started working on international projects.
- Alaipayuthey (2000)
- Lagaan (2001) – Nominated for an Oscar
- Kannathil Muthamittal (2002)
- Saathiya (2002)
- Boys (2003)
- Yuva (2004)
- Swades (2004)
- Rang De Basanti (2006)
- Guru (2007)
- Sivaji: The Boss (2007)
2008 – Slumdog Millionaire & Academy Awards
- Composed for Slumdog Millionaire (2008), which won him:
- 2 Academy Awards (Oscars)
- 2 Grammy Awards
- Golden Globe Award
2010s (Continued Global Influence & Bollywood Hits)
- Enthiran (2010)
- Rockstar (2011)
- Kadal (2013)
- OK Kanmani (2015)
- 99 Songs (2021, his debut as a producer)
🏆 Awards & Honors
Academy Awards (Oscars) 🏆
- Best Original Score – Slumdog Millionaire (2008)
- Best Original Song – “Jai Ho” (Slumdog Millionaire, 2008)
Grammy Awards 🎵
- Best Compilation Soundtrack – Slumdog Millionaire
- Best Song – “Jai Ho”
National Film Awards 🎖
- Won 6 times, for films like Roja, Minsara Kanavu, Lagaan, Kannathil Muthamittal, and others.
Filmfare Awards 🏆
- Won 32 Filmfare Awards, making him the most awarded composer in India.
Padma Bhushan (2010)
- One of India’s highest civilian honors.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYfhORm7ztE&pp=ygUbQS5SLiBSYWhtYW4gYmlvZ3JhcGh5IHRhbWls
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