A R Rahman Turns 57: Rahman received the National Award for his first film : A R Rahman is considered one of the biggest names in the Indian music industry. Rahman’s songs are heard all over the world. Today is Rahman’s 57th birthday, born on January 6, 1967. Rahman’s voice and the music created by him have settled in the hearts of people forever and even today it gives people solace. Rahman has received 2 Oscars, 2 Grammys and 4 Filmfare Awards. Let us know about the stories related to Rahman (A R Rahman Birthday) on his birthday and some of his songs which people listen to very fondly even today.
A R Rahman Turns 57: Rahman received the National Award for his first film
His full name is Allah Rakha Rahman. This year he has turned 57 years old. Let us tell you that AR Rahman’s real name is Dilip Kumar, Rahman had changed his name after converting, which has also been a topic of discussion for him on many occasions. Rahman, who has settled in the hearts of people with his music, has inherited music from his father, his father was also a musician.
This is how my career started
After the death of his father, Rahman’s childhood was full of struggle, but after that he never looked back. Rahman had become expert in playing many musical instruments since childhood. He formed a band with his high school friends. After this he decided to leave studies and devote his entire time to music. He became a full time musician. Rahman started working with other composers and after a tough struggle, he got a chance to compose music for Mani Ratnam’s film Roja. Rahman also received a National Award for his music in his first film Roja.
During his career, Rahman also composed music for three Hollywood films including Slumdog Millionaire, for which he also received two Oscar Awards. At the same time, he also got two Grammy Awards in his kitty. Has won 6 national awards so far through his music. Also won many Filmfare awards.
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Such popular songs which people still listen to-
From ‘Dil Se’ to ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’/’Dil Se Re’ (1998)
All the songs of the film ‘Dil Se’ are evergreen, but Dil Se Re and Chaiyya Chaiyya are such that everyone must have included them in their playlist at some point of time.
‘Rang De Basanti’ Full Album (2006)
People like the entire album of Rang De Basanti very much. It starts with the song ‘Khalbali’. There are many more great songs ahead, which can be heard again and again.
‘Kun Faaya Kun’ from ‘Rockstar’ (2011)
The entire album of Rockstar film is fantastic, but its ‘Kun Faya Kun’ has been liked more by the people. This song is a mix of pop and sufi
‘Jai Ho’ (Slumdog Millionaire, 2008)
This song is one of the most successful and appreciated songs of Rahman. For this AR Rahman received the Academy Award and international recognition.
‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’ (Vande Mataram, 1997)
The song is one of Rahman’s most patriotic and powerful songs, and features vocals and lyrics by Rahman himself. The song was extremely successful and became the great-selling Indian non-film album in the world.
‘Masakali’ (Delhi-6, 2009)
The song is one of Rahman’s most fun and quirky songs, and features vocals by Mohit Chauhan and lyrics by Prasoon Joshi. The song was shot in the streets of Delhi and featured Abhishek Bachchan and Sonam Kapoor. This song was a hit and Rahman received the Filmfare Award for Leading Music Director.
‘Chhoti Si Asha’ from ‘Roja’ (1992)
Roja is considered to be one of AR Rahman’s most popular albums till date. After this album, he became a big name in the Indian music industry. Even today people listen to its song Chhoti Si Asha with the same fondness.
