AR Rahman
Asif Akbar on his way to debut in Bollywood
Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar lately demonstrated his versatility by venturing into Bollywood songs. Recently, he journeyed to India and recorded a track at AR Rahman's KM Studio and Yash Raj Studio. Taking to social media, he excitedly announced his debut in the Indian film industry, although he kept the film's name under wraps.
Amitabh Bachchan to receive Lata Mangeshkar Award; AR Rahman, Randeep Hooda also honoured
Amitabh Bachchan, a name synonymous with megastardom in the Indian film industry, has amassed numerous accolades throughout his illustrious career. Adding to his long list of achievements, he will soon be honoured with the prestigious Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puruskar.
Hans Zimmer to debut in Bollywood, collaborate with AR Rahman
Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari has commenced shooting for “Ramayana”, with Ranbir Kapoor portraying Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Yash as Ravana. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Nitesh and producer Namit Malhotra have enlisted the services of Oscar-winners Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman for the project. Hans Zimmer is renowned for his work on films such as “The Lion King”, “Man of Steel”, “Interstellar”, “Dark Knight” Trilogy, and “Inception”, among others.
AR Rahman defends decision to use AI in music, credits it as a 'tool to speed up things’
Renowned musician AR Rahman has sparked a conversation in the music industry after revealing his use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recreating the voices of two late singers, Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed, for the song "Thimiri Yezhuda" in Rajinikanth's “Lal Salaam”. While the decision has drawn criticism, Rahman stands firm, defending the integration of AI as a means to enhance efficiency rather than replace human talent.
AR Rahman clarifies use of AI to recreate voices of late singers
Renowned composer AR Rahman has addressed the controversy surrounding his use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to recreate the voices of late singers Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed for the song "Thimiri Yezhuda" in Rajinikanth's upcoming film “Lal Salaam”. The move sparked mixed reactions from fans, prompting Rahman to provide clarification.
AR Rahman reaches Nagore Dargah in auto-rickshaw
Renowned musician AR Rahman, made a humble yet significant entrance at the Nagore Dargah in Nagapattinam, arriving in an auto-rickshaw to participate in the revered Kanduri festival.
Arijit Singh reveals AR Rahman was the first to use auto-tune
In a recent interview, Arijit Singh explained that auto-tune cannot turn non-singers into singers and revealed that Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman first used it.
Coke Studio Bangla presents ‘Karar Oi Louho Kabat’ in original tune amid Pippa controversy
Coke Studio Bangla has launched a new video song featuring eminent poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s “Karar Oi Louho Kabat", in its original tune sung by young students from numerous educational institutions of the country, to commemorate the 53rd Victory Day.
Legal notice sent to halt streaming of AR Rahman’s ‘Karar Oi Louho Kabat’ rendition
A legal notice was served on the government in order to remove or halt the streaming of AR Rahman’s version of the song “Karar Oi Louho Kabat” from all social media, OTT, and streaming platforms in Bangladesh immediately.
‘Speak in Tamil not Hindi’: AR Rahman tells wife at award show
Despite his productions in multiple languages and across countries, AR Rahman has been a vocal advocate of the Tamil language
AR Rahman launches digital music platform Katraar on his 56th birthday
Oscar-winning music director, singer, and songwriter AR Rahman is celebrating his 56th birthday on Friday and he took to Twitter to make an announcement about the launch of his digital platform ‘Katraar’.
AR Rahman dismisses remix culture: ‘Who are you to re-imagine?’
Bollywood singer Neha Kakkar is facing severe backlash for recreating Falguni Pathak’s iconic song “Maine Payal Hai Chhankai.” Many musicians and social media users have called out remix culture, or destroying the true essence of original work.
AR Rahman serenades Dhaka
The concert, "Cricket Celebrates Mujib 100", organised by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), was held today at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina attended the musical evening.
AR Rahman lends his voice to Sachin Tendulkar biographical film
The trailer of 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams', which encapsulates the professional highs and the lesser-known personal life of Sachin Tendulkar, has already piqued the audience's curiosity.
AR Rahman scores music for Tendulkar biopic
When a music maestro contributes his skills to a biopic on a cricket maestro, it is only natural that the entertainment industry will be agog.
A celebration of the melody man
His mother sold all her jewelry to buy him the equipment in a music studio.
