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Musician
A. R. Rahman
Active Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam
- FromChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Based inChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Age56–65
- Active1987 – Present
- Updated
A. R. Rahman Biography
A. R. Rahman – Full Information
- Full Name: Allah Rakha Rahman (born A. S. Dileep Kumar)
- Popular Name: A. R. Rahman
- Nickname: Isai Puyal (Musical Storm)
- Profession: Music Composer, Singer, Music Producer, Songwrite
- Date of Birth: 6 January 1967
- Age Range: 58 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Current Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Years Active: 1987 – Present
- Debut Film as Composer: Roja (1992)
- Industries Worked In: Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, English (Hollywood)
- Known For: Revolutionary sound design, fusion of Indian classical with electronic/world music
Family Background
- Father: R. K. Shekhar
- Mother: Kasturi Shekhar
- Wife: Saira Banu
- Children: Khatija Rahman, Raheema Rahman, Ameen Rahman
A. R. Rahman – Education
- School: Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan, Chennai
- Music Training: Trinity College of Music, London (Western classical certification)
- Also trained extensively in Carnatic music under master musicians
Career Highlight
| Year | Category | Title / Achievement | Role / Credit | Language / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Career Start | Roja | Music Composer | Breakthrough debut |
| 1995 | Career Highlight | Bombay | Composer | Global recognition |
| 1997 | Music Video | Maa Tujhe Salaam | Performer | Directed by Bharatbala |
| 2001 | Career Highlight | Lagaan | Composer | Oscar-nominated film |
| 2002 | Actor | Kadhal Virus | Himself | Tamil cameo |
| 2007 | Music Video | Pray for Me Brother | Performer | Bharatbala |
| 2007 | Music Video | One Love | Performer | Owais Husain |
| 2008 | Music Video | Jiya Se Jiya | Performer | Kanika Myer |
| 2008 | Career Highlight | Slumdog Millionaire | Composer | International breakthrough |
| 2009 | Career Highlight | Wins 2 Oscars + 2 Grammys | Composer | Historic achievement |
| 2009 | Music Video | Vellai Pookkal | Performer | Mani Ratnam |
| 2009 | Music Video | Jai Ho! (You Are My Destiny) | Performer | Thomas Kloss |
| 2010 | Music Video | Semmozhiyaana Tamizh Mozhiyaam | Performer | Gautham Vasudev Menon |
| 2010 | Career Highlight | Padma Bhushan | Awardee | India’s civilian honour |
| 2011 | Music Video | Changing Seasons | Performer | Mani Ratnam |
| 2011 | Music Video | Miracle Worker | Performer | Paul Boyd |
| 2012 | Music Video | Infinite Love | Performer | Paul Boyd |
| 2017 | Performer | One Heart | Live Concert Film | Global tour |
| 2019 | Actor | Bigil | Himself | Cameo in “Singappenney” |
| 2019 | Music Video | Marvel Anthem | Performer | Punit Malhotra |
| 2019 | Music Video | Singappenney | Performer | Atlee |
| 2020 | Producer | Atkan Chatkan | Producer | Hindi film |
| 2020 | Music Video | You Got Me | Performer | Uma-Gaiti |
| 2021 | Producer / Writer | 99 Songs | Producer & Writer | Debut as writer |
| 2022 | Actor | Aaraattu | Himself | Malayalam cameo |
| 2022 | Producer / Writer / Director | Le Musk | Producer, Writer, Director | Directorial debut |
| 2022 | Music Video | Moopilla Thamizhe Thaaye | Performer | Tamil anthem |
| 2023 | Actor | Maamannan | Himself | Cameo song |
| 2023 | Career Highlight | Maamannan | Composer | Political drama |
| 2024 | Actor | Ayalaan | Himself | Promo song cameo |
Recent Activity
- Actively working on the upcoming epic Ramayana alongside international composer Hans Zimmer
- Set to make his acting debut in the film Moonwalk
- Recently addressed controversy about reduced Bollywood work, reaffirming his strong commitment to Indian music and cinema
Upcoming film projects include:
- Peddi
- Gandhi Talks (silent thriller)
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Music Direction | National Film Award | Roja | Won |
| 1992 | Music Direction | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Roja | Won |
| 1993 | Music Director | Filmfare South | Roja | Won |
| 1994 | Music Director | Cinema Express / Kalasaagar | Gentleman | Won |
| 1995 | Government Honour | Kalaimamani | Contribution to Music | Won |
| 1995 | Special Award | R D Burman Award | New Music Talent | Won |
| 1996 | Music Director | Filmfare South | Bombay | Won |
| 1997 | Music Director | Screen South Awards | Kadhal Desam | Won |
| 1998 | Music Album | Screen Awards | Vande Mataram | Won |
| 1999 | Music Director | Filmfare | Dil Se | Won |
| 2000 | Government Honour | Padma Shri | Lifetime Contribution | Won |
| 2000 | Music Director | Filmfare / IIFA / Zee Cine | Taal | Won |
| 2001 | Music Director | National Film Award | Lagaan | Won |
| 2001 | Government Honour | Awadh Samman | Contribution to Music | Won |
| 2002 | Music Director | Filmfare | Lagaan | Won |
| 2003 | Music Director | Filmfare | Saathiya | Won |
| 2004 | Government Honour | National Lata Mangeshkar Award | Contribution to Music | Won |
| 2005 | Music Director | Filmfare | Rang De Basanti | Won |
| 2007 | Music Director | Filmfare | Guru | Won |
| 2008 | International | Critics Choice + Satellite Awards | Slumdog Millionaire | Won |
| 2009 | Academy Awards | Best Original Score | Slumdog Millionaire | Won |
| 2009 | Academy Awards | Best Original Song (Jai Ho) | Slumdog Millionaire | Won |
| 2009 | Grammy Awards | Best Soundtrack + Song | Slumdog Millionaire | Won |
| 2009 | Golden Globe | Best Original Score | Slumdog Millionaire | Won |
| 2009 | BAFTA | Best Original Score | Slumdog Millionaire | Won |
| 2009 | CNN-IBN | Indian of the Year | Career | Won |
| 2010 | Government Honour | Padma Bhushan | Lifetime Contribution | Won |
| 2010 | World Economic Forum | Crystal Award | Global Music Impact | Won |
| 2011 | Filmfare | Best Music Director | Rockstar | Won |
| 2012 | Mirchi Music Awards | Album of the Year | Rockstar | Won |
| 2014 | Honorary Doctorate | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland | Music | Honoured |
| 2016 | International Honour | Fukuoka Prize (Japan) | Arts & Culture | Won |
| 2017 | Filmfare South | Best Music Director | Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada | Won |
| 2018 | Lifetime Achievement | KISS Foundation | Music | Won |
| 2019 | Global Icon | Behindwoods Gold Mic | Inspiration | Won |
| 2022 | National Film Award | Best Background Score | Ponniyin Selvan I | Won |
| 2023 | Global Film Festival | Best Music Composer | Iravin Nizhal | Won |
| 2024 | Filmfare OTT | Best Music + Background Score | Amar Singh Chamkila | Won |
| 2025 | International Honour | Lakshminarayana International Award | Music | Won |
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About A. R. Rahman
What is A. R. Rahman’s real name?
Allah Rakha Rahman (born A. S. Dileep Kumar)
How many Oscars has A. R. Rahman won?
Two
Which film made him famous?
Roja (1992)
Where does A. R. Rahman live now?
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Is A. R. Rahman still active in music?
Yes, he continues composing for Indian and international projects.
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