A R Rahman Addresses Backlash with Heartfelt Message

A R Rahman addresses recent criticism over his comments in an interview, emphasizing the intent behind his words and his dedication to India's culture through music. He highlights his work with diverse projects and expresses his perspective on industry changes impacting his career opportunities.

Renowned composer A R Rahman has taken to social media to address the backlash following his remarks in a recent interview. He expressed that while intentions may be misunderstood, his aim has always been to uplift and honor India's culture through music, rather than causing pain.

Rahman reflected on his journey of working on diverse projects, from nurturing young talent at the WAVES summit to collaborations with musicians across India. He emphasized that being Indian empowers him to embrace multicultural voices and create a space for freedom of expression.

His comments followed an interview where he pointed out a power shift within the Hindi film industry, affecting his work opportunities. Rahman noted how decisions are now influenced by non-creative entities, hinting at communal biases affecting his career trajectory.

(With inputs from agencies.)