AR Rahman "thanks God" no-one injured in stage collapseBy Shabnam MahmoodBBC Asian Network [image: AR Rahman]Rahman's work on Slumdog Millionaire earned him Oscars for best original score and song
Slumdog Millionaire composer AR Rahman says he "thanks God" that nobody from his crew was killed when his stage collapsed last month. Staff were injured and instruments were destroyed when a lighting rig collapsed during preparations for a gig in Detroit. "I thank God they're all still alive," Rahman told the BBC Asian Network. The incident forced the composer to postpone several American and European dates on his Jai Ho tour. At the time, Rahman said the accident had "a profound effect" on his band, dancers and crew. "But it is the fans to whom I send the most heartfelt apology," he added. *3D film* "It was a stressful time," Rahman told the BBC on Tuesday, adding that his stage had been completely rebuilt for upcoming UK dates. The Indian musician, who has worked with Kylie Minogue and Lord Lloyd-Webber, said British audiences could expect a lavish production, combining the spectacles of Broadway shows, circus acts and rock concerts. There are also plans for the tour - named after the hit single he recorded for Slumdog Millionaire - to be filmed in 3D. Rahman called it part of his "bigger vision" for the concerts. Rahman has rescheduled shows in North America for September. But on Tuesday he announced that shows planned for Zurich, Paris and Mannheim this weekend have been cancelled "due to circumstances beyond our control". He has promised to go back to the US to perform later this year. Rahman has been asked to compose the official anthem for this year's Commonwealth Games in Delhi, India. He is teaming up with renowned Tamil film director Bala for the project. "He is an old friend, we are a great team and I'm glad to be working with him again" Rahman said. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment+arts-10631833
