[arr] Re: Rahman sir shud do sumthing..
I don't know. It's a bit difficult to file cases, as these TVs are all associated with political parties. I do think Rahman would place himself in an undesirable situation. It would be best though, if there were some concrete copyright rules set up for his creations, so that this sort of stuff can be prevented. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur vith...@... wrote: SUN TV, VIJAY TV and PODHIGAI TV in Tamil Nadu use his BGMs very extensively. I have heard the following 1. Spirit of Rangeela 2. Kisna Theme ( just like that.. ) 3. Padaiyappa BGMs 4. Vande Mataram 5. Jodha Akbar ( Azeem O Shahenshah Drum beats ) so many so many I think AR also knows all these. He has just left it offf... On Mon, Mar 16, 2009 at 9:29 AM, Vinod Pisipati idlevin...@...wrote: hi.. theres a serial called chi la sow sravanthi in gemini tv (telugu) they are using most of our ARR sir's bgms in der serial as bgms...till now i've heard them using jodha akbar, slumdog millionaire, swades, ghajini and few more... plz do sumthin..can v file a case against them...how can v spread this msg to arr sir n his producers...violation of copyrights can ban their serial... Thanks Regards Vinod Pisipati -- Check out the all-new Messenger 9.0! Click here.http://in.rd.yahoo.com/tagline_messenger_7/*http://in.messenger.yahoo.com/ -- regards, Vithur
[arr] Re: Roja title song humming by Chitra or Sujatha?
Even I have had this question for long...especially in her early days in Tamil(Roja entry), Sujatha and Chithra had similar tonal qualities. And ARR used to switch up singers for different songs in different languages. Like Chithra sings Vellai Malai in Hindi. And audio companies do mess up names. I guess only those involved will know. I thought Chinna Chinna Aasai was the film's signature, therefore, title song:-) Otherwise, Kadhal Rojave is the ending song. Sujatha Mohan and Sujatha are the same. I believe in Malayalam, she was referred to as Sujatha Mohan. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, rivjot riv...@... wrote: I was watching this video in which Sujatha Mohan said that her first song with Rahman was hummimg in Roja title track. Whereas it is Chitra credited on covers (Hindi CD). or was it that Chitra's hummimg was used in Hindi version and Sujatha's humming in Tamil version.. To make it even more confusing, it was Sujatha (not Sujatha Mohan) who hummed at LA Concert who actually was the singer? they all sound the same to me :/ Another thing I want to be cleared is between Sujatha vs Sujatha Mohan vs Sujatha Trivedi vs Sujatha Bhattacharya vs Sujatha Goswami vs Sujatha Majumdar I have seen Sujatha and Sujatha Mohan. I know Sujatha Bhattaycharya is Madhushree. Sujatha Majumdar is singer of Delhi-6 (is she different one?) Sujatha Goswami never sang for Rahman, so I guess she is someone else. Who is Sujatha Trivedi - Is she Sujatha?
[arr] Re: Who has done the Best Humming So Far for ARR Songs???
I don't know about best, as I have been a bit out of loop music. But definitely, ARR's alltime popular humming was by Sujatha. I can say it is the best. For Kadhal Rojave ... the 'lalala laa'. Closely following, is Chithra's intro hummings for the sax in Duet. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gomzy gomtesh.upad...@... wrote: A R Rahman for Kabhi neem neem tops them all . On Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Arvind Ar arr_arv...@... wrote: Sometimes, more than the song, its the Humming of the singers that keep on Haunting us all the time and make us croon to that everytime..!!! So, which one has captured the majority Rahmaniacs so far??? For me... 1) SWARNALATHA -- Sunta Hai(Pukar) , Endhan Vaanin ( Kaadhal Virus) 2) SUJATHA -- Kadhal Roja (Roja), Background of En Swasa Kaatre 3) CHITRA -- Title Track En Swasa Kaatre 4) SONU NIGAM -- Guzarish (Ghajini) 5) A R RAHMAN -- Marudhaani (Sakkarakatti) I definetly feel Swarnalatha ji is the queen of Humming for Rahman ji..!!! Even her Sinjore song from Kannathil Muthamittal had her brilliant humming amidst the Anupama's portion of the song!!
[arr] Re: The History Behind the Name Rahman
Actually, Many years back, in an interview that I still recall, Rahman's mom had said: My husband used to be strong believer. When Rahman was composing for first film, I went to see an astrologer(I forgot the name she mentioned). The astrologer said to put A.R before his name. I asked why, and astrologer said, just do so, he will go to great heights(I think you all remember, initially, Rahman was referred to as Abdul Rahman in most medias). I spoke with Maniratnam. Initially people said to use the name Dileep, as it would be familiar. But I requested Maniratnam that only A.R.Rahman should be used. [This was an interview many years back. I don't recall what print media it was from. Certainly, one of the popular weekly's I think. So I think there might be some truth in what the astrologer says]
[arr] Ella Pugazhum IraivanukkE - Oscar man Rahman
Rahman, So proud of you. You created history today. You were right, 'ella pugazhum iraivanukkE', and he has given that to you. As a far for the last 14 years, I am immensely proud of you. You have made Tamilnadu proud!
[arr] Re: Now Mahesh Bhatt has a problem with Slumdog
These same people would be 'over the moon', had they been involved with the same project. I bet Amitabh's and Mahesh's opinion of Indian films are probably just the rubbish made in Bollywood. That's what Bollywood has been projecting as Indian all these years. It's wonderful that A.R.Rahman is contending for the Oscars, in a film that will be understandable for the entire world. Rahman will definitely take at least 1 oscar. Rahman is an inspiration, of humility and hardwork. No worries what others think. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Mahima Sengupta mahiya_is_mind_blow...@... wrote: Well there is going to be a lot of criticism from the industry ( lets consider it is 'sour grapes') for such people and not waste our energy on these things. ARR is up there and I feel there is no looking back for him. Lets generate positive vibes while all the time concentrating on praying sincerely for ARR's Prosperity in terms of name, fame, health and happiness. Jai Ho! Mahiya --- On Sat, 1/24/09, $ Pavan Kumar $ pawancum...@... wrote: From: $ Pavan Kumar $ pawancum...@... Subject: [arr] Now Mahesh Bhatt has a problem with Slumdog To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com Date: Saturday, January 24, 2009, 7:16 AM Thought, till the oscars come, lets discuss over this.. On Rahman's music Mahesh Bhatt says.. `Slumdog Millionaire' is not the best work of even A.R Rehman. If you see his work in the past, he has produced such a quality product that it shouldn't even take a minute to award this legend. His music in `Taal', `Rang De Basanti' or even `Lagaan', which was nominated for the Oscars, stood nowhere in eyes of the Oscars' Jury. However, when his music has a white connection, it comes to the priority list of the awards. Why? So is it that we Indians are incapable of making it to Oscars? Or it is just that we would be used for other's benefit and just left unrecognized, questions Mahesh Bhatt. Sir..Ok, we got no problem on this..But what really my tiny mind doesnt understands is what you mean when you say these lines.. In my opinion, if any Indian related to this film gets the Oscar, it should not be kept in India, because we want to actually win the Oscar and not be given as an offering. ??? I am not able to understand why these people have a problem with Slumdog, because it's called as India's most successfull film ever? or because they think that they had made better movies than these? Aren't technicians from other coutries used in the Indian movies? How much do we recognize them here? Some say that Slumdog shows india in poor light by depicting its ugly side..but when many filmmakers can use Sex or fantasize them to sell there movies, Why can't danny make a good entertaining movie full of optimism by showing slums in his movie..after all, we can't say ignore that fact.. For example, Nobody shouted about Madhur bhandarkar's Traffic signal...When you didnt have problem with it, then why with slumdog..just because it has british director and has been appreciated the world over? Mahesh bhatt says So it is just like making hay while the sun shines for Danny Boyle, who is using the Indian effect for grabbing an Oscar When danny and crew set out to make the movie, they didn't think of oscar, The movie was supposed to come on DVD's straight away..We need to be extremley thankfull to danny for involving Indian technicians in this movie especially in form of Rahman, Tandon and also many others..He wanted to make a good movie and he has succeded in it..Lets congratulate him instead of pointing fingers at him.. These were just my thoughts...Would also like to all your views too, Cheers, Pavan btw, Read mahesh bhatt's entire interview here. http://www.realboll ywood.com/ news/2009/ 01/slumdog- is-hardly- the-best- work-of-rahman- anil-kapoor- or-irrfan- khan-mahesh- bhatt.html
[arr] Re: [RM] Rahman Sir is a great treasure for Tamilians - Actor Sathyaraj
Vithur, How rightly Sathyaraj has said! The son of Tamilnadu, the pride of India. Extremely proud of Rahman. He has conquered the world scene, starting from Chennai. From Roja to Slumdog Millionaire, you have gone a great distance, but as you recently sang, 'Neengal' Enga Veetu Pillai:-) We are SO proud. Thamizha Thamizha Naalai Nam Naalae... (Roja) Rahman, you have brought justice to the lines you tuned music for 16 years ago... God BLESS! You are an inspiration, God bless your aspirations. Vithur, please give link to all your mp3 files. Thanks. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur vith...@... wrote: Actor Sathyaraj ( Vandicholai Chinnarasu fame ) in Rahmania Q :- What do you feel about Rahman's Music ? When I was on my way for shooting, there were talks that a new Music Director had arrived in the scene for Maniratnam's new movie. There was a studio in Vahini, and on my way, I was listening to the songs of Roja. I was listening to Chinna Chinna aasai, and found the tune, the sound to be very different. I had faith that Maniratnam had found the right person for his music. When I arrived in the shooting spot, Heroine Banupriya was humming the tune of the songs from Roja. She was singing Chinna Chinna aasai from 9 Am to 6 PM on that day. Once the film got released, seeing the songs on the screen, I was stunned beyond words. Those were times, when Illayaraja was the monarch and his songs were heard everywhere. Its so tough for a newcomer to make a name for himself in that space. Just as Machana Paartheengala from annakili was a new sound for Illayaraja, when MSV was previously reigning supreme at that moment. Then, as every Hero would have a desire to act in the music of a great Music Director, I also had the desire. The song Senthamiz Naatu Tamiachaye became very famous. Hearing the song Chitirai Nilavu , the full team consisting of Dance Master Babu, Producer Mani, Director Manoj Kumar were puzzled, as to how to picturise the song. The senthamizh song suppressed the greatness of this song. That is Rahman Sir 's success. Q :- Apart from Vandhicholai chinnarasu songs, what are the other songs of Rahman which you like ? Nowadays, we see Tamilians live across the globe, and it is the greatness of Rahman Sir, to highlight the importance of Tamil across the globe and make Tamilians proud. Music paves an important role in even change of Government. Music was a major reason for MGR to become a Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. In the same way, Music is an important role in uniting Tamilians across the Globe. Nowadays, its the Youth who tend to forget Tamil. and in that matter, Rahman Sir's songs create an important effect in arousing the desire of the youth towards Tamil. All songs of his are excellent songs. He is a great treasure for Tamilians. And the speciality of him is that he has started doing Re recording for Hollywood Films, Hindi Films etc. Its a great privilege for any Tamilian, as tomorrow, when he would win the Oscars, it would get a lot of fame for the Tamil Fraternity itself. IT would be written that he started his career with Roja ( which is a Tamil movie ) -- regards, Vithur
[arr] Re: [RM] Chitraji talks about ARR IR ( Audio Files )
Thanks very much Vithur. Have heard your uploads. All pretty good. This one with Chithra is very good. Thanks for your work. Wishing Rahman all the best for best in the future after winning such popular awards. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur vith...@... wrote: She sings Kannalane, Kannmoochi Yennada, Theendai ( Her voice is so fresh ) http://www.mediafire.com/?zd0nn1nin1y http://www.mediafire.com/?oo4jjjl2mdy http://www.mediafire.com/?4dztuz4xiwy ( One more link is there and will be uploaded soon ) -- regards, Vithur
[arr] Re: Thenmerku ParuvaKaatru - Another gem from ARR revisited.
More tidbits about this song: This was Unnikrishnan's first duet in a film. He was apprehensive about singing it. As you know, with Rahman, each singer does his or her part separately, without the other even being present. But for this recording, UnniKrishnan was at the studio first and had Chithra due her portion first, so that he could get the gist of the duet. Read this on an interview more than a decade back.
[arr] Re: Kaviperarasu VAIRAMUTHU on A.R.RAHMAN - SPECIAL RAHMANIA SHOW ( MUST READ - VERY INTERESTING )
Thanks so much for ur work. It really is a wonderful thing you are doing, for all of us who have no access. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Members For people who know Tamil, I am trying to put all the MP3 versions in Mediafire links. There are a lot of things discussed by Vairamuthu Sir, which I found it difficult to translate, as you all may be aware the Tamil proficiency of Vairamuthu Sir. So, I insist U listen to these Mp3s. On 1/15/08, Vithur [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear Rahmaniacs, It was really a special Rahmania Show today, with Kavignar Vairamuthu who has been very very famous for his lyrics, and his love for Tamil, and who has been assosciated with ARR right from Roja till Sivaji sharing his thoughts on ARR. ( For people who know Tamil, MP3s links will be given in my future mails ) *INTRODUCTION :-* Kaviperarasu ( Renowned scholar ) Vairamuthu is credited with 5 National Awards for Tamil Literature, evergreen Lyricist, credited with Doctorate by Two Universities twice , The Living Legend. He had also won the Sahitya Academy Award for Kallikattu Ithigasam. Had also won the Padmashree Award for Literature. *BEFORE AND AFTER ARR MUSIC :-* Before ARR Music, since 1980 to 1990 ; After 1990 , It has been the wave of ARR. My music journey can be divided into 2 phases. One with Ilayaraja and one with ARR. Being with ARR was different , and being with Ilayaraja was different . during Ilayaraja time, it was classical religiuos music and during ARR time, I could admire heights of Western Classical Music. ARR discovered a blend of Classical and Western Music. Both the MDs have influenced me with their own styles. *How do you change yourself with the changing face of Music ??* This is a good question. Once upon a time, Music was composed based on writings. Later, the trend of writing lyrics for the tune emerged. When , music is composed based on lyrics, the lyricist has a lot of freedom. But when , the lyricist writes based on the tune, he becomes lilttle limited, just like a parrot wishing to fly, but caught in a cage. Then too, the beauty of the tune soothes us and we have started accepting that. But ARR , has accepted my lyrics for some songs and has composed the tune for them. And one of my favourites amongst that is KANNUKKU MAI AZAHGU ( PUDIYA MUGAM). The lyrics was already present, and he composed it based on the lyrics. The tune was so soothing, that I have my doubt if the same song would have been composed before the lyrics was ready. Chinna Chinna Aasai :- ARR gave the tune. That thought was little old to me. I had written a poem titled ennakku Pudikkum ( I like it ) . And it so happened that the lyrics of Chinna Chinna Aasai got inserted finely into the song. We took only that title Chinna Chinna Aasai from my poem, and the rest was seperately written by me. *ANY SONG THAT WAS WRITTEN WITH A TUSSLE WITH ARR :-* Ratchagan - chandiranai Thottatu Yaar Armstronga - There was a healthy fight in this song. ARr had composed a beautiful tune for this song. ARR felt the word Armstrongaaa disturbing the tune a lilttle bit. I said to ARR that if this song was to be noticed, it would be only for the word Armstrong.. Both the tune and the lyric should grab the attention of the listener. The composition of music is great, and only if the lyrics are properly written, will the song become a hit. A song which gets hit because of the tune is like a bird flying on one wing, but if the same song gets hit because of the tune and lyrics, then it is a wholesome song. I asked ARR as to who is going to sing the song, for which ARR replied it would be by Hariharan. So, I told him to call Hariharan and see how the song could be adjusted to suit the beat. When Hariharan came for singing , he started writing the song in English, and Hindi. Harharan on seeing the lyric ' Armstrongaaa started exclaming and praising Vairamuthu saying This is Vairamuthu SIR.. ARR was smiling at Vairamuthu.. Hariharan stressed on Armstrongaaa and made the beat go right. This was a small tussle between me , for me it was safeguarding the Language, and for ARR it was safeguarding the music. But a healthy tussle, which ended fine. *General Opinion* I feel that there are two groups which exists all the time. One group wants to listen to music and forget the lyrics, and the other want to concentrate on the lyrics an do not give that much importance to the tune. According to me, For lyrics, tune should be composed, and lyrics should be highlighted. Because of Western Effects, Youngsters want to know the beat, the instruments and ask if their bodies can be shaked for the tune. But I want it to be like Music should be for external effects and Language should be for Internal
[arr] Re: 'Mangalyam' song was composed n recorded in 5-10 mins - Srinivas!!
Such nice anecdotes. Great, thx. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Aravind AM [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all, I'm back with some snippets from Rahmania. The celeb this week was singer Srinivas... (I guess he was the guest last friday too, but i couldnt listen to last week's show coz i was out of town) (as usual, please excuse if there are inaccuracies. typing this mail from memory) Srinivas: Minsara Poove from Padayappa was the song that brought about a change in my life It brought in lot of recognition and people started knowing me... Though I had sung a few songs previously, the songs had become famous but I hadnt got enough recognition... This song gave me that!! I was called in to sing the track for the song The entire song tune was ready... but initally, the pallavi (antara) of the song was different It was a very soft starting for the song unlike the energetic opening that we have now... the inital antara was not Minsara Poove... The words were something like sowkkiyama kanne... sowkiyama (Sings that tune)(***that tune is very different from the minsara poove that we know, and is also different from Sowkkiyama kanne from sangamam in case you are wondering if it is the sangamam song that u r talking about!***) Then Nithyashree came over for the recording, and Rahman asked me to teach her the tune as I had already practiced the tune It was an honour and even when Nithyashree asked ARR about some doubts in the tune, he just asked her to consult me... I was moved by the confidence he had in me...!!! Mangalyam song (Alai payuthey) is one of the most auspicious songs and I always start my concerts with that song! That song was composed n recorded in about 5-10 mins!!! It was close to midnight and Rahman was playing some chords and he suddenly hit upon this tune!! and immediately we recorded... It was already decided that we will have Mangalyam Thanthuna as lyrics for the song as it suited the situation The endrendum punnagai lyrics was written by Rahman himself... HE has contributed the opening lyrics of many more songs!! After I was recognised as a singer, and I started singing for lots of other composers, i felt that it's been a long time since i had sung for Rahman - even harmony or tracks... So, I wrote a mail to Rahman saying i wanted to sing for him - even if it was harmony or tracks.. And I got a very sweet reply from him - 'When God has given you wings, why do you want to crawl? I'm really happy that you have established yourself as a leading singer...' Keep listening to all Rahman classics... I would say 99% of all songs that Rahman has composed are Classics!! Cheers, Aravind http://arrahmaniac.blogspot.com - Building a website is a piece of cake. Yahoo! Small Business gives you all the tools to get online.
[arr] In Response - Kailesh Kher Interview to Little India
I think everyone has a right to voice their view. There has been so much Kailesh bashing going on, I would like to give this interview's link. So that you all see how much he appreciates ARR. http://www.littleindia.com/news/123/ARTICLE/1862/2007-09-02.html I don't think even anyone here can praise ARR so...just because he aired his personal view on one matter, he has been getting unfair criticism. Needless to say, it is understandable that this is not an objective forum. But no need to call someone a thankless artist. There's no need for it.
[arr] Re: Atlanta concert
Are you sure about this information? According to sources, Chithra has a month long tour scheduled in North America. Not sure about Sukwinder. But it would be surprising, since Chitra is one of the main attraction for the South Indian audience and Sukwinder is also a big lead in the concert, after Hariharan, actually. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Kunal Rajan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For all those who are going for the atlanta concert, there is a bad news. Sukhwinder and Chitra will not be performing at the concert. They are leaving for india today. :( Kunal.
[arr] Re: REMINISCENCES : Rahman DD Surabhi interview video download
Thank you so much. This is great. Even I was hooked around 1995 time only(was too young to think of music before, else would have started with Roja). So am not aware of too much of the press coverage before that time. Good to see something from back then. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sanjay Shankar [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice find!! Thank you! btw... Abdul Rahman It was always Allarakha, right? -Sanjay --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Bhagavathi mohan bhagavathi_mohan@ wrote: Yes, this is true..what i have wriiten and what you people will be seeing after following the hyperlink is absolutely majestic...Rahmans interview when he was 25..that is when he just came to limelight through Roja..perhaps the year is 1993..and Surabhi is interviewing our BOSS..I m really ecstatic and dont have words to express my joyThis I feel a must have interview for all die hard arrahman fans all over the world...SO ENJOY and dont forget to thank me http://www.rajshri.com/surabhi/nowplaying.asp? band=lowfileID=SurabhiNon250type=hin - Download prohibited? No problem! CHAT from any browser, without download.
[arr] Rahman's concert experience blog - A different perspective?
As I had earlier mentioned, I dislike linking blog posts because usually, they are one-sided and biased, and full of personal prejudice. I was reading this person's review of the concert but then was upset with what he refers to as, Rahman's discrimination. A lot of blogs are giving wrong propaganda. This fan group has all the songs done in his concerts so far listed. If you read it, and learned to count till 30, you will know that Rahman had played much more (2/3rds) songs in Hindi so that the songs would reach everyone. At least, all from South India would have exposure to the Hindi songs to some extent. But even playing a few Tamil songs and a Telugu song seem to have created a south/north discrimination. If anything, Rahman has gone on record to say that he HATES this discrimination and only thinks of himself as representing India. I am truly saddened that people will go about giving him a negative image without thinking. http://anoopkris.blogspot.com/2007/06/my-first-concert.html
[arr] Re: Semi-Arr: Article in TOI
Aaah...my mistake:-) I myself took only the jist of the article. It is something even I feel is the reason that has killed the quality of music. As far as Rahman not being creative, if Rahman is not creative, I don't know what MD in India today is?! Geniuses like Rahman and Ilayaraja are a rarity. Who in the world could come up with a score like Roja in his first film itself?!!! I wasted my time thinking that the article was justifiable, which it is, but his last sentence is not. Personally, I found Kavitha Krishnamurthy's argument stuck in my head more, and I can understand that more. But I agree with the criticism that half-backed singers are a doom for the playback industry. Coming to Rahman, admittedly he did bring these technologies. I have cringed at some of the singing of his singers. But for all that, there is no one who was introduced in the last 15 years, with creativity of Rahman. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Anil Nair [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well ..I did understand the jist of the article and what he intends to bring out but the section where he writes ...and I quote Dearth of calibre in both singers and music directors is responsible for this de-generation. AR Rahman is responsible for introducing this shoddy practice of cutting and pasting words haphazardly in a song. He tried it in Muqabala and hasn't stopped since. Frankly, Rehman has no creative acumen. If this isn't a direct criticism ...then what is ? Rahman and no creativity ? wow .thats new he indeed is too frank :-) Am I correct in stating (rather analysing) that Rahman has never had Abhijeet sing a song for him ? could that be the reason for these statements ? :-)) -A --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, jana_k3 kskajan@ wrote: I don't think there is a dig. He has given his opinion that Rahman brought in untrained singers, who's mistakes were corrected with technology. But whatever Rahman does has caught on like virus to other music directors...let alone that others are not as dedicated or creative as Rahman. Singers and music directors think only of money. Very few are entirely in love with music such that they would dedicate time for it exclusively. It's become an industry of glamour, fame and money. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Anil Nair rhythmcalls@ wrote: Note the dig ..singer abhijeet takes at Rahman ...outrageous ...I must say http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Besura_singers_a_big_hit/articlesh ow /1867535.cms -A
[arr] Re: Semi-Arr: Article in TOI
I don't think there is a dig. He has given his opinion that Rahman brought in untrained singers, who's mistakes were corrected with technology. But whatever Rahman does has caught on like virus to other music directors...let alone that others are not as dedicated or creative as Rahman. Singers and music directors think only of money. Very few are entirely in love with music such that they would dedicate time for it exclusively. It's become an industry of glamour, fame and money. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Anil Nair [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Note the dig ..singer abhijeet takes at Rahman ...outrageous ...I must say http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Besura_singers_a_big_hit/articleshow /1867535.cms -A
[arr] Re: Swaralaya Award function on the telly - Apr 1
Excellent...hope someone puts it online. -jana --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Manoj Mohan C [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Swaralaya-Kairali award function which was held on Feb 12, 07 and the music concert which followed it will be telecast on Kairali TV on Sunday, April 1,07 at 3.40 pm (IST). Manoj
[arr] Re: disappointed after heard the GV Prakash's interivew-he not told anything abt ARR
This total topic seems wrong. If you will only appreciate others with the assumption that they will be a boaster for someone you appreciate even more, then you can never be objective. GVP is 19 and seems like he has some talent. And reading his interview, he seems hardworking and independent minded. There is nothing wrong with that. If he were out their using his uncle's name for work, and wasn't such a big hit, everyone would be bad-mouthing him in that way. Appreciate his work. He doesn't need to always go around having a statement for others. Same goes for ARR, or any other artist. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, kannanmania [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: hi guys. i think some of the ur'll are over-reacting. GVP is a good man. He's young. Praise him for his work. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Sam samsinging@ wrote: This is utter nonsense. May be GVP wants everyone to know that he is on his own and not because of his uncle. Even ARR did not mention Ilayaraja's as his inspiration in his interviews after Roja. So does that mean he doesn't respect IR? Stop this guys.. Sam ruben mohan rubenamohan@ wrote: yeah i 100% agree...in his first interview i alrdy knw he kind of ego personits because a lot of people comment that his veyil music have a touch of arrahman's styleso maybe he wanted to be out of this comment ...so he giving this kind of facts believe me this kind of ppl will not be too long in cinema with their ego...GOD is there to judge...the higher u go u shld be down to earth lets see what GV can do...long way to go nice post...thanks fr sharing...previously i wnted to post but due to time limitation . ok bye kanchi143 kanchi143@ wrote: Hi ARRFans, i just heard the GV prakash interview in indiaglitz.com website. hes our boss sister (kanchana alias rehana) son. rehana is the sister of our boss and still singing in his troops and album as a chorus. she composed one movie also called Machi of junior sivaji. that GV prakash should get inspiration(200% sure) from our boss. not only him, most of the young directors will get inspiration from our boss only. hes not at all expressing that in the interview. its too bad. even rahman introduced him as a singer in his childhood days itself. he (ARR) would be first inspiration for him. but he never gave that respect to him. big talented people will grow high only due to their simpleness even though they are very talented. rajini and ARR grown like that only. but this guy too much yaar. he told that he worked with ARR for one year. thats it. i am totally disappointed. i agree his Veyyil movie music is good. he has talent. but only thing is, he should express his true inspiration in that interview. disappointed. Sivaraj - Need Mail bonding? Go to the Yahoo! Mail QA for great tips from Yahoo! Answers users. - Never Miss an Email Stay connected with Yahoo! Mail on your mobile. Get started!
[arr] Re: End of cold war between ARR and Yesudas ?
I agree, Das needs no recommendation. Even at 68, it's his name on cassettes that still more music in Kerala. And at 68, he really doesn't need to bother about chances. He gets endorsement contracts equaling that of most stars. Vijay Yesudas belongs to the camp of YSR and seems to be getting good songs. As far as the so called rift, it may have been the imagination of some fans of ARR. Certainly, Yesudas had expressed his displeasure at Vande Mantaram's new format, but ARR is not so narrow-minded that he would take offence to opinion. Das has been an icon in Kerala for more than 40 years. That's the number of years ARR has been alive. It's inappropriate to drag him into this kind of cheap talk. This award has been presented to the likes of Asha Bhonsle to Sonu Nigam. There is no gimmick behind it, safe the opinion of the committee on board that chooses the singer. Pls do consider the status of the icon you speak of before spilling words.
[arr] Re: NOT THE RIGHT WAY TO COMMENT
It's true that certain barriers are there, especially for artists in the music field. And of course, there is the general stigma. But personally, I feel it is the need of media to bring the bridge and not feed on the prejudices of politicians and bigwigs, who imagine that they hold control over some imaginary fort. Certainly, it's a wonderful thing that Rahman was able to reach out to the entire nation. I totally love that aspect about him and hope that he continues to do so. Instead of feeling oppressed, south artists should strive like Rahman to reach out to an international audience/national audience. As far as I can see, times are changing, slowly. But there is a need for education among everyone to accept each other, without the barriers of state, language, religion, caste and creed. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Balamurugan Ramakrishnan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: very well said Jai. come on people. looks like we'll all have to pray for you in the first place. why is there such a stigma, the difference between north indians and south? why leave people in the north east, and south east, or even central india? my point is, why can't we be one? i'm a third generation Indian born in Malaysia. see, i still identify myself as an Indian, but my nationality is Malaysian. i long for a united Indian front. all i can see everywhere is people refering to themselves as south indians and north indians. why the divide? is it all worth it? when our brother ARR is trying to gel all indians into one single identity, why not sow the seeds of one nation and not just continue to rip it to shreds? i long for a day when we will call ourselves Indians. not north, not south. just one Indian. Vande Mataram! i'll pray for you all, brothers and sisters. learn from our dear ARR. we are one. and only then can we call ourselves true indians. Balamurugan Ramakrishnan --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Jai Kothari jai15kothari@ wrote: as some of our members have written bollywood does nt appreciate south indians nd all tat stuffi dnt think so tats right...why pple r nt being on the whle as a nation...wat is South India, North Indiapple 4get in the end thr is indian tag attached...i as a RAHMAN fan wld nt appreciate such a comment...i agree it was nt handled well..nd shld have been handled in a proper way...me as a true Rahman fan was also was not happy...but thn comments such as these that South Indians are nt appreciated for their work is all bogus nd an over statment...i think RAHMAN SIR himself wld nt appreciated such a comment...i sincerely request pple no to comment in such a immature waythats wat i think...i dnt knw about other pple waiting for some positive replies anishshreya anishshreya@ wrote: Bollywood is never a new dimension for arr. Even our boss has mentioned its hard to satisfy our chennai makal expectations..so please...bollywood never appreciates a south indian even though they know we are class apart in terms of techinicality in cinema and whatever more. Bollywood is just glamour...wait...and see only a kamal,maniratnam or arr can bring oscar to india..no one else. Arr always --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Thulasi Ram karokelip@ wrote: 100% agreed.. bollywood is a new dimension to ARR On 2/26/07, Ajit ajit_mundra@ wrote: I disagree. I think our Boss has given some of his best music to Bollywood. Just because the award ceremony performance was not handled well doesn't mean Boss should abandon Bollywood. He is regarded as the best in Bollywood as far as MDs go. --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com arrahmanfans% 40yahoogroups.com, anishshreya anishshreya@ wrote: Our boss should just forget abt bollywood and just concentrate on south indian languages...tamil. Its more worth it..i was so frustrtaed the way he was presented at flimfare. Junk award ceremony... - Here�s a new way to find what you're looking for - Yahoo! Answers
[arr] Re: Kairali Award - Musical Treat given by ARR ! Videos Please
Quite a lot of musicians were present, but I believe that the musical show was by Yesudas and Chithra. I am not sure if ARR participated in the singing, besides rendering a couple of lines of Tera Bina.
[arr] Any info on Rahmanonline.com website and webmaster satish subramaniam
Hi I know this question has been asked often, but does anyone, including Gopal, have any idea what happenned and where the webmaster for the site, satish subramaniam is right now? He was also part of RMIM, if I remember correctly. I had contacted him a few years back about some ARR issue and was unable to respond back to him. Then his site went offline some time back and it hasn't come online again, though I have been hoping in vain that it would. My email account got closed off, so I don't even have his email, phone number or address anymore. Gopal, would you know anything, email ID or whatever? I had promised to send him some stuff relating to ARR, was put off from it for some reasons, and have been feeling mighty guilty at times over it. I would like to get in touch with him, if possible. And off course, that site was just so amazing, it really is very unfortunate that it got closed down. It was the best database for ARR online. Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ~-- What would our lives be like without music, dance, and theater? Donate or volunteer in the arts today at Network for Good! http://us.click.yahoo.com/rKxVKC/SOnJAA/n1hLAA/iyUplB/TM ~- Explore, Experience, Enjoy A.R.Rahman - The Man, The Music, The Magic. Only at arrahmanfans - The definitive A.R.Rahman e-community. Homepage: http://www.arrahmanfans.com To Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/arrahmanfans/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
