[arr] Rahman composes song in 40 hours

[SADIQ]

AR Rahman might have taken six months to compose the theme song for the 
Commonwealth Games but he delivered a new composition for Madhu Mantena's, 
Jhootha Hi Sahi in a day-and-a-half. The maestro saw the film at his studio in 
Chennai last Friday and told director Abbas Tyrewalla that a title track would 
enhance the overall impact of the movie. 
Tyrewala was initially apprehensive as the John Abraham-starrer is scheduled to 
open on October 15. But Rahman assured him that he'd deliver the song in a 
couple of days.

Mantena confirms the news: "We had recorded eight songs but no title track. 
Rahman insisted we had to have one and reasoned that it could play in the 
background just before the climax, so we didn't need to picturise it. To save 
time, Abbas suggested he give us only one `antara' (stanza) but Rahman came up 
with a complete song."
OUR BOSS ROCKS

[arr] RAHMAN RULZ DOODZ!

[Triply]

BREAKING NEWS!!

A new deadly virus seems to have afflicted the Indian populace. The virus,
dubbed "Rahman Rulz Doodz", seem to affect certain Rahman fans. The
affliction seems to cause panic attacks, high blood pressure, ulcers, short
temper and, in extreme cases, depression.

Symptoms: Are you afflicted by Rahman Rulz Doodz? Here is a quick
questionnaire that helps you decide:

1. Do you get worked up when a new Rahman album is launched, but does not
release on the same day?
2. Do you find journalists yellow because they have something negative to
say about Rahman?
3. Is Ram Gopal Verma a useless guy because he thinks Rahman ruined film
music?
4. Is Anu Malik a swell dude because he supported Rahman's CWG theme?
5. Is the CWG is one big mess where no one there can be any good because
they were disappointed with Rahman's theme?
6. Is every new channel a house of lies because they run Rahman's CWG to the
ground?
7. Is IBNLive a wretched spawn of satan because they have derogatory things
to say about Rahman?
8. Do you feel that Rahman is giving his absolute best with masterpieces
like Komaram Puli, Endhiran and the CWG theme?
9. Is every one's opinion invalid, if they differ from yours, particularly
with reference to Rahman?
10. Do you think Rahman is a god?

If you answered yes to:-
A) less than 3 questions - you are relatively sane.
B) more than 2 questions but less than 5 questions - you are about to be
afflicted. Take care. Breathe deeply and calm yourself. You may be an
anorak.
C) more than 4 questions but less than 10 - Dude, you are totally afflicted.
Take a chill pill. Relax. Rahman Rulz Doode, but You Drools and that's
Roode.
D) all 10 questions - get a life. Seriously.

How to avoid the affliction:

1. Don't take everything you read about Rahman to heart. Sometimes, people
like saying nasty things, even if it is unwarranted.
2. Understand that not everything Rahman makes is a masterpiece. Not
everything Rahman composes will be liked by everyone. People can have strong
reactions to things they don't like, just like you can.
3. Understand that Rahman is not a god. He is only human. He can make
mistakes too.
4. Rahman is the best Indian music composer. It is a fact for everyone to
see. You needn't worry about someone not knowing that fact and make it your
personal quest to enlighten the poor deluded fool.

What to do you do to cure yourself of the affliction?

The cure is the other side of the affliction. Rahman has made some of the
greatest music on earth. Listen to it. Disregard external factors. Just
enjoy your private world, drowning in his music. Discuss the positive
aspects of his compositions. Don't get into a whole "my gun is bigger than
yours" argument with someone who strongly resents some composition. Just
agree to disagree and move on.

This group is one of my favourite hangouts and I have been here for quite
sometime. I love reading the different view points and discussions and I
love gauging the excitement when a new album is about to release. What I
don't like is the venom that is posted here. Whether it is against another
member, or some news channel, a web site, a composer, or anyone else.

Gopal created this for a community of Rahmaniacs. Let's not lose the "Rah"
and become plain maniacs.

Apologies if I offended anyone.

[arr] Rahman may not have faced huge criticism before

[Aditya Pai]

I am write something which may not be liked by all and I also don't whether 
Mr.Gopal will clear my message, Over past few months that is after Rahman won 
an Oscar for SDM he has been facing criticism on everything he has composed 
for why is it like that? His fans might have increased so as the criticism, 
so the fans who really criticize are they really Rahman fan or they have become 
fans just because he has won an Oscar. 
Rahman is doing non stop work past 2-3 years earlier we used to get one album 
where he used to take his own time and we the fans were very happy with that 
but now the things have changed a lot, Rahman scheduled has become jam packed 
he is composing music in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu and now for Hollywood as well and 
over that numerous stage shows, world tours, CWG tunes, Champions League tunes 
its humanly impossible for anyone to manage all these things.
Criticizers like to criticize because they are jealous of him and I am sure 
some fans 'here' or in 'orkut community' are not his fans , they are there just 
to give negative comments.
I still remember the days golden era of A.R.Rahman from 1993 to 2008 where he 
used to give music with no pressure behind him as a Oscar winner.
But soon after winning an Oscar huge criticism followed:
1. Mixed Reactions for Blue2. Mixed Reactions for VTV3. Mixed Reactions for 
Raavan4. Mixed Reactions for Endhiran especially the hindi songs
So has the Oscar Winner tag really benefited him is the real question 
I being his fan is really worried for him This was my personal opinion no 
offence.
Regards,A Rahman Fan

Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these guys forgotten u

[kishore parayath]

The problem is..that there is some projects which ARR can't deny.

On Thu, Sep 2, 2010 at 7:24 AM, raj  wrote:

>
>
> Chill guys..AR has seen even more harsher critics.I want AR to work on the
> projects he likes and gets inspired the most irrespective of whether its
> Government, Private, Government aided and anything else.
>
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Chris Raj  wrote:
> >
> > My thoughts on the controversies..
> >
> > 1. ARR should stop working on Govt projects which involves political
> influences
> > and avoid working with people who doesnt have musical taste and knowledge
> as
> > CWG board.
> >
> > 2. concentrate only on west and hollywood movies and gain more oscars and
> beome
> > more popular ICON on hollywood...
> >
> > 3. No Indian assignments for another few years and surely people would
> come
> > beyond ARR for great music
> >
> > Raj
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ____
> > From: Kalimuthu 
>
> > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com 
> > Sent: Wed, September 1, 2010 9:23:00 PM
> > Subject: Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes
> these
> > guys forgotten u
> >
> >
> > Yes, they do. If he gives another "hit" (does not mean that this is a
> flop) or
> > gets another international award, people will forget this controversy
> too. :-)
> > So, there's no need to leave India.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > On Tue, Aug 31, 2010 at 6:30 PM, prasad s  wrote:
> >
> >
> > >sir indians have a nature to forget everything easily. sir dont compose
> music
> > >for india. go abroad do only hollywood movies and albums, thats enough.
> > >
> > >--- On Mon, 30/8/10, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > >>From: Gopal Srinivasan 
>
> > >>Subject: [arr] Jai Ho pulse missing from Rahman's Games Hey-O
> > >>To: "arrahmanfans" 
> > >>
> >
> > >>Date: Monday, 30 August, 2010, 5:37 AM
> > >>
> > >>
> > >>
> > >>
> http://epaper.mailtoday.in/3082010/epaperimages/3082010/3082010-md-hr-19/124848578.jpg
> > >>
> > >>
> > >
> >
> >
> > --
> > Sent from 127.0.0.1
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these guys forgotten u

[Gayathri]

I tend to disagree with this point. Lack of appreciation is not a reason to 
leave one's field. What happens if Hollywood failed to appreciate his work 
tomorrow? Do you want him to leave Hollywood as well? 

Personally, I don't want ARR to leave Bollywood or Kollywood (or whatever other 
woods we have in the film industry). Working against the tide has always been 
his style I believe, and he will succeed in this again, regardless of 
government projects or not.

We can't be expecting every songs of ARR to be appreciated and his past 
accomplishments to be remembered. Then again, this is also not the first time 
ARR has been criticized by the media and public alike. There's just so much of 
negativity going on right now that people are failing to see the beauty in the 
CWG theme. I'm pretty sure that it's only a matter of time before people will 
start praising the same.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Chris Raj  wrote:
>
> My thoughts on the controversies..
> 
> 1. ARR should stop working on Govt projects which involves political 
> influences 
> and avoid working with people who doesnt have musical taste and knowledge as 
> CWG  board.
> 
> 2. concentrate only on west and hollywood movies and gain more oscars and 
> beome 
> more popular ICON on hollywood...
> 
> 3. No  Indian assignments for another few years and surely  people would come 
> beyond ARR for great music
> 
> Raj
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: Kalimuthu 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, September 1, 2010 9:23:00 PM
> Subject: Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes 
> these 
> guys forgotten u
> 
>   
> Yes, they do. If he gives another "hit" (does not mean that this is a flop) 
> or 
> gets another international award, people will forget this controversy too. 
> :-) 
> So, there's no need to leave India.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Tue, Aug 31, 2010 at 6:30 PM, prasad s  wrote:
> 
>   
> >sir indians have a nature to forget everything easily. sir dont compose 
> >music 
> >for india. go abroad do only hollywood movies and albums, thats enough.
> >
> >--- On Mon, 30/8/10, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> >
> >
> >>From: Gopal Srinivasan 
> >>Subject: [arr] Jai Ho pulse missing from Rahman's Games Hey-O
> >>To: "arrahmanfans" 
> >>Date: Monday, 30 August, 2010, 5:37 AM
> >>
> >>
> >>  
> >>http://epaper.mailtoday.in/3082010/epaperimages/3082010/3082010-md-hr-19/124848578.jpg
> >>  
> >>
> >
> 
> 
> -- 
> Sent from 127.0.0.1
>

Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these guys forgotten u

[raj]

Chill guys..AR has seen even more harsher critics.I want AR to work on the 
projects he likes and gets inspired the most irrespective of whether its 
Government, Private, Government aided and  anything else.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Chris Raj  wrote:
>
> My thoughts on the controversies..
> 
> 1. ARR should stop working on Govt projects which involves political 
> influences 
> and avoid working with people who doesnt have musical taste and knowledge as 
> CWG  board.
> 
> 2. concentrate only on west and hollywood movies and gain more oscars and 
> beome 
> more popular ICON on hollywood...
> 
> 3. No  Indian assignments for another few years and surely  people would come 
> beyond ARR for great music
> 
> Raj
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: Kalimuthu 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, September 1, 2010 9:23:00 PM
> Subject: Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes 
> these 
> guys forgotten u
> 
>   
> Yes, they do. If he gives another "hit" (does not mean that this is a flop) 
> or 
> gets another international award, people will forget this controversy too. 
> :-) 
> So, there's no need to leave India.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Tue, Aug 31, 2010 at 6:30 PM, prasad s  wrote:
> 
>   
> >sir indians have a nature to forget everything easily. sir dont compose 
> >music 
> >for india. go abroad do only hollywood movies and albums, thats enough.
> >
> >--- On Mon, 30/8/10, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> >
> >
> >>From: Gopal Srinivasan 
> >>Subject: [arr] Jai Ho pulse missing from Rahman's Games Hey-O
> >>To: "arrahmanfans" 
> >>Date: Monday, 30 August, 2010, 5:37 AM
> >>
> >>
> >>  
> >>http://epaper.mailtoday.in/3082010/epaperimages/3082010/3082010-md-hr-19/124848578.jpg
> >>  
> >>
> >
> 
> 
> -- 
> Sent from 127.0.0.1
>

Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these guys forgotten u

[Chris Raj]

My thoughts on the controversies..

1. ARR should stop working on Govt projects which involves political influences 
and avoid working with people who doesnt have musical taste and knowledge as 
CWG  board.

2. concentrate only on west and hollywood movies and gain more oscars and beome 
more popular ICON on hollywood...

3. No  Indian assignments for another few years and surely  people would come 
beyond ARR for great music

Raj






From: Kalimuthu 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, September 1, 2010 9:23:00 PM
Subject: Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these 
guys forgotten u

  
Yes, they do. If he gives another "hit" (does not mean that this is a flop) or 
gets another international award, people will forget this controversy too. :-) 
So, there's no need to leave India.




On Tue, Aug 31, 2010 at 6:30 PM, prasad s  wrote:

  
>sir indians have a nature to forget everything easily. sir dont compose music 
>for india. go abroad do only hollywood movies and albums, thats enough.
>
>--- On Mon, 30/8/10, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
>
>
>>From: Gopal Srinivasan 
>>Subject: [arr] Jai Ho pulse missing from Rahman's Games Hey-O
>>To: "arrahmanfans" 
>>Date: Monday, 30 August, 2010, 5:37 AM
>>
>>
>>  
>>http://epaper.mailtoday.in/3082010/epaperimages/3082010/3082010-md-hr-19/124848578.jpg
>>  
>>
>


-- 
Sent from 127.0.0.1

 


  

Re: [arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these guys forgotten u

[Kalimuthu]

Yes, they do. If he gives another "hit" (does not mean that this is a flop)
or gets another international award, people will forget this controversy
too. :-) So, there's no need to leave India.



On Tue, Aug 31, 2010 at 6:30 PM, prasad s  wrote:

>
>
> sir indians have a nature to forget everything easily. sir dont compose
> music for india. go abroad do only hollywood movies and albums, thats
> enough.
>
> --- On *Mon, 30/8/10, Gopal Srinivasan * wrote:
>
>
> From: Gopal Srinivasan 
> Subject: [arr] Jai Ho pulse missing from Rahman's Games Hey-O
> To: "arrahmanfans" 
> Date: Monday, 30 August, 2010, 5:37 AM
>
>
>
>
> http://epaper.mailtoday.in/3082010/epaperimages/3082010/3082010-md-hr-19/124848578.jpg
>
>
>  
>



-- 
Sent from 127.0.0.1

[arr] rahman sir stop composing for indian films and themes these guys forgotten u

[prasad s]

sir indians have a nature to forget everything easily. sir dont compose music 
for india. go abroad do only hollywood movies and albums, thats enough.

--- On Mon, 30/8/10, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:

From: Gopal Srinivasan 
Subject: [arr] Jai Ho pulse missing from Rahman's Games Hey-O
To: "arrahmanfans" 
Date: Monday, 30 August, 2010, 5:37 AM







 



  



  
  
  
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Re: [arr] Rahman magic on the wane, say music lovers

[fawkes]

"She is a stage performer with energy and sex appeal. I guess his stardom is
getting on his head now,” said Mr Srikanth N. an engineering student
learning classical music

The extent they go to is unimaginable. the one thing that he was not accused
of till now. Now that they couldnt find anything else, here it is.

On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 9:36 PM, Thulasi Ram  wrote:

>
>
> let me bookmark this article. i cant restrict to think that media is
> highlighting negative reviews just to make sure ARR doesnt create another
> vande mataram. but wait and c. their back side will burn after history is
> created.
>
>
> On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 1:13 PM, SaiRam K  wrote:
>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> http://www.deccanchronicle.com/hyderabad/rahman-magic-wane-say-music-lovers-415
>>
>>
>>
>>  Hyderabad/Chennai, Aug. 28: The theme song for the Commonwealth Games
>> Jiyo Utho Badho Jeeto, composed by A.R. Rahman received mixed reviews from
>> music lovers.
>>
>> “I usually like Rahman’s songs. I heard him sing the song and it was like
>> any other song. I guess he is slowly losing his flavour. Shakira has her own
>> sex appeal and Waka Waka was catchy. Of late, people are liking whatever he
>> does for the brand he is rather than the music he composes,” said Raghu, an
>> upcoming playback singer.
>>
>> “I had lots of expectations from his CWG composition. I just heard a bit
>> of it and it is just average. I felt I heard similar songs before. I don’t
>> know if he is overworked or saturated but Rahman’s touch is waning,” said a
>> senior music composer on condition of anonymity.
>>
>> Music director Radhakrishna, who had not liked a couple of the songs
>> composed by Rahman in his last Telugu film Em Maya Chesave, said, “He is
>> singing this song and surely knows he will get a lot of publicity out of
>> this event. The song will be downloaded and played by the media several
>> times. Even if it is not that great, people will start liking it as
>> television and radio stations will play it again and again. Rahman’s show in
>> the city was a flop when he came here. It’s not that everything he composes
>> is great.”
>>
>> Singer Anuj Gurwara, who heard the song online, said that it would be some
>> time before people liked the song. “It is a typical Rahman number and will
>> take time to grow on you. Initially people might think it is just an average
>> composition but I will still wait for a few more weeks to see the public
>> reaction,” he said.
>>
>> Avid music buffs too felt that it was Rahman’s image that made people like
>> whatever he composed rather than the music.
>>
>> “His songs of late are not what they were and the CWG one is no exception.
>> I felt his song for CWG was so similar to what he did before. Comparing
>> himself to Shakira is a joke. She is a stage performer with energy and sex
>> appeal. I guess his stardom is getting on his head now,” said Mr Srikanth N.
>> an engineering student learning classical music.
>>
>> However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music
>> is very typical of Rahman.
>>
>> Ramya, popular DJ and TV anchor, said, “Most ARR compositions would be a
>> bit unusual and difficult to understand in the beginning; only by repeated
>> listening will we start liking them. That’s what happened even with his
>> latest Enthiran music. Nobody liked the music on the first day of the CD
>> release but now people are going gaga over it.”
>>
>> But, software professional Vikram Mohan, 28, however, said that the score
>> did not strike a chord with him.
>>
>> “The tune was not catchy and seems eminently forgettable. Compared to
>> Shakira’s Waka Waka and other sports anthems, Rahman’s composition falls
>> flat,” he said.
>>
>>
>  
>



-- 
Wit beyond measure is mans greatest treasure

Re: [arr] Rahman magic on the wane, say music lovers

[Thulasi Ram]

let me bookmark this article. i cant restrict to think that media is
highlighting negative reviews just to make sure ARR doesnt create another
vande mataram. but wait and c. their back side will burn after history is
created.

On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 1:13 PM, SaiRam K  wrote:

>
>
>
>
>
> http://www.deccanchronicle.com/hyderabad/rahman-magic-wane-say-music-lovers-415
>
>
>
>  Hyderabad/Chennai, Aug. 28: The theme song for the Commonwealth Games Jiyo
> Utho Badho Jeeto, composed by A.R. Rahman received mixed reviews from music
> lovers.
>
> “I usually like Rahman’s songs. I heard him sing the song and it was like
> any other song. I guess he is slowly losing his flavour. Shakira has her own
> sex appeal and Waka Waka was catchy. Of late, people are liking whatever he
> does for the brand he is rather than the music he composes,” said Raghu, an
> upcoming playback singer.
>
> “I had lots of expectations from his CWG composition. I just heard a bit of
> it and it is just average. I felt I heard similar songs before. I don’t know
> if he is overworked or saturated but Rahman’s touch is waning,” said a
> senior music composer on condition of anonymity.
>
> Music director Radhakrishna, who had not liked a couple of the songs
> composed by Rahman in his last Telugu film Em Maya Chesave, said, “He is
> singing this song and surely knows he will get a lot of publicity out of
> this event. The song will be downloaded and played by the media several
> times. Even if it is not that great, people will start liking it as
> television and radio stations will play it again and again. Rahman’s show in
> the city was a flop when he came here. It’s not that everything he composes
> is great.”
>
> Singer Anuj Gurwara, who heard the song online, said that it would be some
> time before people liked the song. “It is a typical Rahman number and will
> take time to grow on you. Initially people might think it is just an average
> composition but I will still wait for a few more weeks to see the public
> reaction,” he said.
>
> Avid music buffs too felt that it was Rahman’s image that made people like
> whatever he composed rather than the music.
>
> “His songs of late are not what they were and the CWG one is no exception.
> I felt his song for CWG was so similar to what he did before. Comparing
> himself to Shakira is a joke. She is a stage performer with energy and sex
> appeal. I guess his stardom is getting on his head now,” said Mr Srikanth N.
> an engineering student learning classical music.
>
> However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music
> is very typical of Rahman.
>
> Ramya, popular DJ and TV anchor, said, “Most ARR compositions would be a
> bit unusual and difficult to understand in the beginning; only by repeated
> listening will we start liking them. That’s what happened even with his
> latest Enthiran music. Nobody liked the music on the first day of the CD
> release but now people are going gaga over it.”
>
> But, software professional Vikram Mohan, 28, however, said that the score
> did not strike a chord with him.
>
> “The tune was not catchy and seems eminently forgettable. Compared to
> Shakira’s Waka Waka and other sports anthems, Rahman’s composition falls
> flat,” he said.
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman magic on the wane, say music lovers

[SaiRam K]

http://www.deccanchronicle.com/hyderabad/rahman-magic-wane-say-music-lovers-415



Hyderabad/Chennai, Aug. 28: The theme song for the Commonwealth Games Jiyo
Utho Badho Jeeto, composed by A.R. Rahman received mixed reviews from music
lovers.

“I usually like Rahman’s songs. I heard him sing the song and it was like
any other song. I guess he is slowly losing his flavour. Shakira has her own
sex appeal and Waka Waka was catchy. Of late, people are liking whatever he
does for the brand he is rather than the music he composes,” said Raghu, an
upcoming playback singer.

“I had lots of expectations from his CWG composition. I just heard a bit of
it and it is just average. I felt I heard similar songs before. I don’t know
if he is overworked or saturated but Rahman’s touch is waning,” said a
senior music composer on condition of anonymity.

Music director Radhakrishna, who had not liked a couple of the songs
composed by Rahman in his last Telugu film Em Maya Chesave, said, “He is
singing this song and surely knows he will get a lot of publicity out of
this event. The song will be downloaded and played by the media several
times. Even if it is not that great, people will start liking it as
television and radio stations will play it again and again. Rahman’s show in
the city was a flop when he came here. It’s not that everything he composes
is great.”

Singer Anuj Gurwara, who heard the song online, said that it would be some
time before people liked the song. “It is a typical Rahman number and will
take time to grow on you. Initially people might think it is just an average
composition but I will still wait for a few more weeks to see the public
reaction,” he said.

Avid music buffs too felt that it was Rahman’s image that made people like
whatever he composed rather than the music.

“His songs of late are not what they were and the CWG one is no exception. I
felt his song for CWG was so similar to what he did before. Comparing
himself to Shakira is a joke. She is a stage performer with energy and sex
appeal. I guess his stardom is getting on his head now,” said Mr Srikanth N.
an engineering student learning classical music.

However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music
is very typical of Rahman.

Ramya, popular DJ and TV anchor, said, “Most ARR compositions would be a bit
unusual and difficult to understand in the beginning; only by repeated
listening will we start liking them. That’s what happened even with his
latest Enthiran music. Nobody liked the music on the first day of the CD
release but now people are going gaga over it.”

But, software professional Vikram Mohan, 28, however, said that the score
did not strike a chord with him.

“The tune was not catchy and seems eminently forgettable. Compared to
Shakira’s Waka Waka and other sports anthems, Rahman’s composition falls
flat,” he said.

Re: [arr] Rahman belts out weaka, weaka song

[pratap]

Why the urge to give a song a review as soon as it is released? Take time and 
let it grow on you. This people just wanna be the first to post their reviews.








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--- On Sat, 8/28/10, Naveen Naushad  wrote:

From: Naveen Naushad 
Subject: [arr] Rahman belts out weaka, weaka song
To: "A R Rahman Fans" 
Date: Saturday, August 28, 2010, 11:12 PM







 



  



  
  
  Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman launched Jiyo Utho Badho Jeeto, 
the theme song for the Commonwealth Games, in Gurgaon on Saturday.
The song, however, has received mixed reviews from music lovers. While a
 lot of young singers felt it was average, music composers opined that 
though it didn’t impress immediately, it might grow on listeners.
Interestingly, a lot of youngsters were surprised about Rahman’s 
statement that his song could not be compared with Shakira’s Waka Waka, 
used for the Fifa world cup.
On Saturday, Rahman sang the song for around five minutes in front of a 
gathering that included Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit, Haryana CM Bhupinder 
Singh Hooda and CWG Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi.
“I feel honoured to have got the opportunity to compose the theme song 
for the mega-event. It was not an easy task. I had started composing it 
six months ago and finished just last night,” Rahman said.

“I usually like Rahman’s songs. I heard him sing the song and it was 
like any other song. I guess he is slowly losing his flavour. Shakira 
has her own sex appeal and Waka Waka was catchy. Of late, people are 
liking whatever he does for the brand he is rather than the music he 
composes,” said Raghu, an upcoming playback singer.

“I had lots of expectations from his CWG composition. I just heard a bit
 of it and it is just average. I felt I had heard similar songs before. I
 don’t know if he is

overworked or saturated, but Rahman’s touch is waning,” said a senior music 
composer on condition of anonymity.

Music director Radhakrishna, who had not liked a couple of the songs 
composed by Rahman in his last Telugu film Em Maya Chesave, said, “He is
 singing this song and surely knows he will get a lot of publicity out 
of this event. The song will be downloaded and played by the media 
several times. Even if it is not that great, people will start liking it
 as TV and radio stations will play it again and again. Rahman’s show in
 the city was a flop when he came here. It’s not that everything he 
composes is great.”

Singer Anuj Gurwara, who heard the song online, said it would be some 
time before people took to the song. “It is a typical Rahman number and 
will take time to grow on you. Initially people might think it is just 
an average composition but I will still wait for a few more weeks to see
 the public reaction,” he said.

Avid music buffs too felt that it was Rahman’s image that made people 
like whatever he composed rather than the music. “His songs of late are 
not what they were and the CWG one is no exception. I felt his song for 
CWG was so similar to what he did before. Comparing himself to Shakira 
is a joke. She is a stage performer with energy and sex appeal. I guess 
his stardom is getting on his head now,” said Mr Srikanth N, an 
engineering student learning classical music.

However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music is 
very typical of Rahman.

However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music is  
very typical of the singer’s compositions.

“Ramya, popular DJ and TV anchor, said, “Most ARR compositions would be a
 bit unusual and difficult to understand in the beginning; only by 
repeated listening will we start liking them. That’s what happened even 
with his latest Enthiran music. Nobody liked the music on the first day 
of the CD release but now people are going gaga over it.”

But, software professional Vikram Mohan, 28, however, said that the 
score did not strike a chord with him. “The tune was not catchy and 
seems eminently forgettable. Compared to Shakira’s Waka Waka and other 
sports anthems, Rahman’s composition falls flat,” he said.
http://www.asianage.com/india/rahman-belts-out-weaka-weaka-song-221
This has to be one of the most biased articles I have read in the recent times. 
Who are all these "celebrities" mentioned in the article? I haven't heard about 
any of them. Looks like it is their attempt to hog the limelight.
Naveen




 





 



  






  

[arr] Rahman belts out weaka, weaka song

[Naveen Naushad]

Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman launched Jiyo Utho Badho Jeeto, the theme
song for the Commonwealth Games, in Gurgaon on Saturday. The song, however,
has received mixed reviews from music lovers. While a lot of young singers
felt it was average, music composers opined that though it didn’t impress
immediately, it might grow on listeners.

Interestingly, a lot of youngsters were surprised about Rahman’s statement
that his song could not be compared with Shakira’s Waka Waka, used for the
Fifa world cup. On Saturday, Rahman sang the song for around five minutes in
front of a gathering that included Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit, Haryana CM
Bhupinder Singh Hooda and CWG Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi.

“I feel honoured to have got the opportunity to compose the theme song for
the mega-event. It was not an easy task. I had started composing it six
months ago and finished just last night,” Rahman said.
“I usually like Rahman’s songs. I heard him sing the song and it was like
any other song. I guess he is slowly losing his flavour. Shakira has her own
sex appeal and Waka Waka was catchy. Of late, people are liking whatever he
does for the brand he is rather than the music he composes,” said Raghu, an
upcoming playback singer.
“I had lots of expectations from his CWG composition. I just heard a bit of
it and it is just average. I felt I had heard similar songs before. I don’t
know if he is
overworked or saturated, but Rahman’s touch is waning,” said a senior music
composer on condition of anonymity.
Music director Radhakrishna, who had not liked a couple of the songs
composed by Rahman in his last Telugu film Em Maya Chesave, said, “He is
singing this song and surely knows he will get a lot of publicity out of
this event. The song will be downloaded and played by the media several
times. Even if it is not that great, people will start liking it as TV and
radio stations will play it again and again. Rahman’s show in the city was a
flop when he came here. It’s not that everything he composes is great.”
Singer Anuj Gurwara, who heard the song online, said it would be some time
before people took to the song. “It is a typical Rahman number and will take
time to grow on you. Initially people might think it is just an average
composition but I will still wait for a few more weeks to see the public
reaction,” he said.
Avid music buffs too felt that it was Rahman’s image that made people like
whatever he composed rather than the music. “His songs of late are not what
they were and the CWG one is no exception. I felt his song for CWG was so
similar to what he did before. Comparing himself to Shakira is a joke. She
is a stage performer with energy and sex appeal. I guess his stardom is
getting on his head now,” said Mr Srikanth N, an engineering student
learning classical music.
However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music
is very typical of Rahman.
However, Kollywood, Rahman’s home industry, backed him up saying the music
is very typical of the singer’s compositions.
“Ramya, popular DJ and TV anchor, said, “Most ARR compositions would be a
bit unusual and difficult to understand in the beginning; only by repeated
listening will we start liking them. That’s what happened even with his
latest Enthiran music. Nobody liked the music on the first day of the CD
release but now people are going gaga over it.”
But, software professional Vikram Mohan, 28, however, said that the score
did not strike a chord with him. “The tune was not catchy and seems
eminently forgettable. Compared to Shakira’s Waka Waka and other sports
anthems, Rahman’s composition falls flat,” he said.


http://www.asianage.com/india/rahman-belts-out-weaka-weaka-song-221

This has to be one of the most biased articles I have read in the recent
times. Who are all these "celebrities" mentioned in the article? I haven't
heard about any of them. Looks like it is their attempt to hog the
limelight.

Naveen

[arr] Rahman to unveil Games theme song Aug 28

[A.R.Rajib]

*Rahman to unveil Games theme song Aug 28*
Indo Asian News Service
Thursday, August 26, 2010 (New Delhi)
 [image: SocialTwist Tell-a-Friend]
Print
 | 
A+
   
A-

After several delays,
music
maestro
A.R. Rahman's theme song for the Commonwealth Games will finally be unveiled
this Saturday.

*Oh yaaro, India bula liya* (Friends, we have called you to India) has been
composed and sung by the double-Oscar award winner.

He will be performing the whole
song
at
the first hearing Saturday, according to a statement by the Organising
Committee of the Games.

The venue for the event has not been finalised yet.

The unveiling of the song got delayed after the Group of Ministers (GoM) on
the Games asked Rahman to tweak it. He said it would take him at least 10
days to do so.

The Games are to be held Oct 3-14.

http://movies.ndtv.com/movie_story.aspx?id=ENTEN20100151127&keyword=BOLLYWOOD§ion=Movies&subcatg=MOVIESINDIA&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NDTVMovies+%28NDTV+Movies%29

-- 
*- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[Farzad Khaleel]

Amongst all, I think Aishwarya is lucky enough to get AR in most of her
movies !

But in my early days, when Salman was my icon, i really wished AR works fo
one of his movies.

But Yuvraaaj, made me think enuf is enuf :P

On Tue, Aug 24, 2010 at 1:33 PM, vinod sagar  wrote:

>
>
> see.. how wonderful you guys are !!!
>
> I knew I was definitely missing some names and you completed it... great
> !!!
>
> Yes Rivjot, I indeed  speak Telugu. I didn't want to misspell Tamil names
> and demean the beautiful language - I dont't understand much of Tamil, but
> Rahman makes it beautiful :)
>
> --- On *Tue, 8/24/10, Gayathri * wrote:
>
>
> From: Gayathri 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2010, 9:18 AM
>
>
>
>
> *"(IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain
> Kandukondain instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of Premikudu
> etc"*
>
> Haha, yeah, for a moment I thought Priyuralu Pilichindi was a Telugu movie
> ARR composed for, which I was not aware of til date. It's only after I
> goggled did I find out that it was Kandukonden Kandukonden ;))
>
> On the other hand, you missed Simran and Trisha. Simran acted in 5 films
> with ARR's compositions:- Jodi, New, Kannathil Muthammital, Parthale
> Paravasam and Udhaya,
> while Trisha acted in - Enaku 20 Unaku 18, Aaithe Ezhuthu, Vinnaithandi
> Varuvaya.
>
> Tabu was also in Kandukonden Kandukonden and Jyothika has Star and Thenali
> to her record.
>
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Rivjot"  wrote:
> >
> > Vinod, I can just tell that you are Telugu :P
> >
> > (IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain
> Kandukondain instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of Premikudu
> etc
> >
> > .. or one can mention all the movies Hindi / Tamil / Telugu for the same
> title, but it should definitely not just be the list of Telugu movies.
> >
> > PS: Madhubala was in Iruvar, Yodha, Mr Romeo as well. Nagma also in Love
> Birds.
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, vinod sagar dvsagar_2603@ wrote:
> > >
> > > This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small list
> of them :o)
> > >
> > > Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has
> music by the living legend A.R.Rahman
> > >
> > > But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the
> leading role and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.
> > >
> > >
> > > Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as I'm
> not well versed with Tamil movies
> > >
> > >
> > > Aishwarya leads the pack:
> > >
> > > 1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
> > > 2. Jeans
> > > 3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
> > > 4. Taal
> > > 5. Guru
> > > 6. Jodha Akbar
> > > 7. Raavan
> > > 8. Robo
> > >
> > > Manisha Koirala
> > > 1.Bombay
> > > 2. Indian
> > > 3. Dil se
> > > 4. Oke Okkadu
> > > 5. Baba
> > >
> > > Rani Mukherjee
> > > 1. Nayak
> > > 2. Saathiya
> > > 3. Mangal Pandey
> > > 4. Yuva
> > >
> > > Urmila Matondkar
> > > 1. Rangeela
> > > 2. Daud
> > > 3. Tehzeeb
> > >
> > > Tabu
> > > 1. Prema Desham
> > > 2. Meenaxi
> > > 3. Thakshak
> > >
> > > Nandita Das
> > > 1. 1947 Earth
> > > 2. Fire
> > >
> > > Meena
> > > 1. Muthu
> > > 2. Rhythm
> > >
> > > Madhubala
> > > 1. Roja
> > > 2. Gentleman
> > >
> > > Genelia
> > > 1. Boys
> > > 2. Jaane tu ya jaane na
> > >
> > > Shriya
> > > 1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
> > > 2. Sivaji - the boss
> > >
> > > Nagma
> > > 1. Premikudu
> > > 2. Super Police
> > >
> > > Jyothika
> > > 1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
> > > 2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)
> > >
> > > Sonali Bendre
> > > 1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
> > > 2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song
> > >
> > > PS: Actors list is in the making :o)
> > >
> >
>
>
>  
>



-- 
Farzad Khaleel
www.rahmaniac.com

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[vinod sagar]

see.. how wonderful you guys are !!!

I knew I was definitely missing some names and you completed it... great !!!

Yes Rivjot, I indeed  speak Telugu. I didn't want to misspell Tamil names and 
demean the beautiful language - I dont't understand much of Tamil, but Rahman 
makes it beautiful :)

--- On Tue, 8/24/10, Gayathri  wrote:

From: Gayathri 
Subject: Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2010, 9:18 AM







 



  



  
  
  
"(IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain
Kandukondain instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of
Premikudu etc"

Haha, yeah, for a moment I thought Priyuralu Pilichindi was a Telugu movie ARR 
composed for, which I was not aware of til date. It's only after I goggled did 
I find out that it was Kandukonden Kandukonden ;))

On the other hand, you missed Simran and Trisha. Simran acted in 5 films with 
ARR's compositions:- Jodi, New, Kannathil Muthammital, Parthale Paravasam and 
Udhaya, 
while Trisha acted in - Enaku 20 Unaku 18, Aaithe Ezhuthu, Vinnaithandi 
Varuvaya. 

Tabu was also in Kandukonden Kandukonden and Jyothika has Star and Thenali to 
her record.


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Rivjot"  wrote:
>
> Vinod, I can just tell that you are Telugu :P
> 
> (IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain 
> Kandukondain instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of Premikudu 
> etc 
> 
> .. or one can mention all the movies Hindi / Tamil / Telugu for the same 
> title, but it should definitely not just be the list of Telugu movies. 
> 
> PS: Madhubala was in Iruvar, Yodha, Mr Romeo as well. Nagma also in Love 
> Birds. 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, vinod sagar dvsagar_2603@ wrote:
> >
> > This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small list of 
> > them :o)
> > 
> > Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has music 
> > by the living legend A.R.Rahman
> > 
> > But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the leading 
> > role and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.
> > 
> > 
> > Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as I'm not 
> > well versed with Tamil movies
> > 
> > 
> > Aishwarya leads the pack:
> > 
> > 1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
> > 2. Jeans
> > 3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
> > 4. Taal
> > 5. Guru
> > 6. Jodha Akbar
> > 7. Raavan
> > 8. Robo
> > 
> > Manisha Koirala
> > 1.Bombay
> > 2. Indian
> > 3. Dil se
> > 4. Oke Okkadu
> > 5. Baba
> > 
> > Rani Mukherjee
> > 1. Nayak
> > 2. Saathiya
> > 3. Mangal Pandey
> > 4. Yuva
> > 
> > Urmila Matondkar
> > 1. Rangeela 
> > 2. Daud
> > 3. Tehzeeb
> > 
> > Tabu
> > 1. Prema Desham
> > 2. Meenaxi
> > 3. Thakshak
> > 
> > Nandita Das
> > 1. 1947 Earth
> > 2. Fire
> > 
> > Meena
> > 1. Muthu
> > 2. Rhythm
> > 
> > Madhubala
> > 1. Roja
> > 2. Gentleman
> > 
> > Genelia
> > 1. Boys
> > 2. Jaane tu ya jaane na
> > 
> > Shriya
> > 1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
> > 2. Sivaji - the boss
> > 
> > Nagma
> > 1. Premikudu
> > 2. Super Police
> > 
> > Jyothika
> > 1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
> > 2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)
> > 
> > Sonali Bendre
> > 1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
> > 2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song
> > 
> > PS: Actors list is in the making :o)
> >
>





 





 



  






  

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[Surya Chivukula]

i have added to the list for the actress Nagma





From: vinod sagar 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Mon, 23 August, 2010 5:22:01 PM
Subject: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

  
This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small list of them 
:o)

Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has music by 
the living legend A.R.Rahman

But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the leading role 
and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.


Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as I'm not well 
versed with Tamil movies


Aishwarya leads the pack:

1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
2. Jeans
3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
4. Taal
5. Guru
6. Jodha Akbar
7.  Raavan
8. Robo

Manisha Koirala
1.Bombay
2. Indian
3. Dil se
4. Oke Okkadu
5. Baba

Rani Mukherjee
1. Nayak
2. Saathiya
3. Mangal Pandey
4. Yuva

Urmila Matondkar
1. Rangeela 
2. Daud
3. Tehzeeb

Tabu
1. Prema Desham
2. Meenaxi
3. Thakshak

Nandita Das
1. 1947 Earth
2. Fire

Meena
1. Muthu
2. Rhythm

Madhubala
1. Roja
2. Gentleman

Genelia
1. Boys
2. Jaane tu ya jaane na

Shriya
1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
2. Sivaji - the boss

Nagma
1. Premikudu
2. Super Police
3.Love Birds ( Hindi )

Jyothika
1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)

Sonali Bendre
1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song

PS: Actors list is in the making :o)

  

 

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[Gayathri]

"(IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain
Kandukondain instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of
Premikudu etc"

Haha, yeah, for a moment I thought Priyuralu Pilichindi was a Telugu
movie ARR composed for, which I was not aware of til date. It's only
after I goggled did I find out that it was Kandukonden Kandukonden ;))

On the other hand, you missed Simran and Trisha. Simran acted in 5 films
with ARR's compositions:- Jodi, New, Kannathil Muthammital, Parthale
Paravasam and Udhaya,
while Trisha acted in - Enaku 20 Unaku 18, Aaithe Ezhuthu, Vinnaithandi
Varuvaya.

Tabu was also in Kandukonden Kandukonden and Jyothika has Star and
Thenali to her record.


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Rivjot"  wrote:
>
> Vinod, I can just tell that you are Telugu :P
>
> (IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain
Kandukondain instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of
Premikudu etc
>
> .. or one can mention all the movies Hindi / Tamil / Telugu for the
same title, but it should definitely not just be the list of Telugu
movies.
>
> PS: Madhubala was in Iruvar, Yodha, Mr Romeo as well. Nagma also in
Love Birds.
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, vinod sagar dvsagar_2603@ wrote:
> >
> > This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small
list of them :o)
> >
> > Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has
music by the living legend A.R.Rahman
> >
> > But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the
leading role and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.
> >
> >
> > Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as
I'm not well versed with Tamil movies
> >
> >
> > Aishwarya leads the pack:
> >
> > 1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
> > 2. Jeans
> > 3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
> > 4. Taal
> > 5. Guru
> > 6. Jodha Akbar
> > 7. Raavan
> > 8. Robo
> >
> > Manisha Koirala
> > 1.Bombay
> > 2. Indian
> > 3. Dil se
> > 4. Oke Okkadu
> > 5. Baba
> >
> > Rani Mukherjee
> > 1. Nayak
> > 2. Saathiya
> > 3. Mangal Pandey
> > 4. Yuva
> >
> > Urmila Matondkar
> > 1. Rangeela
> > 2. Daud
> > 3. Tehzeeb
> >
> > Tabu
> > 1. Prema Desham
> > 2. Meenaxi
> > 3. Thakshak
> >
> > Nandita Das
> > 1. 1947 Earth
> > 2. Fire
> >
> > Meena
> > 1. Muthu
> > 2. Rhythm
> >
> > Madhubala
> > 1. Roja
> > 2. Gentleman
> >
> > Genelia
> > 1. Boys
> > 2. Jaane tu ya jaane na
> >
> > Shriya
> > 1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
> > 2. Sivaji - the boss
> >
> > Nagma
> > 1. Premikudu
> > 2. Super Police
> >
> > Jyothika
> > 1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
> > 2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)
> >
> > Sonali Bendre
> > 1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
> > 2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song
> >
> > PS: Actors list is in the making :o)
> >
>

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[Thulasi Ram]

hey nice one. no wonder Ash with all her heart said in endhiran audio launch
that she is a fan of ARRs music.

On Mon, Aug 23, 2010 at 12:52 PM, vinod sagar wrote:

>
>
> This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small list of
> them :o)
>
> Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has music
> by the living legend A.R.Rahman
>
> But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the leading
> role and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.
>
>
> Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as I'm not
> well versed with Tamil movies
>
>
> Aishwarya leads the pack:
>
> 1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
> 2. Jeans
> 3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
> 4. Taal
> 5. Guru
> 6. Jodha Akbar
> 7. Raavan
> 8. Robo
>
> Manisha Koirala
> 1.Bombay
> 2. Indian
> 3. Dil se
> 4. Oke Okkadu
> 5. Baba
>
> Rani Mukherjee
> 1. Nayak
> 2. Saathiya
> 3. Mangal Pandey
> 4. Yuva
>
> Urmila Matondkar
> 1. Rangeela
> 2. Daud
> 3. Tehzeeb
>
> Tabu
> 1. Prema Desham
> 2. Meenaxi
> 3. Thakshak
>
> Nandita Das
> 1. 1947 Earth
> 2. Fire
>
> Meena
> 1. Muthu
> 2. Rhythm
>
> Madhubala
> 1. Roja
> 2. Gentleman
>
> Genelia
> 1. Boys
> 2. Jaane tu ya jaane na
>
> Shriya
> 1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
> 2. Sivaji - the boss
>
> Nagma
> 1. Premikudu
> 2. Super Police
>
> Jyothika
> 1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
> 2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)
>
> Sonali Bendre
> 1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
> 2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song
>
> PS: Actors list is in the making :o)
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[Rivjot]

Vinod, I can just tell that you are Telugu :P

(IMO) This list contain 'original' movie names. E.g. Kandukondain Kandukondain 
instead of Priyuralu Pilichindi, Kadhalan instead of Premikudu etc 

.. or one can mention all the movies Hindi / Tamil / Telugu for the same title, 
but it should definitely not just be the list of Telugu movies. 

PS: Madhubala was in Iruvar, Yodha, Mr Romeo as well. Nagma also in Love Birds. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, vinod sagar  wrote:
>
> This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small list of 
> them :o)
> 
> Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has music by 
> the living legend A.R.Rahman
> 
> But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the leading 
> role and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.
> 
> 
> Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as I'm not 
> well versed with Tamil movies
> 
> 
> Aishwarya leads the pack:
> 
> 1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
> 2. Jeans
> 3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
> 4. Taal
> 5. Guru
> 6. Jodha Akbar
> 7. Raavan
> 8. Robo
> 
> Manisha Koirala
> 1.Bombay
> 2. Indian
> 3. Dil se
> 4. Oke Okkadu
> 5. Baba
> 
> Rani Mukherjee
> 1. Nayak
> 2. Saathiya
> 3. Mangal Pandey
> 4. Yuva
> 
> Urmila Matondkar
> 1. Rangeela 
> 2. Daud
> 3. Tehzeeb
> 
> Tabu
> 1. Prema Desham
> 2. Meenaxi
> 3. Thakshak
> 
> Nandita Das
> 1. 1947 Earth
> 2. Fire
> 
> Meena
> 1. Muthu
> 2. Rhythm
> 
> Madhubala
> 1. Roja
> 2. Gentleman
> 
> Genelia
> 1. Boys
> 2. Jaane tu ya jaane na
> 
> Shriya
> 1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
> 2. Sivaji - the boss
> 
> Nagma
> 1. Premikudu
> 2. Super Police
> 
> Jyothika
> 1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
> 2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)
> 
> Sonali Bendre
> 1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
> 2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song
> 
> PS: Actors list is in the making :o)
>

Re: [arr] Rahman vs lucky actresses !!!

[Hameed Akbar]

With regards to leading actors (time when AR started his film career), I
guess it is only for Capt. Vijaykanth to whom AR hasnt scored.. :o)

On Mon, Aug 23, 2010 at 7:52 AM, vinod sagar  wrote:

>
>
> This thought just occurred to me and I set out to prepare a small list of
> them :o)
>
> Its always been a actresses privilege to feature in a movie that has music
> by the living legend A.R.Rahman
>
> But only a few actresses have been lucky enough to be donning the leading
> role and swaying to Rahman's Tunes in more than one movie.
>
>
> Please correct me if I'm wrong or if I've missed out any names as I'm not
> well versed with Tamil movies
>
>
> Aishwarya leads the pack:
>
> 1. Iddaru (Iruvar)
> 2. Jeans
> 3. Priyuralu Pilichindi
> 4. Taal
> 5. Guru
> 6. Jodha Akbar
> 7. Raavan
> 8. Robo
>
> Manisha Koirala
> 1.Bombay
> 2. Indian
> 3. Dil se
> 4. Oke Okkadu
> 5. Baba
>
> Rani Mukherjee
> 1. Nayak
> 2. Saathiya
> 3. Mangal Pandey
> 4. Yuva
>
> Urmila Matondkar
> 1. Rangeela
> 2. Daud
> 3. Tehzeeb
>
> Tabu
> 1. Prema Desham
> 2. Meenaxi
> 3. Thakshak
>
> Nandita Das
> 1. 1947 Earth
> 2. Fire
>
> Meena
> 1. Muthu
> 2. Rhythm
>
> Madhubala
> 1. Roja
> 2. Gentleman
>
> Genelia
> 1. Boys
> 2. Jaane tu ya jaane na
>
> Shriya
> 1. Nee Manasu Naaku Telusu
> 2. Sivaji - the boss
>
> Nagma
> 1. Premikudu
> 2. Super Police
>
> Jyothika
> 1. Doli Sajake Rakhna
> 2. Nuvvu Nenu Prema (SOK)
>
> Sonali Bendre
> 1. Dil Hi Dil Mein
> 2. Bombay - Humma Humma Song
>
> PS: Actors list is in the making :o)
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Rahman albums list in chronological order

[Madhavan Rajan]

Google "Gopal's AR Page". The first hitlist that you see will have all
that you need!

On 8/18/10, Anu  wrote:
> Dear all,
>
> Is there a list of all Rahman albums with the movie name and year? I
> remember seeing such a list in the groups but couldn't locate it. if any of
> you maintains a list, could you please share?
>
> thanks
> Anu
>
>


-- 
Cheers,
Madhavan.R
Be a Music Fan; not a Music Pirate!

[arr] Rahman albums list in chronological order

[Anu]

Dear all,

Is there a list of all Rahman albums with the movie name and year? I remember 
seeing such a list in the groups but couldn't locate it. if any of you 
maintains a list, could you please share?

thanks
Anu

Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka ’ with CWG theme song

[Roshan]

lol. yes it's Wise.

Caught me :)



On Tue, Aug 17, 2010 at 12:12 PM, V S Rawat  wrote:

>
>
> On 8/17/2010 5:54 AM India Time, _Roshan_ wrote:
>
> > he actually said aged and vice people. you can see it in the video on
> > youtube.
>
> I think it should be "aged and [[[wise]]] people". can someone find out.
>
> rawat
>
>
> >
> > On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:04 PM, Vishal Reddy 
> > 
> > <mailto:vishalredd...@yahoo.in >> wrote:
> >
> > “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
> > Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
> > approved it” -- I really doubt if he said it. I mean, the media
> > really twist the facts. Gah!
> >
> >
> > --
> > *From:* Bivin Chandra 
> > <mailto:bivinchan...@yahoo.com >>
>
> > *To:* AR Fans group 
> > 
> > <mailto:arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com >>
>
> > *Sent:* Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
> > *Subject:* [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG
> > theme song
> >
> > It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song
> > is officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on
> > Monday promised it would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula
> > liya’ would be unlike anything that has happened before.
> >
> > Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this
> > year’s soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
> >
> > Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more
> > because he is still giving some final touches.
> >
> > “I have been working on the song for the past six months.
> >
> > It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big
> > part of the celebration and will be unlike anything that has
> > happened before in India,” the celebrated musician told reporters.
> >
> > Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the
> > opening line ‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if
> > it is launched properly.
> >
> > “I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and
> > add some sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy,
> > winning and not giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us
> > at the opening ceremony. It is simple but not simplistic,” he said.
> >
> > When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s
> > popular football World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is
> > “exactly no” Waka Waka’
> >
> > “It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex,
> > difficult to explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear
> > it,” he added.
> >
> > Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the
> > country’s cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
> >
> > “I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so
> > you can understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
> >
> > Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will
> > like the song but they liked the song.
> >
> > “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
> > Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
> > approved it,” he said.
> >
> > Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will
> > make every Indian proud.
> >
> > “The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I
> > am sure Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will
> > spread awareness,” he said.
> >
> > The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
> >
> > Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was
> > also present along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head
> > of the committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft International
> > Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.
> >
> >
> >
> > http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece
> > --
>
>  
>



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Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Wak a Waka’ with CWG theme song

[Ram Motipally]

and he was also specific, he said he was not sure how they would react to the 
"rock guitar" !

Jeez, how a simple statement gets twisted and so much email power goes into 
untangling it !




From: Gomzy™ 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tue, August 17, 2010 7:40:37 AM
Subject: Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG theme song

  

its wise obviously. He goes onto say " with a lot of wisdom" 


On Tue, Aug 17, 2010 at 12:12 PM, V S Rawat  wrote:

  
>On 8/17/2010 5:54 AM India Time, _Roshan_ wrote:
>
>> he actually said aged and vice people.  you can see it in the video on
>> youtube.
>
>I think it should be "aged and [[[wise]]] people". can someone find out.
>
>rawat
>
>>
>> On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:04 PM, Vishal Reddy > <mailto:vishalredd...@yahoo.in>> wrote:
>>
>> “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
>> Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
>> approved it” -- I really doubt if he said it. I mean, the media
>> really twist the facts. Gah!
>>
>>
>> --
>> *From:* Bivin Chandra > <mailto:bivinchan...@yahoo.com>>
>> *To:* AR Fans group > <mailto:arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com>>
>> *Sent:* Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
>> *Subject:* [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG
>> theme song
>>
>> It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song
>> is officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on
>> Monday promised it would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula
>> liya’ would be unlike anything that has happened before.
>>
>> Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this
>> year’s soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
>>
>> Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more
>> because he is still giving some final touches.
>>
>> “I have been working on the song for the past six months.
>>
>> It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big
>> part of the celebration and will be unlike anything that has
>> happened before in India,” the celebrated musician told reporters.
>>
>> Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the
>> opening line ‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if
>> it is launched properly.
>>
>> “I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and
>> add some sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy,
>> winning and not giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us
>> at the opening ceremony. It is simple but not simplistic,” he said.
>>
>> When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s
>> popular football World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is
>> “exactly no” Waka Waka’
>>
>> “It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex,
>> difficult to explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear
>> it,” he added.
>>
>> Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the
>> country’s cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
>>
>> “I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so
>> you can understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
>>
>> Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will
>> like the song but they liked the song.
>>
>> “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
>> Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
>> approved it,” he said.
>>
>> Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will
>> make every Indian proud.
>>
>> “The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I
>> am sure Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will
>> spread awareness,” he said.
>>
>> The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
>>
>> Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was
>> also present along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head
>> of the committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft International
>> Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.
>>
>>
>>
>> http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece
>> --
>
>


-- 
www.gomzyphotography.com






  

Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka ’ with CWG theme song

[Gomzy™]

its wise obviously. He goes onto say " with a lot of wisdom"

On Tue, Aug 17, 2010 at 12:12 PM, V S Rawat  wrote:

>
>
> On 8/17/2010 5:54 AM India Time, _Roshan_ wrote:
>
> > he actually said aged and vice people. you can see it in the video on
> > youtube.
>
> I think it should be "aged and [[[wise]]] people". can someone find out.
>
> rawat
>
> >
> > On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:04 PM, Vishal Reddy 
> > 
> > <mailto:vishalredd...@yahoo.in >> wrote:
> >
> > “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
> > Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
> > approved it” -- I really doubt if he said it. I mean, the media
> > really twist the facts. Gah!
> >
> >
> > --
> > *From:* Bivin Chandra 
> > <mailto:bivinchan...@yahoo.com >>
> > *To:* AR Fans group 
> > 
> > <mailto:arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com >>
> > *Sent:* Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
> > *Subject:* [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG
> > theme song
> >
> > It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song
> > is officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on
> > Monday promised it would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula
> > liya’ would be unlike anything that has happened before.
> >
> > Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this
> > year’s soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
> >
> > Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more
> > because he is still giving some final touches.
> >
> > “I have been working on the song for the past six months.
> >
> > It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big
> > part of the celebration and will be unlike anything that has
> > happened before in India,” the celebrated musician told reporters.
> >
> > Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the
> > opening line ‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if
> > it is launched properly.
> >
> > “I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and
> > add some sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy,
> > winning and not giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us
> > at the opening ceremony. It is simple but not simplistic,” he said.
> >
> > When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s
> > popular football World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is
> > “exactly no” Waka Waka’
> >
> > “It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex,
> > difficult to explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear
> > it,” he added.
> >
> > Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the
> > country’s cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
> >
> > “I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so
> > you can understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
> >
> > Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will
> > like the song but they liked the song.
> >
> > “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
> > Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
> > approved it,” he said.
> >
> > Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will
> > make every Indian proud.
> >
> > “The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I
> > am sure Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will
> > spread awareness,” he said.
> >
> > The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
> >
> > Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was
> > also present along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head
> > of the committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft International
> > Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.
> >
> >
> >
> > http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece
> > --
>
>  
>



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Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka ’ with CWG theme song

[V S Rawat]

On 8/17/2010 5:54 AM India Time, _Roshan_ wrote:

> he actually said aged and vice people.  you can see it in the video on
> youtube.

I think it should be "aged and [[[wise]]] people". can someone find out.

rawat

>
> On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:04 PM, Vishal Reddy  <mailto:vishalredd...@yahoo.in>> wrote:
>
> “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
> Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
> approved it” -- I really doubt if he said it. I mean, the media
> really twist the facts. Gah!
>
>
> 
> *From:* Bivin Chandra  <mailto:bivinchan...@yahoo.com>>
> *To:* AR Fans group  <mailto:arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com>>
> *Sent:* Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
> *Subject:* [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG
> theme song
>
> It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song
> is officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on
> Monday promised it would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula
> liya’ would be unlike anything that has happened before.
>
> Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this
> year’s soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
>
> Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more
> because he is still giving some final touches.
>
> “I have been working on the song for the past six months.
>
> It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big
> part of the celebration and will be unlike anything that has
> happened before in India,” the celebrated musician told reporters.
>
> Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the
> opening line ‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if
> it is launched properly.
>
> “I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and
> add some sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy,
> winning and not giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us
> at the opening ceremony. It is simple but not simplistic,” he said.
>
> When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s
> popular football World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is
> “exactly no” Waka Waka’
>
> “It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex,
> difficult to explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear
> it,” he added.
>
> Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the
> country’s cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
>
> “I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so
> you can understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
>
> Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will
> like the song but they liked the song.
>
> “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the
> Group of Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and
> approved it,” he said.
>
> Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will
> make every Indian proud.
>
> “The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I
> am sure Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will
> spread awareness,” he said.
>
> The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
>
> Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was
> also present along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head
> of the committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft International
> Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.
>
>
>
> http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece
> --

Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Wak a Waka’ with CWG theme song

[mohammed sajin]

The title makes misconception.

Actually he is just replying to a question, particularly point out to the song 
'Waka Waka'.
But the title sounds like, he came with a new product and announce it will be 
better than 'Waka Waka'.

SAJIN



From: Vishal Reddy 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Mon, August 16, 2010 5:34:39 PM
Subject: Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG theme song

  
“I was a little bit  apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of 
Minister consist  of aged people but they all liked and approved it” -- I 
really 
doubt if he said it. I mean, the media really twist the facts. Gah!






From: Bivin Chandra 
To: AR Fans group 
Sent: Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
Subject: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG theme song

  
It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song is 
officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on Monday promised 
it 
would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula liya’ would be unlike anything 
that has happened before.
Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this year’s 
soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more because he is 
still giving some final touches.
“I have been working on the song for the past six months.
It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big part of the 
celebration and will be unlike anything that has happened before in India,” the 
celebrated musician told reporters.
Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the opening line 
‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if it is launched properly.
“I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and add some 
sound 
elements. But the song is about India, about energy, winning and not giving up. 
We want the crowd to sing along with us at the opening ceremony. It is simple 
but not simplistic,” he said.
When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s popular 
football 
World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is “exactly  no” Waka Waka’
“It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex, difficult to 
explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear it,” he added.
Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the country’s cultural 
heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
“I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so you can 
understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will like the 
song but they liked the song.
“I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of 
Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and approved it,” he said.
Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will make every 
Indian proud.
“The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I am sure 
Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will spread awareness,” he 
said.
The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was also present 
along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head of the committee Bharat 
Bala and director of Wizcraft International Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.


http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece 


 


  

Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka ’ with CWG theme song

[Roshan]

he actually said aged and vice people.  you can see it in the video on
youtube.

On Mon, Aug 16, 2010 at 7:04 PM, Vishal Reddy wrote:

>
>
> “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of
> Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and approved it” -- I
> really doubt if he said it. I mean, the media really twist the facts. Gah!
>
>
> --
> *From:* Bivin Chandra 
> *To:* AR Fans group 
> *Sent:* Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
> *Subject:* [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG theme
> song
>
>
>
> It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song is
> officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on Monday
> promised it would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula liya’ would be
> unlike anything that has happened before.
>
> Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this year’s
> soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
>
> Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more because he
> is still giving some final touches.
>
> “I have been working on the song for the past six months.
>
> It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big part of
> the celebration and will be unlike anything that has happened before in
> India,” the celebrated musician told reporters.
>
> Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the opening
> line ‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if it is launched
> properly.
>
> “I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and add some
> sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy, winning and not
> giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us at the opening ceremony.
> It is simple but not simplistic,” he said.
>
> When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s popular
> football World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is “exactly no” Waka
> Waka’
>
> “It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex, difficult
> to explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear it,” he added.
>
> Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the country’s
> cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
>
> “I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so you can
> understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
>
> Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will like
> the song but they liked the song.
>
> “I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of
> Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and approved it,” he
> said.
>
> Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will make every
> Indian proud.
>
> “The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I am sure
> Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will spread awareness,” he
> said.
>
> The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
>
> Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was also
> present along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head of the
> committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft International Entertainment,
> Viraf Sarkari.
>
>
>
> http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece
>
>
>  
>



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Re: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Wak a Waka’ with CWG theme song

[Vishal Reddy]

“I was a little bit  apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of 
Minister consist  of aged people but they all liked and approved it” -- I 
really 
doubt if he said it. I mean, the media really twist the facts. Gah!






From: Bivin Chandra 
To: AR Fans group 
Sent: Mon, 16 August, 2010 1:49:57 PM
Subject: [arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG theme song

  
It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song is 
officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on Monday promised 
it 
would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula liya’ would be unlike anything 
that has happened before.
Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira’s chart-buster for this year’s 
soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’
Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more because he is 
still giving some final touches.
“I have been working on the song for the past six months.
It is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big part of the 
celebration and will be unlike anything that has happened before in India,” the 
celebrated musician told reporters.
Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the opening line 
‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would be better if it is launched properly.
“I can’t reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and add some 
sound 
elements. But the song is about India, about energy, winning and not giving up. 
We want the crowd to sing along with us at the opening ceremony. It is simple 
but not simplistic,” he said.
When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s popular 
football 
World Cup anthem ‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is “exactly no” Waka Waka’
“It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex, difficult to 
explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear it,” he added.
Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the country’s cultural 
heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.
“I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so you can 
understand how serious I am about this,” he added.
Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will like the 
song but they liked the song.
“I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of 
Minister consist of aged people but they all liked and approved it,” he said.
Organising committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will make every 
Indian proud.
“The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I am sure 
Rahman’s song will make every Indian happy and it will spread awareness,” he 
said.
The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live.
Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads the CWG cultural committee, was also present 
along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan, creative head of the committee Bharat 
Bala and director of Wizcraft International Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.


http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece 

 

[arr] Rahman promises to go beyond 'Waka Waka' with CWG theme song

[neetikaraina]

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/events-tournaments/commonwealt\
h-games/top-stories/Rahman-promises-to-go-beyond-Waka-Waka-with-CWG-them\
e-song/articleshow/6318524.cms



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2010, 12.20pm ISTTags:waka waka
 |suresh
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|shakira  |organising
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 |commonwealth
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[AR Rahman]   NEW DELHI: It will be another 10 days before the
Commonwealth Games
  theme song is officially launched but Oscar-winning composerAR
Rahman   on
Monday promised it would be worth the wait as his 'Yaaro India
  bula liya' would be
unlike anything that has happened before.

Rahman said the song would go beyond Shakira's chart-buster for this
year's soccer World Cup
 
'Waka Waka'.

Rahman said the launch of the song will have to wait some more because
he is still giving some final touches.

"I have been working on the song for the past six months. It is in my
voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big part of the
celebration and will be unlike anything that has happened before in
India," the celebrated musician told reporters.

Rahman, however, refused to give details about the song beyond the
opening line 'Yaaro India bula liya', saying it would be better if it is
launched properly.

"I can't reveal much because I have to tweak the lyrics a bit and add
some sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy, winning
and not giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us at the
opening ceremony. It is simple but not simplistic," he said.

When asked whether the song will manage to overshadow Shakira's popular
football World Cup
 
anthem 'Waka Waka', Rahman said it is "exactly no" Waka Waka'.

"It is not 'Waka Waka'. We wanted to go beyond it. It is complex,
difficult to explain but I am sure you will like it when you hear it,"
he added.

Rahman has also planned an orchestra and a dedication to the country's
cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.

"I have cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so you
can understand how serious I am about this," he added.

Rahman said that he was initially apprehensive whether the GoM will like
the song but they liked the song.

"I was a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the Group
  of Minister
consist of aged people but they all liked and approved it," he said.

Organising committee

chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will make every Indian proud.

"The GOM gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I am
sure Rahman's song will make every Indian happy and it will spread
awareness," he said.

The opening ceremony will have Rahman performing live. Filmmaker Shyam
Benegal, who heads the CWG
  cultural
committee, was also present along with noted dancer Shovana Narayan,
creative head of the committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft
International Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.


Read more: Rahman promises to go beyond 'Waka Waka' with CWG theme song
- Top Stories - Commonwealth Games - Events & Tournaments - Sports - The
Times of India
 
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[arr] Rahman promises to go beyond ‘Waka Waka’ with CWG theme song

[Bivin Chandra]

It will be another 10 days before the Commonwealth Games theme song is 
officially launched but Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman on Monday promised 
it would be worth the wait as his ‘Yaaro India bula liya’ would be unlike 
anything that has happened before.Rahman said the song would go beyond 
Shakira’s chart-buster for this year’s soccer World Cup ‘Waka Waka’Rahman said 
the launch of the song will have to wait some more because he is still giving 
some final touches.“I have been working on the song for the past six months.It 
is in my voice with a chorus and I promise that it will be a big part of the 
celebration and will be unlike anything that has happened before in India,” the 
celebrated musician told reporters.Rahman, however, refused to give details 
about the song beyond the opening line ‘Yaaro India bula liya’, saying it would 
be better if it is launched properly.“I can’t reveal much because I have to 
tweak the lyrics a bit
 and add some sound elements. But the song is about India, about energy, 
winning and not giving up. We want the crowd to sing along with us at the 
opening ceremony. It is simple but not simplistic,” he said.When asked whether 
the song will manage to overshadow Shakira’s popular football World Cup anthem 
‘Waka Waka’, Rahman said it is “exactly no” Waka Waka’“It is not ‘Waka Waka’ We 
wanted to go beyond it. It is complex, difficult to explain but I am sure you 
will like it when you hear it,” he added.Rahman has also planned an orchestra 
and a dedication to the country’s cultural heritage and Mahatma Gandhi.“I have 
cancelled all my prior engagements to prepare this theme so you can understand 
how serious I am about this,” he added.Rahman said that he was initially 
apprehensive whether the GoM will like the song but they liked the song.“I was 
a little bit apprehensive if they will like it because the Group of Minister 
consist of
 aged people but they all liked and approved it,” he said.Organising committee 
chairman Suresh Kalmadi said the theme will make every Indian proud.“The GOM 
gave us their consent in the 26th meeting yesterday and I am sure Rahman’s song 
will make every Indian happy and it will spread awareness,” he said.The opening 
ceremony will have Rahman performing live.Filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who heads 
the CWG cultural committee, was also present along with noted dancer Shovana 
Narayan, creative head of the committee Bharat Bala and director of Wizcraft 
International Entertainment, Viraf Sarkari.

http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article573974.ece


  

RE: [arr] Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !

[MURALI RAMAKRISHNAN GANAPATHY]

All the very best sir,many more achievements and targets are waiting for u.
May The God give u peace ,good health and confidence to achieve more and more 
andguide us also to achieve in our life like u did
MuraliCoimbatore

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: raamkumar_vaidyanat...@yahoo.com
Date: Sat, 14 Aug 2010 11:01:11 +0530
Subject: [arr] Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !


















 



  



  
  
  
 Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !

Same day... August 14th 1992 Roja released 


Jai Ho !! :) Ella Pugalum Iraivanukke
Regards, 
Ram..  

 ~  Rαнмαη αddicт™  ~



 









  

[arr] Rahman to present Games theme song before GoM

[A.R.Rajib]

 Rahman to present Games theme song before GoM
*Press Trust Of India*
New Delhi, August 14, 2010
First Published: 21:50 IST(14/8/2010)
Last Updated: 21:51 IST(14/8/2010)

http://www.hindustantimes.com/Rahman-to-present-Games-theme-song-before-GoM/Article1-586879.aspx
 Oscar-winning music director AR Rahman will make a presentation of his
theme song for the Commonwealth Games at a meeting of a Group of Ministers
on Sunday. Sources said the idea was to ensure that the song becomes a
sensation like his own *Jai Ho *and Soccer World Cup theme song *Waka
  Waka*.

Rahman will make the presentation of the song before the GoM, which has now
been empowered to take all necessary decisions for the smooth conduct of the
event.

It will be the first meeting of the Group of Ministers after alleged
corruption scandals hit the Games and comes a day after Prime Minister
Manmohan Singh's emergency review meeting on preparations for the mega
sporting event.
-- 
*- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~*

Re: [arr] Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !

[kishore parayath]

yaaa
Let is switch off Endhiran for this day..and allot this full day for ROJA!!!

On Sat, Aug 14, 2010 at 5:16 AM, Rahul Menon
wrote:

>
>
>   truly ellam pugazhum iruvanukke brother :-)
>
> tk
> rahul
>
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman sir completing 18 years into Music Industry by today !

[Rahul Menon]

truly ellam pugazhum iruvanukke brother :-)

tk
rahul

Re: [arr] Rahman should work with new breed of directors.

[Thulasi Ram]

recently ARR took the chance and worked with kalaipuli dhanu's son in
sakkarakkati. needless to say the movie was a disaster and the songs were
wasted in the movie. on the other hand his new buddy gautham churned out a
class movie like VTV and the songs were extraordinary. so, really ARR needs
to work with matured directors in my opinion and not with directors who are
in an experimental mode. i really dont want to see ARRs songs wasted in a
movie or be unheard just because of a wrong combo that has failed to click
in the box office.

On Fri, Aug 6, 2010 at 3:13 PM, Ravikumar Eswaran
wrote:

>
>
> Hi,
>
> I think Rahman should start working with new breed of directors who are
> giving us some good movies. I am very much eager to see Rahman working with
> Vasanthabalan of 'Veyil' and 'Angadi Theru' fame. They might bring some
> mind-blowing numbers together. Same might have happened if he has worked in
> 'Madrasapattinam'. I think working with new directors with fresh thoughts
> will even help Rahman to give some new dimensions to his music.
>
> What say guys?
>
> Ravikumar
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman should work with new breed of directors.

[Ravikumar Eswaran]

Hi,

I think Rahman should start working with new breed of directors who are giving 
us some good movies. I am very much eager to see Rahman working with 
Vasanthabalan of 'Veyil' and 'Angadi Theru' fame. They might bring some 
mind-blowing numbers together. Same might have happened if he has worked in 
'Madrasapattinam'. I think working with new directors with fresh thoughts will 
even help Rahman to give some new dimensions to his music.

What say guys?

Ravikumar



  

Re: [arr] Rahman is a Yogi:Rajinkanth

[Kumaresh-n]

Rajni said Rahman is a Siddhar



On 1 August 2010 11:49, Bivin Chandra  wrote:

>
>
> The Music Launch of*Endhiran*, a movie touted to be one of the most
> ambitious Indian films yet, took place at Kuala Lumpar. The venue was
> jam-packed, and understandingly so! The presence of Super Star Rajinikanth,
> double-Oscar winner A.R. Rahman, Former Miss World Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
> and popular filmmaker Shankar, under one roof, is a once in a life-time
> occurrence. The *Endhiran* music CD was released by the movie's producer
> Kalanidhi Maran, M.D. of Sun Pictures. Everyone was given an opportunity to
> share with the eager and enthused audience their experience making the film.
> But the speech that was most longed for came last!
>
>
> When Rajinikanth ascended the stage, the auditorium exploded in applause
> and one could almost touch the anticipation and excitement that spread
> through the hall. “When I was going to sign on *Sivaji*, I asked Kamal
> (Haasan) what kind of a maker Shankar was. He told me, he is a very
> intelligent man, but a very demanding man as well. And now, before Sun
> Pictures came on board, I told Mr. Kalanidhi Maran that Shankar is a like a
> wild, race horse – he wild surely get to the destination, but we must
> hang-on tight, to keep up with him,” Rajni said of Shankar. Adding that the
> director was a true visionary and would won day direct a fabulous Hollywood
> movie.
>
> *
> *
>
> *Talking about A.R. Rahman, he said, “Spiritual books tell us that there
> are three important aspects that differentiate a normal man and a yogi. A
> true yogi has no ego. He is someone who follows the path of love. And above
> all he surrenders himself unto God, by putting Him before all else –
> success, power, money. Considering these things, ARR is a yogi. He has all
> these three qualities that spiritual gurus say make a yogi. He's the best
> proof that you don't have to go to the Himalayas to find yogis!”*
>
>
> Rajni went on to say that Aishwarya Rai is no ordinary girl. She combines
> beauty and brains. “She is the most beautiful Miss World of our times. Even
> in a scene in the movie where she wore hardly any make-up, she looked
> stunning! She's the kind of woman, who is charming in every way,” he added.
>
> Coming to the unconditional affection his fans have for him, Rajni was
> humble in saying they treat him like a baby. “Parents dress up their child
> in fancy clothes, and rejoice when they see that child sing and dance.
> Similarly, you all dress me up in different get-ups, make me look younger,
> ask me to dance and sing, and praise and applaud me when I do that. It's all
> your doing. I do nothing,” he quipped. Wrapping up him speech, like the true
> philosopher and spiritualist he is, the star insisted the happiness and
> success are not permanent. “Sometimes you will have to come down before you
> achieve something that will take you to the top. If you succeed once and
> think, that you're successful, you will be in for a rude shock. Ups and
> downs in life, are inevitable. Learn to accept both and move,” he said and
> returned to his seat, amidst resounding applause.
>
>
>
> http://hindi.galatta.com/entertainment/hindi/livewire/id/Rahman_is_a_Yogi_Rajinkanth_Endhiran_Music_Release_40816.html
>
>
>
>
>  
>



-- 
All the good praise goes to the Almighty
http://www.arrahman.asia

[arr] Rahman is a Yogi:Rajinkanth

[Bivin Chandra]

The Music Launch ofEndhiran, a movie touted to be one of the most ambitious 
Indian films yet, took place at Kuala Lumpar. The venue was jam-packed, and 
understandingly so! The presence of Super Star Rajinikanth, double-Oscar winner 
A.R. Rahman, Former Miss World Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and popular filmmaker 
Shankar, under one roof, is a once in a life-time occurrence. 
The Endhiran music CD was released by the movie's producer Kalanidhi Maran, 
M.D. of Sun Pictures. Everyone was given an opportunity to share with the eager 
and enthused audience their experience making the film. But the speech that was 
most longed for came last!
When Rajinikanth ascended the stage, the auditorium exploded in applause and 
one could almost touch the anticipation and excitement that spread through the 
hall. “When I was going to sign on Sivaji, I asked Kamal (Haasan) what kind of 
a maker Shankar was. He told me, he is a very intelligent man, but a very 
demanding man as well. And now, before Sun Pictures came on board, I told Mr. 
Kalanidhi Maran that Shankar is a like a wild, race horse – he wild surely get 
to the destination, but we must hang-on tight, to keep up with him,” Rajni said 
of Shankar. Adding that the director was a true visionary and would won 
day direct a fabulous Hollywood movie.
Talking about A.R. Rahman, he said, “Spiritual books tell us that there are 
three important aspects that differentiate a normal man and a yogi. A true yogi 
has no ego. He is someone who follows the path of love. And above all he 
surrenders himself unto God, by putting Him before all else – success, power, 
money. Considering these things, ARR is a yogi. He has all these three 
qualities that spiritual gurus say make a yogi. He's the best proof that you 
don't have to go to the Himalayas to find yogis!”
Rajni went on to say that Aishwarya Rai is no ordinary girl. She combines 
beauty and brains. “She is the most beautiful Miss World of our times. Even in 
a scene in the movie where she wore hardly any make-up, she looked stunning! 
She's the kind of woman, who is charming in every way,” he added.Coming to the 
unconditional affection his fans have for him, Rajni was humble in saying they 
treat him like a baby. “Parents dress up their child in fancy clothes, and 
rejoice when they see that child sing and dance. Similarly, you all dress me up 
in different get-ups, make me look younger, ask me to dance and sing, and 
praise and applaud me when I do that. It's all your doing. I do nothing,” he 
quipped. Wrapping up him speech, like the true philosopher and spiritualist he 
is, the star insisted the happiness and success are not permanent. “Sometimes 
you will have to come down before you achieve something that will take you to 
the top. If you succeed once
 and think, that you're successful, you will be in for a rude shock. Ups and 
downs in life, are inevitable. Learn to accept both and move,” he said and 
returned to his seat, amidst resounding applause.
http://hindi.galatta.com/entertainment/hindi/livewire/id/Rahman_is_a_Yogi_Rajinkanth_Endhiran_Music_Release_40816.html




  

[arr] Rahman ‘roars’ in Telugu

[A.R.Rajib]

 Rahman ‘roars’ in TeluguIndiaGlitz [Thursday, July 29, 2010]

Not just music, but Rahman too has no language. For he is not just a
pan-Indian music composer, but a global player and a proud winner of coveted
international honours like the Oscar and the Grammy.

And now, the ‘Mozart of Madras’ has showed is penchant for Telugu. One of
his latest tweets on his microblogging page reads, “Nenu A R Rahman
Matladutunnanu”, which means ‘This is Rahman speaking”.

This tweet from the music maestro comes in the wake of the audio launch of
his Tollywood venture ‘Puli’, which has Pawan Kalyan in the lead role. The
film is directed by Kollywood’s actor-director S J Suryah.

Rahman has sung a number ‘Maaralante…’ in ‘Puli’, which is getting ready to
hit the screens soon. “It is my favourite song in the album,” the music
composer says and adds: “It’s about Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy that if you
do good to one person, you are doing good to the whole world.”


http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/58970.html
-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] Rahman plays party pooper

[satish_srini]

The cast and crew of Abbas Tyrewala's next were planning to combine the wrap-up 
bash with a housewarming party at John Abraham's new pad in Bandra.

However, A R Rahman played spoilsport by calling producer Madhu Mantena and 
director Tyrewala to attend his concert in Wembley on Sunday night. And with 
John travelling to Malaysia to shoot a commercial, his first house party has 
been put off for the time being.

Confirming this Madhu says, "You can't say no to Rahman when he calls. By 
calling us to London he managed to squeeze in some recordings for our film and 
even put up a rocking show. Watching him live is always a different experience. 
The wrap-up party went for a toss, but Abbas and I are having a great time in 
London."

On his return from London in a few days, Madhu plans to rework the dates to 
organise another party. "Of course we will celebrate. Once we come back and 
speak to John there will be another party which, hopefully, won't be 
cancelled." 

http://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/2010/jul/270710-John-Abraham-A-R-Rahman-wrap-up-housewarming-bash.htm

[arr] Rahman to work with Usher, Dido

[mmykhel]

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Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman says that contrary to reports, he will not be 
collaborating with U&B star Usher and pop singer Dido for his next album, but 
for a different project. 

“I will be collaborating with Usher and Dido but it is not for my next album, 
as everyone is saying. It is for some other project, the details of which I 
can’t reveal yet,” Rahman said from London. “I’m concentrating on my world tour 
right now, and my work on the collaboration will start after it is over,” added 
the composer, who is rehearsing for his European performances in London. 

Rahman, who shone on the global arena with his work in Slumdog Millionaire that 
fetched him double Oscars, says he has put his Hollywood ventures on hold for 
the time being. 

“I did get offers from a number of directors in Hollywood, but right now, I’m 
not taking anything because I don’t have the time due to my world tour. So, I 
have postponed that for some time.” 

Asked what makes him a global celebrity, Rahman said, “Well it’s tough for me 
to tell you what it is. I think it’s just about the timing. First, Slumdog 
Millionaire happened, then all the awards followed and then, one thing led to 
another.” The composer has the Pawan Kalyan-starrer Telugu film Puli and 
director Shankar’s forthcoming Endhiran in the pipeline. 

It’s not just Rahman who has a musical mind in his family; son Ameen is also 
showing signs of his father’s talent. The six-year-old sang a song in the 
Hollywood film, Couples Retreat. So will Rahman encourage his son to get into 
the industry? “Right now, we can’t say anything. He is too young. It all 
depends on the situation when he grows up,” said the ace composer. 

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[arr] Rahman rides success of 'Jai Ho'

[Gopal Srinivasan]

Rahman rides success of 'Jai Ho'

Published: Friday, June 18, 2010

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By Gary Graff, For The Macomb Daily

The box office-busting, Academy Award-winning success of "Slumdog
Millionaire" in 2009 surprised a lot of people — the producers, the
director, the cast and virtually all of Hollywood.

And especially Alla Rakah "A.R." Rahman.

Already a respected composer within India's burgeoning film community,
"Slumdog Millionaire" and its end-title hit, "Jai Ho," made Rahman an
international superstar and opened Western ears to his music. The soundtrack
topped Billboard's Top Electronic Albums Chart in January 2009 and peaked at
No. 4 on the Billboard 200. It won a Golden Globe for Best Original Score,
two Oscars — Best Original Music Score and Best Original Song for "Jai Ho" —
and a pair of Grammy Awards.

Rahman, who's actually sold more than 350 million copies of his soundtrack
albums worldwide, also was saluted as the "Mozart of Madras" on Time
magazine's 2009 list of the World's Most Influential People and was tapped
by Hollywood to score the romantic comedy, "Couples Retreat." And the new
notoriety has allowed him to bring "The A.R. Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The
Journey Home World Tour" to North America — and to the Pontiac Silverdome
this weekend.

"It's been like a roller coaster ride," said Rahman, 44. "It's stuff you'd
never imagine — two Grammys, two Oscars, a Golden Globe, things you never
thought were achievable, being from India.

"I was surprised, yeah, of course. With ('Slumdog') I just wanted to do
something different from what I normally do in India. I never knew it would
be such a success."

"Slumdog" was indeed a fresh approach to film music for the father of three.
At the behest of director Danny Boyle, it used "very limited music," Rahman
noted. "An Indian film has almost two hours of music, constant scoring
underneath," he explained. "So I felt like I was underworked on the movie,
but the impact of where the music came was huge."

And "Jai Ho" — which became a hit single via a remix that added the Pussycat
Dolls — was "like an afterthought. Danny had picturized (the end sequence)
to some other songs, and I saw the choreography and said, 'Why don't we do a
song to this beat and add the word "Jai Ho," because in the movie the person
(Jamal Malik, played by Dev Patel) goes through so much turmoil, and when he
comes out it's like a victory, and I wanted to enhance that."

Movie scoring was not Rahman's first career choice — although music was.
Born A.S. Dileep Kumar in the city of Chennai, the capital of the Indian
state of Tamil Nadu, Rahman was introduced to music by his father, R.K.
Shekhar, a composer and conductor who also did film music. Rahman was young
when his father passed away, and he became more interested in playing
keyboards for bands such as Roots and Nemesis Avenue while also studying
Western classical music at Trinity College of Music in London.

Rahman opened his own recording studio in 1992 and began writing ad jingles,
but was then approached by film director Mani Ratnam to score his film
"Roja," which earned Rahman the first of four Best Music Director honors at
India's National Film Awards and, he explained, "opened me to films in a
very different way which I'd never imagined before."

"I got hooked on it," said Rahman, who also performed with Michael Jackson
in Munich during 2002, collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber on the play
"Bombay Dreams" in England and composed music for the short-lived stage
version of "The Lord of the Rings."

"Film music ... is like a blank canvas and you can paint anything on it and
add that to the film. Some directors force you to do a certain kind of
music, others allow you the freedom to do anything, but the idea is to
create an excitement for people to come to the theaters and at the same time
retain musical integrity and artistic quality."

With "The Journey Home World Tour," meanwhile, Rahman is hoping to not only
build greater understanding of and appreciation for film music but also
achieve a cross-cultural exchange. Working with creative director Amy
Tinkham, who's worked on shows for Madonna, Mariah Carey, Paul McCartney and
Britney Spears, Rahman has fashioned a 2-1/2-hour night of music that
features a cast of musicians, dancers and acrobats, plus changing stage sets
and an extensive video production.

"We're looking at a universal appeal to this," explained Rahman, who will
play keyboards, sing and explain songs to the audience during the show.
"There's some songs in English

[arr] Rahman to enthrall US with musical spectacle

[A.R.Rajib]

 Rahman to enthrall US with musical spectacle

*IANS/Washington*





Music maestro A R Rahman is all set to enthrall audiences in the US capital
on Sunday as part of a world tour that takes him across the United
States,Canada, France,Switzerland, Holland andBritain.

The 45-day world tour titled ‘AR Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home
World Tour’ started with a show yesterday at the Nassau Coliseum in New
York. It then goes to New Jersey, Washington, Chicago, Detroit, San
Francisco, Los Angeles, Raleigh and Atlanta on the US leg.

The Bollywood legend who exploded onto the world stage with his Academy
award-winning music for Slumdog Millionaire gave a glimpse of the theatrical
experience that awaits the denizens of Washington at a preview here ahead of
the tour.

Recreating his studio arrangements live, Rahman will be flanked by costumed
dancers, acrobats from Cirque de Soleil and a Mongolian contortionist.
State-of-the-art 3-D light-mapping technology will conjure virtual movie
sets, offering a spectacle inspired by the music’s cinematic sources.

The shows at the Patriot Centre in Fairfax on Sunday and elsewhere promise
to mesmerise audiences with a true fusion of Hollywood and Bollywood.

“Normally, I get a very mixed South Asian audience -Tamil, Telugu, Hindi,
Punjabi and Gujarati people from India; Pakistanis, Sri Lankans and
Bangladeshis,” said Rahman.

“Because of the success of Slumdog Millionaire, we’re hoping at least a
percentage of the audience will be new,” said the man who is called “Mozart
of Madras” who has performed several times in the US since 2000.

Rahman, who would like Americans to know more about the diversity of Indian
cinema, said he had a new global listener in mind when he assembled the
material. “We tried to pick out songs that would be universally appealing,
to mix together elements in ways that have never been done before. It’s very
exciting.”

“It will be a blend of the East and West, from Bharatnatyam to pop and tap
dance,” said Amy Tinkham creative director of the concert.

The concert will span throughout Rahman’s career, right from its inception
with Roja to the latest hit Slumdog Millionaire which brought him the Oscar.
Besides these, there will be songs from Laagan, Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Dil
Se, Rang De Basanti and his other creations.

“In the 150-minute musical spectacle, the very soul of India can be
experienced. From the myths of rural India to the colours of the
festivities, the rhythm and beats of the urban culture, this musical concert
will have it all,” said producer Deepak Gattani of Rapport Productions.




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[arr] Rahman set to enthral US with Bollywood-Hollywood fusion

[Siddiq Rahman]

Rahman set to enthral US with Bollywood-Hollywood fusion

WASHINGTON: Music maestro A R Rahman
is all set to enthral audiences in the US capital Sunday as part of a world tour
that takes him across America, Canada, France, Switzerland, Holland and
Britain. 

The 45-day world tour titled "AR Rahman Jai Ho Concert: The
Journey Home World Tour" starting with a show Thursday at the Nassau Coliseum in
New York goes to New Jersey, Washington, Chicago, Detroit, San Francisco, Los
Angeles, Raleigh and Atlanta on the US leg. 

The Bollywood legend who
exploded onto the world stage with his Academy award-winning music for "Slumdog
Millionaire" gave a glimpse of the theatrical experience that awaits the
denizens of Washington at a preview here ahead of the
tour. 

Re-creating his studio arrangements live, Rahman will be
flanked by costumed dancers, acrobats from Cirque de Soleil and a Mongolian
contortionist. State-of-the-art 3-D light-mapping technology will conjure
virtual movie sets, offering a spectacle inspired by the music's cinematic
sources. 

The shows at the Patriot Centre in Fairfax Sunday and
elsewhere promise to mesmerise audiences with a true fusion of Hollywood and
Bollywood. "Normally, I get a very mixed South Asian audience -Tamil, Telugu,
Hindi, Punjabi and Gujarati people from India; Pakistanis, Sri Lankans and
Bangladeshis," said Rahman. 

"Because of the success of 'Slumdog
Millionaire,' we're hoping at least a percentage of the audience will be new,"
said the man who is called "Mozart of Madras" who has performed several times in
the US since 2000. Rahman, who would like Americans to know more about the
diversity of Indian cinema, said he had a new global listener in mind when he
assembled the material. "We tried to pick out songs that would be universally
appealing, to mix together elements in ways that have never been done
before. 

It's very exciting." "It will be a blend of the East and
West, from Bharatnatyam to pop and tap dance," said Amy Tinkham creative
director of the concert. The concert will span throughout Rahman's career, right
from its inception with "Roja" to the latest hit "Slumdog Millionaire" which
brought him the Oscar. Besides these, there will be songs from "Laagan", "Jaane
Tu Ya Jaane Na", "Dil Se", "Rang De Basanti" and his other
creations. 

"In the 150-minute musical spectacle, the very soul of
India can be experienced. From the myths of rural India to the colours of the
festivities, the rhythm and beats of the urban culture, this musical concert
will have it all," said producer Deepak Gattani of Rapport
Productions. 
 
 
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[arr] Rahman concert expensive at 50 k

[A.R.Rajib]

Rahman concert expensive at 50 k
*HT City 
Correspondent,
Hindustan Times*
New Delhi, June 02, 2010
First Published: 17:47 IST(2/6/2010)
Last Updated: 12:30 IST(3/6/2010)

[image: A R Rahman]It may sound like an outlandish amount for a concert
ticket, but for fans of AR Rahman in the US, $1,050 (approximately Rs
50,000) is a small price to pay to watch the maestro in action.

During Rahman’s world tour concerts in the US, tickets for a special
enclosure called the *Jai Ho *Circle, cost $1,050.

The tickets promise a hassle-free, green-carpet entry with non-alcoholic
drinks and choiciest snacks served at the concert. Though the cheapest
ticket for the show costs $54.40, Hindu activist in the US, Rajan Zed, has
urged Rahman to further lower the price to $20 so that all his fans can
enjoy it ‘in these times of recession’.

But, according to the organisers, the show is already a sell out. “I doubt
if any seat will be left available at any of the concerts; all the tickets
are sold out in the US,” said Aroon Shivdasani of Indo-American Arts
Council, which is selling the tickets.

Called *Jai Ho *- The Journey Home, the concert kicks off in New York on
June 11. The last concert of the series is at London’s Wembley Stadium on
July 5.

Delhi-based designer Ritu Beri has designed 300 outfits for the tour. “I’ve
tried to merge the heritage and traditions of India, adding modernity to the
presentation,” said the designer. The costumes, inspired by yoga and
classical dances, will have LED display for a disco-like effect. The stage
show will include four troupes of dancers and Cirque du Soleil acrobats and
other special performances.

*Look who met with Rahman *
During Rahman’s practice session in Los Angeles, Michael Jackson’s brother
Jermaine Jackson, and MJ’s son Prince, reportedly paid him a surprise visit.
Prince told Rahman that he is a big fan of his song, *Jai Ho*. Rahman
reportedly has extended a personal invitation to the Jasksons to his
concert.


http://www.hindustantimes.com/Rahman-fans-to-shell-50-k-for-concert/H1-Article1-552191.aspx
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[arr] Rahman,the most downloaded Indian artist

[Siddiq Rahman]

Rahman,the most downloaded Indian artist
Britain
has become the top country to download Bollywood music abroad while AR Rahman
has been declared the most downloaded Indian artist, according to a new
research  . 

Bollywood tracks have found particular favour with
listeners in Britain, where over one in four tracks downloaded is a Bollywood
song. Following suit in the downloading department are Singaporeans at the
second spot, who are responsible for nearly a third (31 per cent) of all Indian
music downloads outside India. While Finland and Germany occupy the third and
fourth slots respectively, Australian music fans account for a fifth of the
global total. 

The UAE, South Africa, Switzerland, Mexico and Russia
round off the top 10 respectively. In India, Bollywood songs represent over half
of all downloaded tracks (54 per cent), with western pop and ghazal next in
line. Among Indian artistes, Oscar-award winning music composer AR Rahman leads
the way as the world’s most downloaded Indian artiste. He is followed in
popularity by playback singer Sonu Nigam, JoJo, Himesh Reshammiya and Shaan. 

Udit Narayan, Asha Bhosle, Kishore Kumar and Salim-Sulaiman occupy
the rest of the spots in that order. The research was conducted by a mobile
phone company based on the number of downloaded songs across 35 countries until
mid-March 2010. 

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Re: [arr] Rahman,the most downloaded Indian artist

[Gopal Srinivasan]

Sonu Nigam and WhoJo?

On Fri, May 28, 2010 at 11:07, $ Pavan Kumar $ wrote:

>
>
>
> http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Entertainment/Music/Rahmanthe-most-downloaded-Indian-artist/articleshow/5985261.cms
>
> Britain has become the top country to download Bollywood music abroad while
> AR Rahman has been declared the most downloaded Indian artist, according to
> a new research .
>
> Bollywood tracks have found particular favour with listeners in Britain,
> where over one in four tracks downloaded is a Bollywood song. Following suit
> in the downloading department are Singaporeans at the second spot, who are
> responsible for nearly a third (31 per cent) of all Indian music downloads
> outside India. While Finland and Germany occupy the third and fourth slots
> respectively, Australian music fans account for a fifth of the global
> total.
>
> The UAE, South Africa, Switzerland, Mexico and Russia round off the top 10
> respectively. In India, Bollywood songs represent over half of all
> downloaded tracks (54 per cent), with western pop and ghazal next in line.
> Among Indian artistes, Oscar-award winning music composer AR Rahman leads
> the way as the world’s most downloaded Indian artiste. He is followed in
> popularity by playback singer Sonu Nigam, JoJo, Himesh Reshammiya and
> Shaan.
>
> Udit Narayan, Asha Bhosle, Kishore Kumar and Salim-Sulaiman occupy the rest
> of the spots in that order. The research was conducted by a mobile phone
> company based on the number of downloaded songs across 35 countries until
> mid-March 2010.
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman,the most downloaded Indian artist

[$ Pavan Kumar $]

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Entertainment/Music/Rahmanthe-most-downloaded-Indian-artist/articleshow/5985261.cms

Britain has become the top country to download Bollywood music abroad while AR 
Rahman has been declared the most downloaded Indian artist, according to a new 
research . 

Bollywood tracks have found particular favour with listeners in Britain, where 
over one in four tracks downloaded is a Bollywood song. Following suit in the 
downloading department are Singaporeans at the second spot, who are responsible 
for nearly a third (31 per cent) of all Indian music downloads outside India. 
While Finland and Germany occupy the third and fourth slots respectively, 
Australian music fans account for a fifth of the global total. 

The UAE, South Africa, Switzerland, Mexico and Russia round off the top 10 
respectively. In India, Bollywood songs represent over half of all downloaded 
tracks (54 per cent), with western pop and ghazal next in line. Among Indian 
artistes, Oscar-award winning music composer AR Rahman leads the way as the 
world’s most downloaded Indian artiste. He is followed in popularity by 
playback singer Sonu Nigam, JoJo, Himesh Reshammiya and Shaan. 

Udit Narayan, Asha Bhosle, Kishore Kumar and Salim-Sulaiman occupy the rest of 
the spots in that order. The research was conducted by a mobile phone company 
based on the number of downloaded songs across 35 countries until mid-March 
2010.  


  

[arr] Rahman to perform at CWG

[A.R.Rajib]

 Rahman to perform at CWGPiyali Dasgupta, TNN, May 28, 2010, 12.00am IST

 [image: AR Rahman] 
AR Rahman

 AR Rahman will perform live at the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth
Games, says Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi.

“It will be a huge event involving Bollywood celebrities. AR Rahman has
composed the theme song for the CWG, and he will be singing live on the
opening day. We will release the song in advance, because when Rahman sings
in the stadium, we want the whole stadium to sing along,” said Kalmadi.
Incidentally, Rahman’s also topped a poll as the world’s most downloaded
Indian artiste.








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[arr] Rahman does a Jacko

[A.R.Rajib]

 Rahman does a Jacko

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   When you are an Oscar winner and on a world tour, you need a fashion
designer. Even the sartorially sombre AR Rahman. So Ritu Beri is designing
the wardrobe for Rahman and his troupe for “AR Rahman Jai Ho: The Journey
Home World Tour 2010”, which commences on June 11 in New York.

 Beri, who has barely a month to get the costumes ready, has to design 34
different looks for Rahman and the group of musicians and dancers who will
be travelling with him. Befitting the grandeur of the sets and the occasion,
she has designed unusual LED costumes for the team.

 “It’s been my most thrilling experience to date,” says Beri. “When I
started working on the looks, I realised that Rahman was not the one for
flashy colours,” she says. But Beri is determined to make Rahman sport looks
that he hadn’t so far. “This time Rahman has experimented. He has been more
fun and adventurous,” says Beri who got him in ethnicwear for the song
Khwaja mere Khwaja from the film Jodhaa Akbar. For another number, Rahman
dresses like Michael Jackson, and this surely has been his boldest look,
says Beri. She isn’t sure about touring with the troupe, but she will be
definitely going to cheer them in Paris on June 17.


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[arr] "Rahman and Mani have always weaved magic" - Nikhil Dwivedi

[Liku]

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/features/2010/05/22/6274/

Music is what feelings sound like for Nikhil Dwivedi. When he talks
about Raavan
  and its music, you can make out his
feelings for the film and its soundtracks. He doesn't take sides; he
stands by it and firmly. He is a true music lover and a strange one too.
Because his all time favourite song is from the film Satte Pe Satta
called 'Dilbar Mere'. In a quick brief chat, Nikhil takes us through his
best tracks from Mani Ratnam films, including Raavan and more.

Favourite soundtrack from Hindi film

I have stories behind each one of my favourite soundtracks. But my 'the
favourite' soundtrack from a Hindi film has to be 'Dilbar Mere' from
Satte Pe Satta. All the seven songs from the album are my favourite.
It's the best album I've ever heard. It's strange but that's the fact.
The first brush of music remains with you throughout your life. It's
mystical. When I was a young boy, Satte Pe Satta released. Over the
years, the music of that film has grown for me. Not to forget, it had my
favourite actor, Mr Amitabh Bachchan. It had my favourite music
composer, Mr R.D. Burman. It had Kishore Kumar singing the songs. It had
Asha Bhonsle who is my favourite too. I think Amitabh Bachchan has never
looked so handsome to me in his entire life than in Satte Pe Satta.

Favourite soundtrack from Raavan

It has to be the title track 'Beera'. Yes, what a wonderful way to
describe Raavan in that song. It says so much and everything about this
man called Raavan. People have liked the Mission Impossible themes,
National Anthems, James Bond themes, etc. You get the idea of what
Raavan is all about. It has superb lyrics from Gulzaar saab and music
woven beautifully by the genius A.R. Rahman.

Raavan music - Not that great?

When any of A.R. Rahman albums release, everyone says that the album is
not that great. Thirty days later, they'll say 'Oh, it's catching on'
and sixty days later they'll say 'It's the greatest album ever
produced.' I am hardly surprised by the reactions of the music reviews.
Why this demand for difference? Mani Ratnam is a maker who isn't trying
to create a different album. He isn't a pop artist. He is a filmmaker.
He will create songs that'll do justice to the scenes and its story and
its characters. Mani's songs take the story forward. How different does
a 'Dangerous' sound from a 'Thriller'? It's the same crooning of Michael
Jackson. It's the same innuendo's. There will always be a difference in
A.R. Rahman tracks, Michael Jackson tracks and R.D. Burman tracks but
yet they are not different and that's why we like these composers.

Favourite Mani Ratnam film soundtrack

My favourite track from any of Mani's film is 'Chaiya Chaiya' from Dil
Se. I liked 'Huma Huma' too from Bombay. It was the biggest hit ever
from Mani Ratnam films. I like 'Anjaana' from Yuva too. Again, all three
songs were commercial hits.


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Re: [ARR] Rahman Vs Raagas

[Rakesh R]

Thank you so much for this share.. :)

On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 9:55 AM, Mohamed Hashir  wrote:

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>
> for those who are interested in Raagas...
>
> http://prabhuthemusiclover.tripod.com/arrahman/id3.html
>
>   *AR.Rahman the Prodigy...* *Raagas Vs Rahman...*
>
>  Song (Film) Raaga
>
>
>1. *Adi manja kizhange (Tajmahal ) vaasanthi *
>2. *Anbendra mazhayile (Minsara kanavu) Anandabhairavi *
>3. *Anbey (Rhythm) Gaud sarang/Charukeshi *
>4. *Anjali anjali (Duet) Maand *
>5. *Azaghe sugama  (Parthale paravasam) Sahana *
>6. *Azhagaana raakshasiye (Mudhalvan) Reethigowlai *
>7. *Boondon se baatein (Thakshak) Misra Kirwani *
>8. *Chaand aaya hai zameen par (Dil he dil mein) Charukeshi *
>9. *Chale chalo (Lagaan) Chala Nattai *
>10. *chandralekha (thiruda thiruda) Nada bhairavi *
>11. *Chhodo mori bainyan (Zubeidaa) Patdeep *
>12. *China china aasai (Roja) sankarAbharaNam, harikAmbhodhi. *
>13. *Columbus (Jeans) Madhyamaavathi *
>14. *Deem tadare dani (Takshak) Megh Malhar *
>15. *Dil hai chhotasa (Roja) Bilawal/Gaud sarang *
>16. *Duet Sax piece (Duet) Kalyana Vasantham *
>17. *En kadhale (Duet) Hari kambodhi *
>18. *En Mel Vilunda (May Madam) Kapi *
>19. *En swasakatre (En swasakatre) Kedar *
>20. *En veetu thotathil (Gentleman) Senchuruti *
>21. *Enai kanavilaye neatrodu (Kadhal Desam) Keeravani *
>22. *Enge enadu kavithai (Kandukondein Kandukondein ) Sindu bhairavi *
>23. *Ennavale adi ennavale (Kadhalan) Kedaram *
>24. *Ghanan ghanana (Lagaan) kafi *
>25. *Hey rama (Rangeela) Mayamalawa gowlam *
>26. *Idhu sugam sugam (vandicholi chinnarasu ) Dharmavathi *
>27. *Jhoola bahon ka (Doli Sajake Rakhna) Peelu *
>28. *Jiya jale (Dil Se) Misra Bhairavi *
>29. *Kadhal Rojave (Roja) kaapi...humming bit is in Desh *
>30. *Kandukonden Kandukonden  (Kandukonden Kandukonden) Nalinakanthi
>and Kathanakuthuhalam *
>31. *Kannamoochi (Kandukondein Kandukondein) Natakuranji/Shahana *
>32. *Kannodu kaanbathellam (Jeans) Sudha dhanyasi + Abheri *
>33. *Kanum kanum (Thiruda thiruda) Sivaranjini *
>34. *Kappal Yerri Poyaachi (Indian) Kapi *
>35. *Kariye naa (Taal)Maru Bihag/Hemant *
>36. *Katre en vasal vandhai (Rhythm) Darbari Kanada *
>37. *Kurukku siruthavale (Mudhalvan) Vaasanthi *
>38. *Malargalae (Love Birds) Hameer Kalyani & Saraswathi *
>39. *Margazhi poove (May madham) Hindolam *
>40. *Margazhi Thingal allava (Sangamam)Sindu bhairavi *
>41. *Mettu podu (Duet) Anandabharavi *
>42. *Mitwa (Lagaan) Bhupeshree or Vasanthi *
>43. *Monolisa (Mr.Romeo)Gawathi *
>44. *Nenje nenje (Ratchakan) Khammaj *
>45. *Ni main samajh gayi (Taal) Ahir Bhairav *
>46. *Nilakaigiradhu (Indhira) Misra Kedara(Hamir kalyani) *
>47. *Oru poyyaavathu sol kanne (Jodi) Misra piloo *
>48. *Ottagatha Kattikko (Gentleman) Dharmavathi *
>49. *Paarkaathe Paarkaathe (Gentleman) Mohanam *
>50. *Pachai kilighal (Indian) Kapi *
>51. *Piya haji ali (Fiza) Maand *
>52. *Porkalam (Thenali) Kedar *
>53. *Radha kaise na jale (Lagaan) Bimpalas *
>54. *Rang de (Takshak) Charukeshi/Nat Bhairav *
>55. *Ruth aa gayi re (1942- Earth) Puriya Dhanashree *
>56. *Snehidhane (Alaipayuthe) Saramathy & Sivaranjani & Mohanam *
>57. *Suttum vizhi (Kandukondein Kandukondein) Saranga and Hamsanandhi *
>58. *Swasame (Thenali) Misra Shyam Kalyan *
>59. *Taal se taal mila (Taal) Raga Bhairavi *
>60. *Thaneerai kathalikum (Mr.Romeo) Sivaranjini *
>61. *Thaniye Thananthaniye (Rhythm) Anandhabahravi *
>62. *Theendai  (Enswasa katre) Sriragam *
>63. *Theenthanana...(Rhythm) Anandabharavi *
>64. *Thenmerku (Karuthamma) Kanada *
>65. *Thirakkaatha (Enswasa katre) Neelambari+Kedar *
>66. *Varaga Nadhi Karai (Sangamam) Yaman Kalyani *
>67. *Velli malare (Jodi) Megh Malhar (Kafi) *
>68. *Ye Muthu paapa (Vandicholai chinnarrasu) Madhyamaavathi *
>69. *Yennasolla pogirai (Kandukondein Kandukondein) Misra Kirwani*
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman, Pookutty, Gulzar at this do

[A.R.Rajib]

 Rahman, Pookutty, Gulzar at this doTNN, May 15, 2010, 12.00am IST

 [image: Resul Pookutty and A R Rahman] 
Resul Pookutty and A R Rahman

 The three Oscar winners, A R Rahman, Resul Pookutty and Gulzar, who took
India to the Acadamy Awards with their contribution to the award-winning
Slumdog Millionaire, were seen once again sharing the same platform.

Only this time, it wasn’t for Danny Boyle! It was a literary do in honour of
sound expert Resul and the legendary musician Rahman and lyricist Gulzar
graced the event where the Governor of Maharashtra K Sankaranarayan was the
chief guest.

It’s not often that you get to see the trio together, what with all three of
them leading such busy ‘musical’ lives. So to watch them and support Resul,
many celebs turned up on Friday evening at a suburban five star hotel. S
Sreesanth, Parvati Omnakuttan, Priyanka Shah,

Tisca Chopra, Raj Zutshi, Aditya Hitkari with wife Divya Palat, and others
were present too.



http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/filmi-parties/bollywood/Rahman-Pookutty-Gulzar-at-this-do/articleshow/5930530.cms
-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] Rahman: Honour from home

[Siddiq Rahman]

Rahman: Honour from home


Tomorrow’s function to launch the theme song for the
World Classical Tamil Conference has got a new highlight now. For the
State government has decided to honour A R Rahman, who has composed
music for the song, for bringing home the Oscars and the Grammy. 
An official communication said Chief Minister M
Karunanidhi, who has penned lyrics for the theme song ‘Pirapokkum Ella
Uyirkkum….’ will felicitate Rahman at the function to be held at the
Centenary Auditorum of the Madras University.
Besides, there will be a concert by Drummer Sivamani
at the event to be attended by music legend L Subramaniam, filmmaker
Gautham Vasudev Menon (director for the song’s visual version), Central
and State Ministers, top officials and Tamil scholars.
The song is said to be quite an audio-visual treat,
besides being a fine tribute to the classical language. Over 50
top-notch artists from different genres, including playback music,
Carnatic, folk and Sufi have participated in this rare, special
confluence.
The song would be played at theatres, on television
channels and other forums in the run-up to the conference to be held in
June, in Coimbatore. According to Rahman, he only saw this opportunity
as a boon to pay a tribute to Tamil through the anthem.

http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/56944.html



  

[ARR] Rahman Vs Raagas

[Mohamed Hashir]

for those who are interested in Raagas...

http://prabhuthemusiclover.tripod.com/arrahman/id3.html

  *AR.Rahman the Prodigy...* *Raagas Vs Rahman...*

 Song (Film) Raaga


   1. *Adi manja kizhange (Tajmahal ) vaasanthi *
   2. *Anbendra mazhayile (Minsara kanavu) Anandabhairavi *
   3. *Anbey (Rhythm) Gaud sarang/Charukeshi *
   4. *Anjali anjali (Duet) Maand *
   5. *Azaghe sugama  (Parthale paravasam) Sahana *
   6. *Azhagaana raakshasiye (Mudhalvan) Reethigowlai *
   7. *Boondon se baatein (Thakshak) Misra Kirwani *
   8. *Chaand aaya hai zameen par (Dil he dil mein) Charukeshi *
   9. *Chale chalo (Lagaan) Chala Nattai *
   10. *chandralekha (thiruda thiruda) Nada bhairavi *
   11. *Chhodo mori bainyan (Zubeidaa) Patdeep *
   12. *China china aasai (Roja) sankarAbharaNam, harikAmbhodhi. *
   13. *Columbus (Jeans) Madhyamaavathi *
   14. *Deem tadare dani (Takshak) Megh Malhar *
   15. *Dil hai chhotasa (Roja) Bilawal/Gaud sarang *
   16. *Duet Sax piece (Duet) Kalyana Vasantham *
   17. *En kadhale (Duet) Hari kambodhi *
   18. *En Mel Vilunda (May Madam) Kapi *
   19. *En swasakatre (En swasakatre) Kedar *
   20. *En veetu thotathil (Gentleman) Senchuruti *
   21. *Enai kanavilaye neatrodu (Kadhal Desam) Keeravani *
   22. *Enge enadu kavithai (Kandukondein Kandukondein ) Sindu bhairavi *
   23. *Ennavale adi ennavale (Kadhalan) Kedaram *
   24. *Ghanan ghanana (Lagaan) kafi *
   25. *Hey rama (Rangeela) Mayamalawa gowlam *
   26. *Idhu sugam sugam (vandicholi chinnarasu ) Dharmavathi *
   27. *Jhoola bahon ka (Doli Sajake Rakhna) Peelu *
   28. *Jiya jale (Dil Se) Misra Bhairavi *
   29. *Kadhal Rojave (Roja) kaapi...humming bit is in Desh *
   30. *Kandukonden Kandukonden  (Kandukonden Kandukonden) Nalinakanthi and
   Kathanakuthuhalam *
   31. *Kannamoochi (Kandukondein Kandukondein) Natakuranji/Shahana *
   32. *Kannodu kaanbathellam (Jeans) Sudha dhanyasi + Abheri *
   33. *Kanum kanum (Thiruda thiruda) Sivaranjini *
   34. *Kappal Yerri Poyaachi (Indian) Kapi *
   35. *Kariye naa (Taal)Maru Bihag/Hemant *
   36. *Katre en vasal vandhai (Rhythm) Darbari Kanada *
   37. *Kurukku siruthavale (Mudhalvan) Vaasanthi *
   38. *Malargalae (Love Birds) Hameer Kalyani & Saraswathi *
   39. *Margazhi poove (May madham) Hindolam *
   40. *Margazhi Thingal allava (Sangamam)Sindu bhairavi *
   41. *Mettu podu (Duet) Anandabharavi *
   42. *Mitwa (Lagaan) Bhupeshree or Vasanthi *
   43. *Monolisa (Mr.Romeo)Gawathi *
   44. *Nenje nenje (Ratchakan) Khammaj *
   45. *Ni main samajh gayi (Taal) Ahir Bhairav *
   46. *Nilakaigiradhu (Indhira) Misra Kedara(Hamir kalyani) *
   47. *Oru poyyaavathu sol kanne (Jodi) Misra piloo *
   48. *Ottagatha Kattikko (Gentleman) Dharmavathi *
   49. *Paarkaathe Paarkaathe (Gentleman) Mohanam *
   50. *Pachai kilighal (Indian) Kapi *
   51. *Piya haji ali (Fiza) Maand *
   52. *Porkalam (Thenali) Kedar *
   53. *Radha kaise na jale (Lagaan) Bimpalas *
   54. *Rang de (Takshak) Charukeshi/Nat Bhairav *
   55. *Ruth aa gayi re (1942- Earth) Puriya Dhanashree *
   56. *Snehidhane (Alaipayuthe) Saramathy & Sivaranjani & Mohanam *
   57. *Suttum vizhi (Kandukondein Kandukondein) Saranga and Hamsanandhi *
   58. *Swasame (Thenali) Misra Shyam Kalyan *
   59. *Taal se taal mila (Taal) Raga Bhairavi *
   60. *Thaneerai kathalikum (Mr.Romeo) Sivaranjini *
   61. *Thaniye Thananthaniye (Rhythm) Anandhabahravi *
   62. *Theendai  (Enswasa katre) Sriragam *
   63. *Theenthanana...(Rhythm) Anandabharavi *
   64. *Thenmerku (Karuthamma) Kanada *
   65. *Thirakkaatha (Enswasa katre) Neelambari+Kedar *
   66. *Varaga Nadhi Karai (Sangamam) Yaman Kalyani *
   67. *Velli malare (Jodi) Megh Malhar (Kafi) *
   68. *Ye Muthu paapa (Vandicholai chinnarrasu) Madhyamaavathi *
   69. *Yennasolla pogirai (Kandukondein Kandukondein) Misra Kirwani*

[arr] Rahman, Resul to release autobiography soon

[Bivin Chandra]

While Resul's will release on May 13, Rahman is yet to finish writing his

 You can soon read A R Rahman's life story in his own words. His autobiography 
is almost ready and will be released once his world tour ends and he gives the 
final touches to his book. Meanwhile, Rahman's fellow Oscar winner Resul 
Pookutty's life is already an open book and the Malayalam version of his 
autobiography will release this Thursday in Mumbai. It is titled 
Sabdatharapadham (the sound of the Milky Way). It will be launched by Governor 
of Maharashtra K Sankaranarayan. Resul hopes that the English version, which 
will be released later, will be launched by his favourite icon Amitabh 
Bachchan.Rahman's autobiographies will be released in Tamil and English.


http://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/2010/may/100510-rahman-resul-autobiography.htm



  

[arr] Rahman gives Indian music tech spin

[Bivin Chandra]

Rahman gives Indian music tech spin20 North American and European dates setBy 
Gary Graff, BillboardMay 5, 2010, 06:00 AM ETA. R. Rahman. (Getty)DETROIT -- 
Iconic Indian film score composer A.R. Rahman said he's looking forward to 
bringing East and West together with his upcoming "The A.R. Rahamn Jai Ho 
Concert: The Journey Home World Tour."



"We wanted to get the best of both worlds -- the finest team from America and 
the soul of the music and the traditions of India and all that stuff," Rahman 
said about the tour, which begins June 11 at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island and 
will play at least 20 shows in North America and Europe. Staged by American 
creative director Amy Tinkham (Madonna, Mariah Carey, Britney Spears, Paul 
McCartney), the two-and-a-half hour show will feature a cast of musicians, 
dancers and acrobats, plus changing sets and an extensive video production.



"What is added is a new dimension which nobody has ever seen, the Asian 
audience has never seen," added Rahman, who won a pair of both Academy and 
Grammy awards for his 2008 "Slumdog Millionaire" soundtrack. "Normally what 
happens is we go and sing and there's some dancers and some kind of visual 
effects. But this one is so integrated, and every (musical) bar and every 
second is integrated with technology and stuff which moves around and it's done 
with so much passion.



Rahman himself will be playing keyboards and singing during the show, as well 
as speaking to the audience to explain the meanings and creation of the songs. 
"We're looking at a universal appeal to this," he explained. "There's some 
songs in English, of course, but even for those that aren't you can still come 
and enjoy the musicality and the whole culture and colorfulness and the 
vibrancy of Indian stuff. That's all going to be there.

"

Though the show is keeping him busy, Rahman is still busy working on new 
music. He's just finishing up his 10th soundtrack for his original employer and 
mentor, Rajat Kamal, and Rahman has also started work on a non-film album of 
original songs that will target the North American markets he conquered with 
"Slumdog Millionaire" and the single "Jai Ho." "It's a work in progress." 

Rahman reported, "I've had three or four sessions already. The music is 
probably an extension of what 'Jai Ho' did but going more friendly in terms of 
English audiences. It's retaining the same kind of magic, hopefully."

Rahman 
says he's also been approached about collaborations by "most" of the artists he 
joined for the "We Are the World: 25 for Haiti" single earlier this year, but 
"I'm taking it easy. I want to finish my album first."



  

Re: [arr] Rahman talks about Raavan : BollywoodHungama

[KJ]

Rajib

Recording 10 songs would definitely be a conscious attempt
initially..unfortunately it dint happen.Anyways Aaromale is a personal
inclusion of AR too.

On Wed, May 5, 2010 at 7:25 PM, A.R.Rajib  wrote:

>
>
> So Therez 10 songs in the album .. ( Till Now )
>
> 1. Beera
> 2. Behne De
> 3.Thok De Killi
> 4.Ranjha Ranjha
> 5.Ranjha Ranjha Version 2
> 6.Khili re
> 7.Kata Kata
> 8.Ja re Ud Ja re
>
> + 2 Unreleased ( Asha + Sonu )
>
> That makes 10 Songs in total :-P
>
> *10 songs , One man , Rahman*
>
> Anyway , After "jai ho" ARR have added one song in the film
> again totally by himself  !!
>
>
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman-Gulzar – Jodi No 1

[A.R.Rajib]

 *Rahman-Gulzar – Jodi No 1*
 - Arpi Shah
  [image: Rahman-Gulzar – Jodi No 1]
 Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan in `Raavan`
Bollywood’s departmental working style necessitates the formation of
partnerships. Unlike songwriting in the west, where lyrics, music and
singing, is provided by the same person, Bollywood employs lyricists,
musicians and singers.

Since the arts adheres to ‘too many cooks spoil the broth’ rather than ‘many
hands make light work’, this can prohibit the creation of a focused work –
unless you find people who can work in unison, of course. This applies to
the jodi of A R Rahman and Gulzar, who, though three decades apart in age,
are able to channel all their powers in the same direction.

The last time music director A R Rahman and lyricist Gulzar came together,
they won an Oscar and a Grammy for the global sensation ‘Jai Ho’ (*Slumdog
Millionaire*). The magical duo, which is yet to see failure, is back with
yet another winner, Mani Ratnam’s* Raavan*. You may argue that Mani Ratnam
has also been influential in bringing the best out of Rahman, but that’s
another feature.

For now, *Raavan*’s music is ferociously climbing up the charts, within days
of its release. Take the pounding ‘Thok De Khilli’, brilliantly sung by
Sukhwinder Singh, as an example. While Rahman pumps some intense drama into
the equation, Gulzar provides reflective lines such as ‘Kisme Dum Hai Ki
Suraj Bhujaiye?'

Rahman and Gulzar came together for the first time in 1998 for Ratnam’s *Dil
Se*. The duo struck gold in their first outing as Rahman won Filmfare’s Best
Music Director Award and the song ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ was ranked 9th in BBC
World Service top 10 songs of all time.
Perhaps ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’s beats propel it in lists, but other tracks like
‘Ae Ajnabi’, ‘Satrangi Re’ and ‘Dil Se’ highlight Rahman’s penchant for
innovation and Gulzar’s ability to play with words. ‘Dil Se’ is a classic
example of the duo’s genius. As Gulzar sets up a deeply contemplative verse,
Rahman plunders the most pensive beats on his palette to create a truly
great composition. There are very few albums with music that reaches out to
a wide variety of cultures, traditions and people. Dil Se, which still
strongly sticks to Indian music, is one such album.

The reason for their success – and evidence of their genius – is their
ability for innovation. Gulzar says, “Our association started with *Dil Se*.
His (Rahman’s) music has always touched my heart, but even after all these
years he manages to surprise me. Many a times when we are composing, we get
into discussions and he comes up with something completely different, a
unique song independent of genres, and that is what keeps him right there,
at the top. I have emphasised often that Rahman has broken the fixed format
of mukdha-antara-mukhda. A song with him runs like a poem and I feel like I
am writing poetry with him, always.”

Rahman’s overpowering rhythm and Gulzar’s excellent poetry was on full
display again in 2002 when they put their heads together for Yash Raj
Films’ *Saathiya*. The album has one of the most commendable compositions by
Rahman, enriched further by Gulzar’s meaningful lyrics.

The title track is something which one can attribute to Rahman on first
hearing. It is a melodious number with the rich flute solos and guitar
accompaniment in the backdrop. From western genre to a romantic number to
Punjabi folk, the album showcases the musical and poetic genius of the
Rahman-Gulzar duo.

*Guru* marked the third pairing of the two in Bollywood, and was one of
those most anticipated soundtracks of the year 2006. Beautiful words, lively
beats and powerful vocals make the album a complete treat for your ears that
you just can’t afford to miss.

‘Tere Bina’, the captivating number sung by Rahman, had a desi feel to it
and is a mix of Indian classical and Sufi. Unlike numerous Rahman numbers
that take their own time to catch up with a listener, this one gets you
hooked on right away. The other tracks like ‘Ek Lo Ek Muft’ and ‘Baazi Laga’
are both interesting and unconventional. ‘Mayaa Mayya’ has a strong
Middle-East flavour to it and is brilliantly fused with Gujarati folk music.

Great partnerships are rarely found, not just in Bollywood, but in any
creative field. Now that we have found one, let’s just hope they’ve got
enough to keep us satisfied. But will we ever be?

http://www.planetradiocity.com/musicreporter/celebrity-features-story.php?featureid=19&title=Rahman-Gulzar%20–%20Jodi%20No%201
 --
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

Re: [arr] Rahman talks about Raavan : BollywoodHungama

[A.R.Rajib]

So Therez 10 songs in the album .. ( Till Now )

1. Beera
2. Behne De
3.Thok De Killi
4.Ranjha Ranjha
5.Ranjha Ranjha Version 2
6.Khili re
7.Kata Kata
8.Ja re Ud Ja re

+ 2 Unreleased ( Asha + Sonu )

That makes 10 Songs in total :-P

*10 songs , One man , Rahman*

Anyway , After "jai ho" ARR have added one song in the film again totally by
himself  !!

On Wed, May 5, 2010 at 3:29 PM, Jahanzeb  wrote:

> There is a different version of Ranjah Ranjha in the film sung by Richa
> Sharma and Ila Irun. :(
>
> The song Ja re ud jaa re may be later added to the album, however it would
> feature in the film. :)
>
> ARR is scoring for the Rockstar. Yuho!
>
> -
>
> He is a man of few words yet his music does all the talking. Directors from
> Bollywood as well as Hollywood wish to have him compose music for their
> films yet his super-busy schedule allows him to green-light only a handful
> of projects. Over the last couple of years, he has bagged every possible
> award from the Padma Bhushan to the BAFTA's and the Grammy to the Oscars yet
> he remains as humble as ever. Last week he once again gave his millions of
> fans a reason to cheer in the form of the spectacular musical score of
> Raavan. He is none other than Allah Rakha Rahman- the man who eats, breathes
> and (whenever he) sleeps music. Bollywood Hungama's Nikhil Ramsubramaniam
> caught up with the Musical Maestro for an exclusive interview to talk about
> the experience of composing music for Raavan, his special bonding with Mani
> Ratnam, his much talked about world tour and much more. Read on...
>
> 18 years after debuting with Mani Ratnam's Roja, you are back once again
> with Mani for Raavan. How has the journey been?
> It's all been very good and exciting. The thing with Mani is that he
> receives every idea with great respect. It's not just the usual "Give me 5
> tunes for my film" We try to explore various avenues while composing the
> music in the interest of the film.
>
> In spite of your super-busy schedule you always manage to take out time for
> a Mani Ratnam project. You have composed music for all his films. What is it
> about Mani that makes it difficult for you to say 'No' to him?
> After a point I think you understand exactly what a person needs and what
> is it that he actually wants. It's pretty much the case between Mani and I.
> However having said that, getting such vibes and sharing such a comfort
> level with someone is easier said than done. By the grace of God we've
> pulled it so far and continue to do so in the future (smiles).
>
> The one word synonymous with your music is Experimentation. So what kind of
> experimentation have you tried in Raavan?
> I don't think in terms of experimentation in each project that I do. I just
> go with a theme that will make the project sound exciting. In case of
> Raavan, we have used a lot of African vocals and sounds in some of the songs
> keeping with the mood and theme of the film.
>
> The music of Raavan released last amidst much fanfare. There are 6 tracks
> in the album. Could you take us through each of the tracks in your own words
> and explain the essence of songs...
>
> 'Beera Beera'
>
> 'Beera' is a song that describes the lead character played by Abhishek
> Bachchan. When we set out to compose this song, we didn't want to make the
> song or the character seem dark. We wanted 'Beera' to be liked by everyone.
> He is someone who has a point of view, it may be wrong according to some
> sections of the society but when you see the film you will realize his
> justification for the same. The song is like a celebration of his character.
>
> 'Behne De'
>
> Karthik sang this song as a scratch. At that point in time, we didn't know
> if we were going to retain it but everyone seemed to like the version and we
> did retain it. We also added some background vocals by Mohammed Irfan to
> give a different edge to the song. It's not your usual typical song.
>
> 'Ranjha Ranjha'
>
> 'Ranjha Ranjha' is an idea that I had done earlier but gave it a skip. It's
> poetry of Baba Bulleshah. Though the song that you hear in the album (sung
> by Rekha Bhardwaj, Javed Ali and Anuradha Sriram) doesn't feature in the
> movie, we have created another version of the song that is sung by Ila Arun
> and Richa Sharma which would be featured in the film. This version has been
> shot beautifully and works better for the film.
>
> 'Thok De Khilli'
>
> 'Thok De Khilli' of course has Sukhwinder at his energetic best. He is
> simply a powerhouse of energy and talent. However, in this song he didn't
> get a chance to improvise a lot as he had to fit his vocals to match the
> form of the song. In spite of that he has done a fabulous job
>
> 'Kata Kata'
>
> 'Kata Kata' is a very typical Mani Ratnam style song. In every film of his
> you have this folk celebration kind of song like you had 'Chalka Chalka Re'
> in Saathiya or for that matter 'Rukmani Rukmani' in Roja. However, this time
> we have given it a different fe

[arr] Rahman talks about Raavan : BollywoodHungama

[Jahanzeb]

There is a different version of Ranjah Ranjha in the film sung by Richa Sharma 
and Ila Irun. :(

The song Ja re ud jaa re may be later added to the album, however it would 
feature in the film. :)

ARR is scoring for the Rockstar. Yuho!

-

He is a man of few words yet his music does all the talking. Directors from 
Bollywood as well as Hollywood wish to have him compose music for their films 
yet his super-busy schedule allows him to green-light only a handful of 
projects. Over the last couple of years, he has bagged every possible award 
from the Padma Bhushan to the BAFTA's and the Grammy to the Oscars yet he 
remains as humble as ever. Last week he once again gave his millions of fans a 
reason to cheer in the form of the spectacular musical score of Raavan. He is 
none other than Allah Rakha Rahman- the man who eats, breathes and (whenever 
he) sleeps music. Bollywood Hungama's Nikhil Ramsubramaniam caught up with the 
Musical Maestro for an exclusive interview to talk about the experience of 
composing music for Raavan, his special bonding with Mani Ratnam, his much 
talked about world tour and much more. Read on...

18 years after debuting with Mani Ratnam's Roja, you are back once again with 
Mani for Raavan. How has the journey been? 
It's all been very good and exciting. The thing with Mani is that he receives 
every idea with great respect. It's not just the usual "Give me 5 tunes for my 
film" We try to explore various avenues while composing the music in the 
interest of the film. 

In spite of your super-busy schedule you always manage to take out time for a 
Mani Ratnam project. You have composed music for all his films. What is it 
about Mani that makes it difficult for you to say 'No' to him? 
After a point I think you understand exactly what a person needs and what is it 
that he actually wants. It's pretty much the case between Mani and I. However 
having said that, getting such vibes and sharing such a comfort level with 
someone is easier said than done. By the grace of God we've pulled it so far 
and continue to do so in the future (smiles). 

The one word synonymous with your music is Experimentation. So what kind of 
experimentation have you tried in Raavan?
I don't think in terms of experimentation in each project that I do. I just go 
with a theme that will make the project sound exciting. In case of Raavan, we 
have used a lot of African vocals and sounds in some of the songs keeping with 
the mood and theme of the film. 

The music of Raavan released last amidst much fanfare. There are 6 tracks in 
the album. Could you take us through each of the tracks in your own words and 
explain the essence of songs...

'Beera Beera'

'Beera' is a song that describes the lead character played by Abhishek 
Bachchan. When we set out to compose this song, we didn't want to make the song 
or the character seem dark. We wanted 'Beera' to be liked by everyone. He is 
someone who has a point of view, it may be wrong according to some sections of 
the society but when you see the film you will realize his justification for 
the same. The song is like a celebration of his character. 

'Behne De'

Karthik sang this song as a scratch. At that point in time, we didn't know if 
we were going to retain it but everyone seemed to like the version and we did 
retain it. We also added some background vocals by Mohammed Irfan to give a 
different edge to the song. It's not your usual typical song. 

'Ranjha Ranjha'

'Ranjha Ranjha' is an idea that I had done earlier but gave it a skip. It's 
poetry of Baba Bulleshah. Though the song that you hear in the album (sung by 
Rekha Bhardwaj, Javed Ali and Anuradha Sriram) doesn't feature in the movie, we 
have created another version of the song that is sung by Ila Arun and Richa 
Sharma which would be featured in the film. This version has been shot 
beautifully and works better for the film. 

'Thok De Khilli'

'Thok De Khilli' of course has Sukhwinder at his energetic best. He is simply a 
powerhouse of energy and talent. However, in this song he didn't get a chance 
to improvise a lot as he had to fit his vocals to match the form of the song. 
In spite of that he has done a fabulous job

'Kata Kata'

'Kata Kata' is a very typical Mani Ratnam style song. In every film of his you 
have this folk celebration kind of song like you had 'Chalka Chalka Re' in 
Saathiya or for that matter 'Rukmani Rukmani' in Roja. However, this time we 
have given it a different feel and it was really an enjoyable process composing 
this track

'Khilli Re'

'Khilli Re' has been sung by Reena Bhardwaj who earlier sang 'Yeh Rishta' from 
Meenaxi. She has got a beautiful voice which suited the song perfectly. She is 
a very talented singer who certainly deserves more opportunities in the future. 

During the music launch you also surprised everyone by composing and singing a 
new additional song 'Jaa Re Udd Jaa Re'. Is that song going to be added later 
in the album or featured in t

Re: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs

[KJ]

I agree, AR is never to blame for such conditions, there many other factors
which determines a soundtrack compilation. But he has definitely a loud say
for his songs.

On Wed, May 5, 2010 at 2:44 AM, pratap  wrote:

>
>
> It's just about having demand alone. A lot of other stuffs are to be taken
> into consideration if those songs are to be released. Especially copyrights
> and stuff...
>
> http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/
>
>
>
> Please do not add me in YM. I only use this account for the group...
>
>
> --- On *Tue, 5/4/10, Prasad Varma * wrote:
>
>
> From: Prasad Varma 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Tuesday, May 4, 2010, 10:59 AM
>
>
>
>
> I think this is a great idea too. It is extremely frustrating that a
> finished product which is just a few mouse clicks way to be put on a CD goes
> into oblivion for unjustified reasons. I can understand the songs getting
> edited out in the movie to help the narrative but not their omission on the
> audio CD.
>
> And this is not just limited to Raavan. There have been several instances
> in the past too.
>
> Look at the whole Connections episode where a bunch of masterpieces like
> Man Chandre Nu and Mosquito can not be heard legally unless you buy a cell
> phone that has by now become defunct. The soundtrack of Provoked went
> unreleased too.
>
> I understand that it is not AR's sole responsibility to ensure that all his
> music reaches our ears and there are several copyright issues that need to
> be sorted but if any one person can make it happen it is AR.
>
> In this age where music can be distributed digitally with minimum costs and
> with an official web store already in place, a legal digital download
> process is good start for his unreleased tracks and background scores.
>
> I sincerely hope that this thread generates enough buzz to garner a
> critical mass that is required for folks that matter to take notice.
>
> --
> *From:* AJ 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
> *Sent:* Tue, May 4, 2010 6:56:29 AM
> *Subject:* [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs
>
>
>
> Many times, AR's songs that are composed for a film are not put into the
> final CD for various reasons. For us music lovers and AR fans, I recommend
> that AR and his team put together a compilation CD of his unreleased songs
> under the KM Musiq Label and all proceeds for this CD should go to a charity
> of ARR's choice. Remember the Qawali from Jodha Akbar? Remember that song
> from Dil Se everyone keeps mentioning? Now potentially 3 songs from Raavan,
> and probably many more songs from previous albums.
>
> Come on fans! Something like this should happen!!! I pray for this to
> happen, and it would be for a good cause too!!!
>
> By the way, this idea is not mine alonea good friend of mine, who is
> also a group member, helped with this idea.
>
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs

[pratap]

It's just about having demand alone. A lot of other stuffs are to be taken into 
consideration if those songs are to be released. Especially copyrights and 
stuff...

http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/ Please do not add me in YM. I only use 
this account for the group...


--- On Tue, 5/4/10, Prasad Varma  wrote:

From: Prasad Varma 
Subject: Re: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, May 4, 2010, 10:59 AM







 



  



  
  
  I think this is a great idea too. It is extremely frustrating that a 
finished product which is just a few mouse clicks way to be put on a CD goes 
into oblivion for unjustified reasons. I can understand the songs getting 
edited out in the movie to help the narrative but not their omission on the 
audio CD.

And this is not just limited to Raavan. There have been several instances in 
the past too. 

Look at the whole Connections episode where a bunch of masterpieces like Man 
Chandre Nu and Mosquito can not be heard legally unless you buy a cell phone 
that has by now become defunct. The soundtrack of Provoked went unreleased too. 

I understand that it is not AR's sole responsibility to ensure that all his 
music reaches our ears and there are several copyright issues that need to be 
sorted
 but if any one person can make it happen it is AR.

In this age where music can be distributed digitally with minimum costs and 
with an official web store already in place, a legal digital download process 
is good start for his unreleased tracks and background scores.

I sincerely hope that this thread generates enough buzz to garner a critical 
mass that is required for folks that matter to take notice.
From: AJ 
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Tue, May 4, 2010 6:56:29 AM
Subject: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs








 




  
  
  Many times, AR's songs that are composed for a film are not put into the 
final CD for various reasons.  For us music lovers and AR fans, I recommend 
that AR and his team put together a compilation CD of his unreleased songs 
under the KM Musiq Label and all proceeds for this CD should go to a charity of 
ARR's choice.  Remember the Qawali from Jodha Akbar?  Remember that song from 
Dil Se everyone keeps mentioning?  Now potentially 3 songs from Raavan, and 
probably many more songs from previous albums.



Come on fans!  Something like this should happen!!!  I pray for this to happen, 
and it would be for a good cause too!!! 



By the way, this idea is not mine alonea good friend of mine, who is also a 
group member, helped with this idea. 






 








  


 





 



  






  

[arr] Rahman does it again......AWFUL TO AWESOME

[sreekar8191986]

first time i heard it ...it felt its serious crap...
and 
all of sudden... am very seriously in love with behne de...
thats rahman. even after going through this hell to heaven kind of experiences 
so many times. i still cant digest some of his songs in first listen.
i tell myself " cool man cool. more listens and ull like it " and at the same 
time i feel " no man..not this time.this time its too bad. hes lost it " 

BUT ...very strangely i get addicted to same songs that i hate on first few 
hearings. 

there is some mystery in his music.

Re: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs

[Prasad Varma]

I think this is a great idea too. It is extremely frustrating that a finished 
product which is just a few mouse clicks way to be put on a CD goes into 
oblivion for unjustified reasons. I can understand the songs getting edited out 
in the movie to help the narrative but not their omission on the audio CD.

And this is not just limited to Raavan. There have been several instances in 
the past too. 

Look at the whole Connections episode where a bunch of masterpieces like Man 
Chandre Nu and Mosquito can not be heard legally unless you buy a cell phone 
that has by now become defunct. The soundtrack of Provoked went unreleased too. 

I understand that it is not AR's sole responsibility to ensure that all his 
music reaches our ears and there are several copyright issues that need to be 
sorted but if any one person can make it happen it is AR.

In this age where music can be distributed digitally with minimum costs and 
with an official web store already in place, a legal digital download process 
is good start for his unreleased tracks and background scores.

I sincerely hope that this thread generates enough buzz to garner a critical 
mass that is required for folks that matter to take notice.




From: AJ 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tue, May 4, 2010 6:56:29 AM
Subject: [arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs

  
Many times, AR's songs that are composed for a film are not put into the final 
CD for various reasons.  For us music lovers and AR fans, I recommend that AR 
and his team put together a compilation CD of his unreleased songs under the KM 
Musiq Label and all proceeds for this CD should go to a charity of ARR's 
choice.  Remember the Qawali from Jodha Akbar?  Remember that song from Dil Se 
everyone keeps mentioning?  Now potentially 3 songs from Raavan, and probably 
many more songs from previous albums.

Come on fans!  Something like this should happen!!!  I pray for this to happen, 
and it would be for a good cause too!!! 

By the way, this idea is not mine alonea good friend of mine, who is also a 
group member, helped with this idea. 


 


  

[arr] Rahman should release his unreleased songs

[AJ]

Many times, AR's songs that are composed for a film are not put into the final 
CD for various reasons.  For us music lovers and AR fans, I recommend that AR 
and his team put together a compilation CD of his unreleased songs under the KM 
Musiq Label and all proceeds for this CD should go to a charity of ARR's 
choice.  Remember the Qawali from Jodha Akbar?  Remember that song from Dil Se 
everyone keeps mentioning?  Now potentially 3 songs from Raavan, and probably 
many more songs from previous albums.

Come on fans!  Something like this should happen!!!  I pray for this to happen, 
and it would be for a good cause too!!! 

By the way, this idea is not mine alonea good friend of mine, who is also a 
group member, helped with this idea. 

Re: [arr] Rahman scores Raavan in a month

[prakash krishnan]

Maybe that was when khili re was shortened..in the cd booklet, khili re lyrcs 
hs one mre stanza left, but the sng ends early

On Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:56 IST A.R.Rajib wrote:

> *Rahman scores Raavan in a month*
>Buzz u*
>
>For those who have worked with A R
>Rahman,
>this news is no surprise. The musical genius, who has fans the world over,
>is known to work and re-work and still re-work a lot of his work for movies
>till he is satisfied. *
> And his satisfaction, well, it can come even just a day before your album
>is all set to be unveiled. And that’s how things worked for Mani Ratnam’s *
>Raavan
>*as well.
>
>“As always, this album all came together only last month. But it was a lot
>of fun working with Gulzar and Mani,” says Rahman with a mischievous smile.
>
>A source from the film tells us more. “Mani was quite clear that he wanted
>Rahman to work on the soundtrack of his epic film – both the Hindi and Tamil
>version. But AR’s manic schedule meant things weren’t signed and sealed till
>the last minute. In fact, he did record some tracks and send them to Mani to
>listen to. Everyone loved what they heard,” says the source. “But last
>month, Rahman called Mani and said he had re-worked tracks and was sending a
>new lot of scratch material for him to hear. It was these new tracks that
>have become the final album,” adds the source.
>
>This is not the first time that Rahman has called back his scores and
>re-worked them. Whether it’s been Hollywood films like *The Couples
>Retreat* or,
>even closer home, Subhash Ghai’s
>*Yuvvraaj
>,* Rahman has often called back his work and redone them till he himself is
>completely satisfied.
>
>It’s no wonder then, with such dedication and passion for his work, that
>Rahman is dubbed as the Mozart from Madras!
>
>http://www.starboxoffice.com/newsDetails.aspx?xfile=2010/April/News_20100428_120
>-- 
>- Regards
>
>~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] Rahman scores Raavan in a month

[A.R.Rajib]

 *Rahman scores Raavan in a month*
Buzz u*

For those who have worked with A R
Rahman,
this news is no surprise. The musical genius, who has fans the world over,
is known to work and re-work and still re-work a lot of his work for movies
till he is satisfied. *
 And his satisfaction, well, it can come even just a day before your album
is all set to be unveiled. And that’s how things worked for Mani Ratnam’s *
Raavan
*as well.

“As always, this album all came together only last month. But it was a lot
of fun working with Gulzar and Mani,” says Rahman with a mischievous smile.

A source from the film tells us more. “Mani was quite clear that he wanted
Rahman to work on the soundtrack of his epic film – both the Hindi and Tamil
version. But AR’s manic schedule meant things weren’t signed and sealed till
the last minute. In fact, he did record some tracks and send them to Mani to
listen to. Everyone loved what they heard,” says the source. “But last
month, Rahman called Mani and said he had re-worked tracks and was sending a
new lot of scratch material for him to hear. It was these new tracks that
have become the final album,” adds the source.

This is not the first time that Rahman has called back his scores and
re-worked them. Whether it’s been Hollywood films like *The Couples
Retreat* or,
even closer home, Subhash Ghai’s
*Yuvvraaj
,* Rahman has often called back his work and redone them till he himself is
completely satisfied.

It’s no wonder then, with such dedication and passion for his work, that
Rahman is dubbed as the Mozart from Madras!

http://www.starboxoffice.com/newsDetails.aspx?xfile=2010/April/News_20100428_120
-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] Rahman gets a big deal for Games song

[Siddiq Rahman]

Rahman gets a big deal for Games song


For all those who had forgotten Ripley's Believe It Or Not, here's how money is 
being spent for the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
A.R. Rahman, revered for his soul-stirring music and recently
bestowed the Padma Vibhushan by the government, will be paid close to
Rs 5.5 crore by the Games' Organising Committee (OC) for composing the
opening ceremony theme song.
Sources confirmed that Rahman would also be associated with
'promotional events' relating to the October 3-14 sporting extravaganza
to be held in the Capital.
Hectic parleys have been going on between Rahman's agents and OC
officials for quite some time now. Sources said the initial demand from
the music guru was close to Rs 15 crore.
Considering that all this money is basically what the common man
pays as income tax, it was decided that about Rs 5 crore was an
agreeable figure.
Not just this, the income tax payable on the sum will be picked up
by the OC. The committee will also foot Rahman's "hotel and travel to
New Delhi" bills.
All this was recently cleared by the OC's executive committee which met in New 
Delhi.
Mail Today has also learnt that Bharat Bala, a man
associated with the opening and closing ceremonies as creative
director, is getting Rs 25 lakh per month as salary. His taxes are
taken care of and Bala also gets paid "out-of-pocket allowance". At a
time when the cost of hosting the Games has touched the sky, a sum of
Rs 200 crore has been budgeted just for the opening and closing
ceremonies.
Despite demands that every rupee spent should be accounted for,
insiders say people are spending money on events not directly related
to the Games.
"How come there is no patriotism involved now? It's baffling how the
OC is going to pay Rs 5 crore to Rahman," a committee insider said.
Another supported hiring the services of Rahman.
"He is such a well-known figure and has won all kinds of
international awards. What is wrong if he is being paid for it," the
insider said.
But the point is that when athletes in India are struggling to get
money and facilities to hire the best coaches in the business, funds
being wasted on the cultural extravaganza are hard to justify.
According to the budget provided by the government for the Games,
ministries and departments get Rs 8,343 crore and the Delhi government
Rs 2,800 crore.
There are other expenditures which seem high. For the conduct of the
Games, the OC gets Rs 1,620 crore. For the "Overlays", it gets Rs 687
crore.
Another item which catches the eye on the official website is the
expenditure of Rs 87.25 crore on timing scoring result (TSR) and Games
time sports equipment.
With the OC now coming under RTI purvey, questions are bound to be asked on how 
the taxpayers' money is going to be spent.



http://indiatoday.intoday.in/site/Story/94932/India/Rahman+gets+a+big+deal+for+Games+song.html


  

[arr] Rahman Rahpsody!!!

[Elanchezhian]

http://www.hindu.com/mp/2010/04/28/stories/2010042850220100.htm

Rahman rhapsody

The score of the much-awaited "Raavan" is proof that A.R. Rahman saves his best 
for old friend Mani Ratnam

 
HIGH ON SONGS"Raavan"
Here's a Dare. Try keeping yourself away from not tuning in to this album. The 
songs will find you no matter where you go for the next three months — as 
ringtones, caller tunes, friend's car stereos, before it finally takes over 
your iTunes playlist.

"Raavan" is further proof that A.R. Rahman always saves some of his best stuff 
for old friend Mani Ratnam. That appetising teaser playing on TV with chants of 
Beera is guaranteed to make even the cynics take that dive straight into the 
album.

The magic of sounds

"Raavan" begins with a paean to Beera (Vijay Prakash, Mustafa Kutuane and 
Keerthi Sagathia) with an African tribal vibe, a little "Lion King"-ish, thanks 
to its jungle rhythms and the percussion pepping up the ode to the riotous 
Raavan.

The song establishes the character of the protagonist, and we see him as a 
grown-up Mowgli, bursting with energy, cruising through the jungle, and gearing 
up for a ride into the wild, warned not to mess with Beera — because he's all 
about Abhimaan (pride or ego as we've heard from the myth).

Gulzar has a lot more to do in the melancholic second track `Behene De' that 
begins with a pall of gloom (faint drum beats and ambient sounds) — sort of an 
aftermath song.



Despite the hurting, we see that Raavan hasn't lost his sense of pride. 
Beautiful similes of fire and water punctuate this mood song that packs in the 
pain and angst of Raavan. Soulfully rendered by Karthik (and additional vocals 
by Mohammed Irfan).

The energetic `Thok De Khilli' (Sukhwinder Singh, Am'nico) comes up next as an 
anthem for revolution. The situation seems to be inter-cut with a wedding 
sequence as the shehnai smoothly blends into the revolt song, and we can be 
assured of some intense drama in the choreography, what with lyrics such as 
`Kisme Dum Hai Ki Suraj Bhujaiye?' (Who has the guts to extinguish the sun?) 
and a crescendo. Rahman sets it up for a volatile encounter. The song suggests 
that Mani Ratnam's "Raavan" is tired of decades of the differences between the 
haves and the have-nots.

`Ranjha Ranjha' (Rekha Bharadwaj, Javed Ali and additional vocals by Anuradha 
Sriram) seems to be the outlet for Raavan's angst of his unrequited love, and 
Rahman packs in some more soul. Again, a great opportunity for Gulzar to delve 
into the pangs of love and longing.

Love ballad

We suspect this happens after the abduction when Raavan finds himself crazy in 
love with his captive. This could also be the only opportunity for the item 
number, with Rahman infusing slow dance beats into this pathos-filled love 
ballad — maybe a couple of street performers echoing his sentiments.

There's a certain vulnerability about Rekha Bhardwaj's voice that helps Rahman 
churn out the album's only slow song — a beautiful melody, done Hindustani 
style, with Naveen's flute and tabla giving ample scope for Aishwarya to 
showcase her dancing skills. This song is bound to sound way better at the end 
of a long day, a soothing song about a girl's love for her piya (husband). 
Probably, the only song Ram gets in "Raavan"'s album?

There are going to be numerous comparisons between `Kata Kata' (Ila Arun, Sapna 
Awasthi, Kunal Ganjawalla) and `Rukmani Rukmani', both being wedding songs 
involving a group of singers, but if `Rukmani…' was a mischievous set-up for 
the nuptial night, this one's sung like a warning (`Kata Kata Bechara Bakra'), 
but with equal amount of revelry and fanfare. `One more bites the dust' is the 
sentiment, but the shehnai and the dhol, coupled with Kerala-flavoured 
percussion building up to a riotous climax, may make it a favourite at weddings.

There's no escaping "Raavan". Or Rahman. They will get you.

SUDHISH KAMATH

Re: [arr] Rahman as i feel through his movies.....

[basith . 67]

Amazing onegood job.. 
Basith-Sent from BlackBerry® on Airtel

-Original Message-
From: Ramkumar 
Date: Tue, 27 Apr 2010 05:43:23 
To: 
Subject: [arr] Rahman as i feel through his movies.

Rahman .. 
My GURU whom i have never met so far, but admire DIL SE.., The INDIAN who 
shines on the EARTH like a bright STAR.
My heart beats in the RHYTHM of his music. I remember the days when I spent my 
beautiful nights in BOMBAY listening to him. It was truly soulful. His music is 
like cold WATER in the hot DELHI (6) weather. Listening to his music makes me 
forget even the worst of Monday BLUEs.Many at times the music has showed me a 
NEW WAY OF LIFE. The music coming out of his  mind is as wonderful as the 
TAJMAHAL. By all means He is the NAYAK for me! A Real Hero! A perfect GENTLEMAN 
!
 
Jai Ho ! Sir !

 
Regards,
Ram


  

Re: [arr] Rahman as i feel through his movies.....

[ali ahad]

You forget .. He's kind a GODFATHER to all music lovers, for SLUMDOGs and 
MILLIONAIREs alike... 





From: Ramkumar 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tue, April 27, 2010 5:43:23 PM
Subject: [arr] Rahman as i feel through his movies.

  
Rahman .. 
My GURU whom i have never met so far, but admire DIL SE.., The INDIAN who 
shines on the EARTH like a bright STAR.
My heart beats in the RHYTHM of his music. I remember the days when I spent my 
beautiful nights in BOMBAY listening to him. It was truly soulful. His music is 
like cold WATER in the hot DELHI (6) weather. Listening to his music makes me 
forget even the worst of Monday BLUEs.Many at times the music has showed me a 
NEW WAY OF LIFE. The music coming out of his  mind is as wonderful as the 
TAJMAHAL. By all means He is the NAYAK for me! A Real Hero! A perfect GENTLEMAN 
!
  
Jai Ho ! Sir !

 
Regards,
Ram

 


  

[arr] Rahman as i feel through his movies.....

[Ramkumar]

Rahman .. 
My GURU whom i have never met so far, but admire DIL SE.., The INDIAN who 
shines on the EARTH like a bright STAR.
My heart beats in the RHYTHM of his music. I remember the days when I spent my 
beautiful nights in BOMBAY listening to him. It was truly soulful. His music is 
like cold WATER in the hot DELHI (6) weather. Listening to his music makes me 
forget even the worst of Monday BLUEs.Many at times the music has showed me a 
NEW WAY OF LIFE. The music coming out of his  mind is as wonderful as the 
TAJMAHAL. By all means He is the NAYAK for me! A Real Hero! A perfect GENTLEMAN 
!
 
Jai Ho ! Sir !

 
Regards,
Ram


  

[arr] RAHMAN IN BEERA

[K. Kumar]

I LUV THE START OF BEERA RAHMAN SOUND SO YOUTHFUL, FRESH AND ENERGETIC WHEN 
HE GOES AHEM AHEMM

HARDCORE RAHMANIAC TILL DA VERY END!!!

--- On Thu, 22/4/10, pratap  wrote:

From: pratap 
Subject: [arr] Aaromale - Slower Version [1 Attachment]
To: "ARR FAN CLUB" 
Date: Thursday, 22 April, 2010, 10:30 PM















 
 



  



  
  
[Attachment(s) from pratap included below]

  
  Attached the file. I think it was missed out in the BGMs SPED uploaded..
I think I'll upload my version of the BGMs soon. Hopefully there will be 
downloaders

http://indian- music-bgm. blogspot. com/ Please do not add me in YM. I only use 
this account for the group...



  


 





 



  

Re: [arr] Rahman to perform in this year's IPL Awards?

[shahul hameed]

Yes, I remember reading somewhere as well.. as informed to the writer of
that article by AR himself when he was his co-passenger.. the writer's name
was not revealed..

On Thu, Apr 15, 2010 at 5:32 AM, $ Pavan Kumar $ wrote:

>
>
> From the official site
>
> http://www.iplt20.com/announcements_detail.php?id=1494
>
> 
> IPL Awards to honour this season’s best
> The inaugural IPL Awards to be held on Friday, 23 April 2010
>
> *Media Release For Immediate Publication*
>
> *[image: IPL Awards]
> *
>
> *Glittering IPL Awards to honour this season’s best
> *
>
> *Cricket fans given the opportunity to vote for their favorites*
>
> *Mumbai, April 14, 2010:* Nothing makes India's heart beat collectively
> faster like the IPL and to celebrate this year’s stellar tournament, the
> best players and performances will be honoured at the inaugural IPL Awards
> at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai on Friday 23 April 2010.
>
> The glittering awards ceremony will be the perfect entrée to the conclusion
> of the tournament, with the best from the DLF IPL to be applauded across 22
> categories.
>
> From pure excellence in batting, bowling, fielding, to the most stylish
> player, best stadium and commentator, the awards will become a highlight of
> the IPL. Innovative categories have also been included with the most
> fan-friendly cricketer to be named, and a special award given where each of
> the IPL team captains will vote on which retired Indian cricket legend they
> would have loved to have in their squad.
>
> IPL Chairman and Commissioner, Lalit Modi said, “IPL has evolved into a
> uniting force in world cricket and signaled a new era in sports
> entertainment over the past three seasons. The IPL Awards is the crowning
> jewel and a fitting event to recognise the best of this season’s
> breathtaking tournament.”
>
> IPL continues to set the standard and this event will further confirm our
> standing as one of world sports' true innovators.
>
> Host Karan Johar will be joined by special guest co-host Shah Rukh Khan,
> with the Bollywood superstar set to take the eight IPL captains out of their
> comfort zone in his own unique fashion.
>
> In true IPL style, the evening will be a fusion of cricketing and
> entertainment excellence, with some of India’s biggest names, including AR
> Rahman, Shilpa Shetty, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra and Hrithik, set to
> deliver their trademark energy and style.
>
> The awards have been divided into viewers’ and critics’ choice categories,
> giving experts and armchair experts alike the chance to decide on who will
> walk away with the coveted statuettes.
>
> The critics’ choice awards will be adjudged by the IPL Awards Jury,
> comprising Lalit Modi, cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar, Brian Lara and
> Javagal Srinath, the world’s leading umpire, Simon Taufel, and respected
> cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle.
>
> *Media Notes*
>
> *About IPL Awards*
>
> The IPL Awards will be filmed by COLORS and screened at a time to be
> confirmed
> Fans can vote for their favourites by visiting *IPLT20.com* or*
> IPLAwards.com* 
> The IPL Awards will be produced by Cineyug and DNA Networks
>
> *IPL  Awards Jury*
>
> Lalit Modi (Chairperson)
> Sunil Gavaskar
> Brian Lara
> Javagal Srinath
> Simon Taufel
> Harsha Bhogle
>
> *Awards List*
>
> *IPL Jury Awards*
>
> *Viewers’ Choice Awards*
>
> Best Ground
>
> Best Commentator
>
> Best IPL Debutante
>
> Most Fan Friendly Cricketer
>
> Best Stadium Experience
>
> Best Catch
>
> Most Consistent Performer
>
> Best Fielder
>
> Most Dramatic Performance
>
> Most Stylish Player
>
> Best Fielder
>
> Best Captain
>
> Best Bowler
>
> Best Bowler
>
> Best Batsman
>
> Best Batsman
>
> Breakthrough Performance – the breakthrough performances from 2008 and 2009
> will also be recognised
>
>
>
>
> *Statistical Awards*
>
> *IPL Captains’ Award*
>
> Maximum Runs Scored in Boundaries
>
> Captains to choose which Indian Cricketing Legend they would want in their
> team
>
> Fastest 100
>
>
> Most Economical Bowler
>
>
>
>
> *IPL Winners*
>
>
> Presentation to winners of 2008 and 2009 IPL tournaments
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  
>

[arr] Rahman to perform in this year's IPL Awards?

[$ Pavan Kumar $]

>From the official site
http://www.iplt20.com/announcements_detail.php?id=1494
IPL Awards to honour this season’s bestThe inaugural IPL Awards to be held on 
Friday, 23 April 2010Media Release For Immediate Publication
Glittering IPL Awards to honour this season’s best 
Cricket fans given the opportunity to vote for their favoritesMumbai, April 14, 
2010: Nothing makes India's heart beat collectively faster like the IPL and to 
celebrate this year’s stellar tournament, the best players and performances 
will be honoured at the inaugural IPL Awards at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai on 
Friday 23 April 2010.The glittering awards ceremony will be the perfect entrée 
to the conclusion of the tournament, with the best from the DLF IPL to be 
applauded across 22 categories.From pure excellence in batting, bowling, 
fielding, to the most stylish player, best stadium and commentator, the awards 
will become a highlight of the IPL. Innovative categories have also been 
included with the most fan-friendly cricketer to be named, and a special award 
given where each of the IPL team captains will vote on which retired Indian 
cricket legend they would have loved to have in their squad.IPL Chairman and 
Commissioner, Lalit Modi said, “IPL has
 evolved into a uniting force in world cricket and signaled a new era in sports 
entertainment over the past three seasons. The IPL Awards is the crowning jewel 
and a fitting event to recognise the best of this season’s breathtaking 
tournament.”IPL continues to set the standard and this event will further 
confirm our standing as one of world sports' true innovators.Host Karan Johar 
will be joined by special guest co-host Shah Rukh Khan, with the Bollywood 
superstar set to take the eight IPL captains out of their comfort zone in his 
own unique fashion.In true IPL style, the evening will be a fusion of 
cricketing and entertainment excellence, with some of India’s biggest names, 
including AR Rahman, Shilpa Shetty, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra and Hrithik, 
set to deliver their trademark energy and style.The awards have been divided 
into viewers’ and critics’ choice categories, giving experts and armchair 
experts alike the chance to decide on who
 will walk away with the coveted statuettes.The critics’ choice awards will be 
adjudged by the IPL Awards Jury, comprising Lalit Modi, cricket legends Sunil 
Gavaskar, Brian Lara and Javagal Srinath, the world’s leading umpire, Simon 
Taufel, and respected cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle.Media NotesAbout IPL 
AwardsThe IPL Awards will be filmed by COLORS and screened at a time to be 
confirmed 
Fans can vote for their favourites by visiting IPLT20.com orIPLAwards.com
The IPL Awards will be produced by Cineyug and DNA NetworksIPL  Awards 
JuryLalit Modi (Chairperson)
Sunil Gavaskar
Brian Lara
Javagal Srinath
Simon Taufel
Harsha Bhogle
Awards ListIPL Jury AwardsViewers’ Choice AwardsBest GroundBest CommentatorBest 
IPL DebutanteMost Fan Friendly CricketerBest Stadium ExperienceBest CatchMost 
Consistent PerformerBest FielderMost Dramatic PerformanceMost Stylish 
PlayerBest FielderBest CaptainBest BowlerBest BowlerBest BatsmanBest 
BatsmanBreakthrough Performance – the breakthrough performances from 2008 and 
2009 will also be recognised


Statistical AwardsIPL Captains’ AwardMaximum Runs Scored in BoundariesCaptains 
to choose which Indian Cricketing Legend they would want in their teamFastest 
100
Most Economical Bowler


IPL Winners
Presentation to winners of 2008 and 2009 IPL tournaments
 


 



  













  

[arr] Rahman: I’m happy and deeply honoured

[Siddiq Rahman]

Rahman: I’m happy and deeply honoured

It was a very special moment for music maestro A R
Rahman, who had dedicated his Oscar trophy to his mother, when he
received the Padma Bhushan award in her company at the Rashtrapati
Bhawan.
The maestro was awarded the Padma Bhushan
by President Pratibha Patil in the ceremony on Wednesday, which also
saw actor Aamir Khan become the youngest recipient of the honour.
“I am happy and deeply honoured,” the 44-year-old musician who brought
glory to the country with his double Oscar win and then brought home
two Grammies earlier this year, told PTI.
Rahman’s mother Kareema Begum shuns publicity but has been at the
artiste’s side throughout his rise to stardom and the music for many of
his films including Rangeela and Yuvraaj were launched by her.
The
artiste is currently preparing for his much-awaited ‘Jai Ho Concert:
The Journey Home’ World Tour, which will kickstart from June 11 in New
York and travel to over 20 major arenas and cities worldwide.
Well-known choreographer-director Amy Tinkham, who has worked on the
live musical concerts for pop icons like Paul McCartney, Madonna,
Britney Spears, Dixie Chicks and Motley Crue, has teamed up for the
tour.


http://beta.thehindu.com/arts/music/article347166.ece


  

[arr] Rahman teams up with Madonna's choreographer for concert

[Bivin Chandra]

After scooping honours at the Grammy and Oscars, music maestro A R Rahman has 
teamed up with the choreographer of none other than 'Queen of Pop' Madonna for 
his upcoming 'Jai Ho' concert.'Jai Ho Concert: The Journey Home' which will 
kick-start from New York on June 11 and cover over 20 cities worldwide is 
produced by Deepak Gattani from Rapport Productions.
The 44-year-old musician whose score in 'Slumdog Millionaire' won him 
international recognition has teamed up with well-known choreographer-director 
Amy Tinkham, who has worked on live musical concerts for pop icons like Paul 
McCartney, Madonna, Britney Spears and Dixie Chicks.
The much anticipated event will be a theatrical experience that will blend new 
technologies with powerful dance arrangements and acrobatics.It will feature 
changing sets, large images and a spectacular cast of musicians and dancers 
from across the globe.
"The treatment will be theatrical with new age technology during the two-hour, 
20 minutes musical spectacle," Gattani said.The concerts will regale audience 
in USA, Canada, Netherlands, France, Norway and UK, covering the cities of New 
York, Atlantic City, Washington DC, Chicago, Detroit, Toronto, San Francisco, 
Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, Amsterdam, Paris, Oslo, Manchester and London.
http://www.screenindia.com/news/Rahman-teams-up-with-Madonna--s-choreographer-for-concert/595132/



  

Re: [arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[Shamil Sharif]

'' I was born in 1967 ?


 
AR Rahman - His music for ears for years





From: kitcha_swamy 
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Fri, March 19, 2010 9:35:00 PM
Subject: [arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most 
of 2010

  
I agree to you 100%. People in the West have always been the giants because 
they fall under a widely accepted market, which is all over the world. But 
according to me, what AR is showcasing is his own works in India to the Western 
World, who majority at this point would have only heard his Slumdog/Couple' s 
retreat but they should also get to hear our legends many other gems. I think 
this is the very best time to come and attack, rather than wait for more 
western recognition and stuff like that. There is this proverb "Make hay while 
Sun shines" and I'm sure our AR will make his Music Shine in the West too, 
through this concert. Plus its a great feeling to spread Indian Music and I'm 
happy to see AR doing it. So lets promote this idea, rather than comparing him 
to the people from the West.

Just my 2 cents :)
Swamy aka Kitcha

--- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "Nidhin"  wrote:
>
> Hi Kitcha Swamy, even though I agree with you that concerts will be helpful 
> to Rahman sir to increase his popularity, I think the first statement is a 
> bit exaggerated when considering the people in west. We need to be realistic 
> even if we are diehard fans. Rahman sir may be popular in the west(more after 
> the Oscars), I think it is not that big compared to other pop stars or 
> composers there. His works and concerts from now on will be determining his 
> extent of popularity in the west. 
> So lets pray and hope that Rahman sir will achieve even more greater heights. 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "kitcha_swamy"  wrote:
> >
> > What?? More popular :). Come on Man. AR has already gained humongous 
> > popularity and these concerts will only keep him going way past those 
> > skies. Namba thalaivar "Vinnaith thaandi poyaachu" lol. Means, he has 
> > crossed the skies.
> > 
> > I love this concert idea. I don't think any artist in the world would have 
> > covered 17 concerts in a span of 6 weeks. I'm sure the crowd is going to 
> > have a fantabulous night of the year in every destination.
> > 
> > Jai Ho to the Jai Ho Concert...
> > 
> > Swamy a.k.a Kitcha
> > 
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "srinath"  wrote:
> > >
> > > 
> > > Folks,
> > > 
> > > Don't you think this is not the right time for world tour? I would rather 
> > > expect that he concentrates on some internation project, become more 
> > > popular and then embark on a world tour. What he is doing is the other 
> > > way round...
> > > 
> > > Just my $.02 :)
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Thank you,
> > > 
> > > Srinath
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "jayram"  wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I agree with you Rajith.
> > > > 
> > > > Sir seems to be in full flow.
> > > > 
> > > > I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS
> > > > 
> > > > Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.
> > > > 
> > > > Jai Ho,
> > > > Jayram
> > > > 
> > > > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, Rajith Ramnivas  > > > > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > 
> > > > > Dear Sir,
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need 
> > > > > you, we love you and we care about you so much. You are such a 
> > > > > wonderful person in this world
> > > > > 
> > > > > Regards, 
> > > > > 
> > > > > Rajith Ramnivas 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
> > > > > From: p_koneru@
> > > > > Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> > > > > Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during 
> > > > > most of 2010
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for 

Re: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[Thulasi Ram]

BH comes up with its semi-complaining write-up on ARR, boasting that it can
also publish some exclusive info on ARR. silly them.

i personally think that ARR has done too many concerts in the past 3 years.
may be for atleast another year or two, he should not do any concerts.

On Thu, Mar 18, 2010 at 6:20 PM, K.P.Chowdary  wrote:

>
>
> . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And Bollywood
> filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending work with
> Rahman have pressed the panic button.
>
> Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a very
> tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the country
> for five months which I've kept aside completely for the word tour."
>
> The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I
> essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything else
> is secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far East and
> America. I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would be my
> longest tour ever and I'm not thinking of any other work."
>
> Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was born
> in 1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel older?
> It's a good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us are
> destined to .You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in life is
> to do what I want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good things in
> life I better do them now."
>
> Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day. Last
> year I lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people close
> to me die from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father and my
> grandmother whom I was very close to. So death is always been with me. It's
> the only certainty in life."
>
> Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to prioritize
> your time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be away for five
> months this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to anything
> until I finish my concerts."
>
> Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is always
> around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I travel I
> crave to return. My kids are growing up. It's important that they see their
> father regularly. Or they'll soon start calling me Uncle."
>
> Rahman has just done soundtrack for Tamil film directed by Gautam Menon.
> "Then I've Mani Ratnam's Raavan and Abbas Tyrewala's 1-800-Love. Also
> Shekhar Kapoor's Paani which is a very important film. I've recorded one
> song for it. After the Grammys, I'll look at other international offers. But
> with the world tour on will I have the time?
>
> http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/2010/03/18/13886/index.html
>
> Regards,
> Chowdary Koneru
>
> __
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>
> http://www.flickr.com/gift/
> 
>

[arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[kitcha_swamy]

I agree to you 100%. People in the West have always been the giants because 
they fall under a widely accepted market, which is all over the world. But 
according to me, what AR is showcasing is his own works in India to the Western 
World, who majority at this point would have only heard his Slumdog/Couple's 
retreat but they should also get to hear our legends many other gems. I think 
this is the very best time to come and attack, rather than wait for more 
western recognition and stuff like that. There is this proverb "Make hay while 
Sun shines" and I'm sure our AR will make his Music Shine in the West too, 
through this concert. Plus its a great feeling to spread Indian Music and I'm 
happy to see AR doing it. So lets promote this idea, rather than comparing him 
to the people from the West.

Just my 2 cents :)
Swamy aka Kitcha

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Nidhin"  wrote:
>
>   Hi Kitcha Swamy, even though I agree with you that concerts will be 
> helpful to Rahman sir to increase his popularity, I think the first statement 
> is a bit exaggerated when considering the people in west. We need to be 
> realistic even if we are diehard fans. Rahman sir may be popular in the 
> west(more after the Oscars), I think it is not that big compared to other pop 
> stars or composers there. His works and concerts from now on will be 
> determining his extent of popularity in the west. 
>  So lets pray and hope that Rahman sir will achieve even more greater 
> heights. 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "kitcha_swamy"  wrote:
> >
> > What?? More popular :). Come on Man. AR has already gained humongous 
> > popularity and these concerts will only keep him going way past those 
> > skies. Namba thalaivar "Vinnaith thaandi poyaachu" lol. Means, he has 
> > crossed the skies.
> > 
> > I love this concert idea. I don't think any artist in the world would have 
> > covered 17 concerts in a span of 6 weeks. I'm sure the crowd is going to 
> > have a fantabulous night of the year in every destination.
> > 
> > Jai Ho to the Jai Ho Concert...
> > 
> > Swamy a.k.a Kitcha
> > 
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "srinath"  wrote:
> > >
> > > 
> > > Folks,
> > > 
> > >   Don't you think this is not the right time for world tour? I would 
> > > rather expect that he concentrates on some internation project, become 
> > > more popular and then embark on a world tour. What he is doing is the 
> > > other way round...
> > > 
> > > Just my $.02 :)
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Thank you,
> > > 
> > > Srinath
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "jayram"  wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I agree with you Rajith.
> > > > 
> > > > Sir seems to be in full flow.
> > > > 
> > > > I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS
> > > > 
> > > > Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.
> > > > 
> > > > Jai Ho,
> > > > Jayram
> > > > 
> > > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Rajith Ramnivas  
> > > > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > 
> > > > > Dear Sir,
> > > > > 
> > > > >  
> > > > > 
> > > > > Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need 
> > > > > you, we love you and we care about you so much. You are such a 
> > > > > wonderful person in this world
> > > > > 
> > > > > Regards, 
> > > > > 
> > > > > Rajith Ramnivas 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > >  
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > > > > From: p_koneru@
> > > > > Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> > > > > Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during 
> > > > > most of 2010
> > > > > 
> > > > >   
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And 
> > > > > Bollywood filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have 
> > > > > pending work with Rahman have pressed the panic button.
> > > > > 
> > > > > Rahman won't be available for film scores 

[arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[Nidhin]

  Hi Kitcha Swamy, even though I agree with you that concerts will be 
helpful to Rahman sir to increase his popularity, I think the first statement 
is a bit exaggerated when considering the people in west. We need to be 
realistic even if we are diehard fans. Rahman sir may be popular in the 
west(more after the Oscars), I think it is not that big compared to other pop 
stars or composers there. His works and concerts from now on will be 
determining his extent of popularity in the west. 
 So lets pray and hope that Rahman sir will achieve even more greater heights. 



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "kitcha_swamy"  wrote:
>
> What?? More popular :). Come on Man. AR has already gained humongous 
> popularity and these concerts will only keep him going way past those skies. 
> Namba thalaivar "Vinnaith thaandi poyaachu" lol. Means, he has crossed the 
> skies.
> 
> I love this concert idea. I don't think any artist in the world would have 
> covered 17 concerts in a span of 6 weeks. I'm sure the crowd is going to have 
> a fantabulous night of the year in every destination.
> 
> Jai Ho to the Jai Ho Concert...
> 
> Swamy a.k.a Kitcha
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "srinath"  wrote:
> >
> > 
> > Folks,
> > 
> >   Don't you think this is not the right time for world tour? I would rather 
> > expect that he concentrates on some internation project, become more 
> > popular and then embark on a world tour. What he is doing is the other way 
> > round...
> > 
> > Just my $.02 :)
> > 
> > 
> > Thank you,
> > 
> > Srinath
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "jayram"  wrote:
> > >
> > > I agree with you Rajith.
> > > 
> > > Sir seems to be in full flow.
> > > 
> > > I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS
> > > 
> > > Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.
> > > 
> > > Jai Ho,
> > > Jayram
> > > 
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Rajith Ramnivas  
> > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > 
> > > > Dear Sir,
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need you, 
> > > > we love you and we care about you so much. You are such a wonderful 
> > > > person in this world
> > > > 
> > > > Regards, 
> > > > 
> > > > Rajith Ramnivas 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > > > From: p_koneru@
> > > > Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> > > > Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during 
> > > > most of 2010
> > > > 
> > > >   
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > > . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And 
> > > > Bollywood filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have 
> > > > pending work with Rahman have pressed the panic button.
> > > > 
> > > > Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a 
> > > > very tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the 
> > > > country for five months which I've kept aside completely for the word 
> > > > tour."
> > > > 
> > > > The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I 
> > > > essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything 
> > > > else is secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far 
> > > > East and America. I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This 
> > > > would be my longest tour ever and I'm not thinking of any other work."
> > > > 
> > > > Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was 
> > > > born in 1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel 
> > > > older? It's a good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of 
> > > > us are destined to .You are born and then one day, you die. So my 
> > > > policy in life is to do what I want to do today, not tomorrow. If I 
> > > > want to do good things in life I better do them now."
> > > > 
> > > > Rahman says he doesn

Re: [arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[Gomzy™]

he meant more popular in terms of international songs and stuff.

On Fri, Mar 19, 2010 at 7:31 PM, kitcha_swamy wrote:

>
>
> What?? More popular :). Come on Man. AR has already gained humongous
> popularity and these concerts will only keep him going way past those skies.
> Namba thalaivar "Vinnaith thaandi poyaachu" lol. Means, he has crossed the
> skies.
>
> I love this concert idea. I don't think any artist in the world would have
> covered 17 concerts in a span of 6 weeks. I'm sure the crowd is going to
> have a fantabulous night of the year in every destination.
>
> Jai Ho to the Jai Ho Concert...
>
> Swamy a.k.a Kitcha
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "srinath"  wrote:
> >
> >
> > Folks,
> >
> > Don't you think this is not the right time for world tour? I would rather
> expect that he concentrates on some internation project, become more popular
> and then embark on a world tour. What he is doing is the other way round...
> >
> > Just my $.02 :)
> >
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Srinath
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "jayram"  wrote:
> > >
> > > I agree with you Rajith.
> > >
> > > Sir seems to be in full flow.
> > >
> > > I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS
> > >
> > > Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.
> > >
> > > Jai Ho,
> > > Jayram
> > >
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Rajith Ramnivas  wrote:
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Dear Sir,
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need
> you, we love you and we care about you so much. You are such a wonderful
> person in this world
> > > >
> > > > Regards,
> > > >
> > > > Rajith Ramnivas
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com 
> > > > From: p_koneru@
> > > > Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> > > > Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during
> most of 2010
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And
> Bollywood filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending
> work with Rahman have pressed the panic button.
> > > >
> > > > Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's
> a very tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the
> country for five months which I've kept aside completely for the word tour."
> > > >
> > > > The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I
> essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything else
> is secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far East and
> America. I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would be my
> longest tour ever and I'm not thinking of any other work."
> > > >
> > > > Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I
> was born in 1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel
> older? It's a good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us
> are destined to .You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in
> life is to do what I want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good
> things in life I better do them now."
> > > >
> > > > Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day.
> Last year I lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people
> close to me die from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father and
> my grandmother whom I was very close to. So death is always been with me.
> It's the only certainty in life."
> > > >
> > > > Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to
> prioritize your time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be
> away for five months this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to
> anything until I finish my concerts."
> > > >
> > > > Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is
> always around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I
> tr

[arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[kitcha_swamy]

What?? More popular :). Come on Man. AR has already gained humongous popularity 
and these concerts will only keep him going way past those skies. Namba 
thalaivar "Vinnaith thaandi poyaachu" lol. Means, he has crossed the skies.

I love this concert idea. I don't think any artist in the world would have 
covered 17 concerts in a span of 6 weeks. I'm sure the crowd is going to have a 
fantabulous night of the year in every destination.

Jai Ho to the Jai Ho Concert...

Swamy a.k.a Kitcha


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "srinath"  wrote:
>
> 
> Folks,
> 
>   Don't you think this is not the right time for world tour? I would rather 
> expect that he concentrates on some internation project, become more popular 
> and then embark on a world tour. What he is doing is the other way round...
> 
> Just my $.02 :)
> 
> 
> Thank you,
> 
> Srinath
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "jayram"  wrote:
> >
> > I agree with you Rajith.
> > 
> > Sir seems to be in full flow.
> > 
> > I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS
> > 
> > Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.
> > 
> > Jai Ho,
> > Jayram
> > 
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Rajith Ramnivas  
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > 
> > > Dear Sir,
> > > 
> > >  
> > > 
> > > Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need you, 
> > > we love you and we care about you so much. You are such a wonderful 
> > > person in this world
> > > 
> > > Regards, 
> > > 
> > > Rajith Ramnivas 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > >  
> > > 
> > > 
> > > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > > From: p_koneru@
> > > Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> > > Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most 
> > > of 2010
> > > 
> > >   
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And 
> > > Bollywood filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending 
> > > work with Rahman have pressed the panic button.
> > > 
> > > Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a 
> > > very tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the 
> > > country for five months which I've kept aside completely for the word 
> > > tour."
> > > 
> > > The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I 
> > > essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything 
> > > else is secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far 
> > > East and America. I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would 
> > > be my longest tour ever and I'm not thinking of any other work."
> > > 
> > > Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was 
> > > born in 1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel 
> > > older? It's a good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us 
> > > are destined to .You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in 
> > > life is to do what I want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good 
> > > things in life I better do them now."
> > > 
> > > Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day. Last 
> > > year I lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people 
> > > close to me die from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father 
> > > and my grandmother whom I was very close to. So death is always been with 
> > > me. It's the only certainty in life."
> > > 
> > > Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to prioritize 
> > > your time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be away for 
> > > five months this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to 
> > > anything until I finish my concerts."
> > > 
> > > Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is always 
> > > around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I travel 
> > > I crave to return. My kids are growing up. It's important that they see 
> > > their father regularly. Or they'll soon start calling me Uncle."
> > > 
> > > Rahman has just done soundtrack for Tamil film directed by Gautam Menon. 
> > > "Then I've Mani Ratnam's Raavan and Abbas Tyrewala's 1-800-Love. Also 
> > > Shekhar Kapoor's Paani which is a very important film. I've recorded one 
> > > song for it. After the Grammys, I'll look at other international offers. 
> > > But with the world tour on will I have the time?
> > > 
> > > http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/2010/03/18/13886/index.html
> > > 
> > > Regards,
> > > Chowdary Koneru
> > > 
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>

[arr] Re: ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[srinath]

Folks,

  Don't you think this is not the right time for world tour? I would rather 
expect that he concentrates on some internation project, become more popular 
and then embark on a world tour. What he is doing is the other way round...

Just my $.02 :)


Thank you,

Srinath
--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "jayram"  wrote:
>
> I agree with you Rajith.
> 
> Sir seems to be in full flow.
> 
> I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS
> 
> Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.
> 
> Jai Ho,
> Jayram
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Rajith Ramnivas  wrote:
> >
> > 
> > Dear Sir,
> > 
> >  
> > 
> > Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need you, we 
> > love you and we care about you so much. You are such a wonderful person in 
> > this world
> > 
> > Regards, 
> > 
> > Rajith Ramnivas 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >  
> > 
> > 
> > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > From: p_koneru@
> > Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> > Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most 
> > of 2010
> > 
> >   
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And Bollywood 
> > filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending work with 
> > Rahman have pressed the panic button.
> > 
> > Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a very 
> > tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the country 
> > for five months which I've kept aside completely for the word tour."
> > 
> > The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I 
> > essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything 
> > else is secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far East 
> > and America. I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would be my 
> > longest tour ever and I'm not thinking of any other work."
> > 
> > Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was born 
> > in 1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel older? 
> > It's a good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us are 
> > destined to .You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in life 
> > is to do what I want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good things 
> > in life I better do them now."
> > 
> > Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day. Last 
> > year I lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people close 
> > to me die from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father and my 
> > grandmother whom I was very close to. So death is always been with me. It's 
> > the only certainty in life."
> > 
> > Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to prioritize 
> > your time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be away for five 
> > months this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to anything 
> > until I finish my concerts."
> > 
> > Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is always 
> > around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I travel I 
> > crave to return. My kids are growing up. It's important that they see their 
> > father regularly. Or they'll soon start calling me Uncle."
> > 
> > Rahman has just done soundtrack for Tamil film directed by Gautam Menon. 
> > "Then I've Mani Ratnam's Raavan and Abbas Tyrewala's 1-800-Love. Also 
> > Shekhar Kapoor's Paani which is a very important film. I've recorded one 
> > song for it. After the Grammys, I'll look at other international offers. 
> > But with the world tour on will I have the time?
> > 
> > http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/2010/03/18/13886/index.html
> > 
> > Regards,
> > Chowdary Koneru
> > 
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Re: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[jayram]

I agree with you Rajith.

Sir seems to be in full flow.

I also wish him GREAT SUCCESS

Eagerly awaiting his show in LA.

Jai Ho,
Jayram

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Rajith Ramnivas  wrote:
>
> 
> Dear Sir,
> 
>  
> 
> Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need you, we 
> love you and we care about you so much. You are such a wonderful person in 
> this world
> 
> Regards, 
> 
> Rajith Ramnivas 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>  
> 
> 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> From: p_kon...@...
> Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
> Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 
> 2010
> 
>   
> 
> 
> 
> . R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And Bollywood 
> filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending work with 
> Rahman have pressed the panic button.
> 
> Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a very 
> tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the country 
> for five months which I've kept aside completely for the word tour."
> 
> The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I 
> essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything else 
> is secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far East and 
> America. I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would be my 
> longest tour ever and I'm not thinking of any other work."
> 
> Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was born 
> in 1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel older? It's 
> a good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us are destined to 
> .You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in life is to do what I 
> want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good things in life I better 
> do them now."
> 
> Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day. Last year 
> I lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people close to me 
> die from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father and my 
> grandmother whom I was very close to. So death is always been with me. It's 
> the only certainty in life."
> 
> Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to prioritize your 
> time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be away for five months 
> this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to anything until I 
> finish my concerts."
> 
> Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is always 
> around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I travel I 
> crave to return. My kids are growing up. It's important that they see their 
> father regularly. Or they'll soon start calling me Uncle."
> 
> Rahman has just done soundtrack for Tamil film directed by Gautam Menon. 
> "Then I've Mani Ratnam's Raavan and Abbas Tyrewala's 1-800-Love. Also Shekhar 
> Kapoor's Paani which is a very important film. I've recorded one song for it. 
> After the Grammys, I'll look at other international offers. But with the 
> world tour on will I have the time?
> 
> http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/2010/03/18/13886/index.html
> 
> Regards,
> Chowdary Koneru
> 
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RE: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[Rajith Ramnivas]

Dear Sir,

 

Please find time to rest and pls be health conscious also. We need you, we love 
you and we care about you so much. You are such a wonderful person in this 
world

Regards, 

Rajith Ramnivas 




 


To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: p_kon...@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:24 -0700
Subject: [arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 
2010

  



. R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And Bollywood 
filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending work with 
Rahman have pressed the panic button.

Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a very 
tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the country for 
five months which I've kept aside completely for the word tour."

The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I 
essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything else is 
secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far East and America. 
I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would be my longest tour ever 
and I'm not thinking of any other work."

Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was born in 
1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel older? It's a 
good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us are destined to 
.You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in life is to do what I 
want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good things in life I better do 
them now."

Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day. Last year I 
lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people close to me die 
from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father and my grandmother 
whom I was very close to. So death is always been with me. It's the only 
certainty in life."

Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to prioritize your 
time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be away for five months 
this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to anything until I finish 
my concerts."

Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is always 
around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I travel I 
crave to return. My kids are growing up. It's important that they see their 
father regularly. Or they'll soon start calling me Uncle."

Rahman has just done soundtrack for Tamil film directed by Gautam Menon. "Then 
I've Mani Ratnam's Raavan and Abbas Tyrewala's 1-800-Love. Also Shekhar 
Kapoor's Paani which is a very important film. I've recorded one song for it. 
After the Grammys, I'll look at other international offers. But with the world 
tour on will I have the time?

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/2010/03/18/13886/index.html

Regards,
Chowdary Koneru

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[arr] ARR: Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010

[K.P.Chowdary]

. R. Rahman plans to be out of India for the longest period. And Bollywood 
filmmakers like Abbas Tyrewala and Mani Ratnam who have pending work with 
Rahman have pressed the panic button.

Rahman won't be available for film scores during most of 2010. "It's a very 
tough schedule for me this year," says Rahman. "I'll be out of the country for 
five months which I've kept aside completely for the word tour."

The concerts will take Rahman to places he has never been before. "I 
essentially need time for my music, spirituality and family. Everything else is 
secondary. We'll be going to remote places in Europe, the Far East and America. 
I'll be touring from this month (March 2010).This would be my longest tour ever 
and I'm not thinking of any other work."

Contrary to reports Rahman turned 43 (and not 44) on January 6. "I was born in 
1967, so it's my 43rd birthday. I am an old man now. Do I feel older? It's a 
good feeling. I'm heading towards the place where all of us are destined to 
.You are born and then one day, you die. So my policy in life is to do what I 
want to do today, not tomorrow. If I want to do good things in life I better do 
them now."

Rahman says he doesn't fear death. "I think about death every day. Last year I 
lost a couple of very close friends. I've been watching people close to me die 
from the time I was a child. Very early I lost my father and my grandmother 
whom I was very close to. So death is always been with me. It's the only 
certainty in life."

Rahman admits time management is a problem. "But you have to prioritize your 
time and do what you must. For example I know I've to be away for five months 
this year. So it'd be foolish of me to commit myself to anything until I finish 
my concerts."

Rahman says it's a blessing to work out of his home. "My family is always 
around me. I think that's what keeps me creatively charged. When I travel I 
crave to return. My kids are growing up. It's important that they see their 
father regularly. Or they'll soon start calling me Uncle."

Rahman has just done soundtrack for Tamil film directed by Gautam Menon. "Then 
I've Mani Ratnam's Raavan and Abbas Tyrewala's 1-800-Love. Also Shekhar 
Kapoor's Paani which is a very important film. I've recorded one song for it. 
After the Grammys, I'll look at other international offers. But with the world 
tour on will I have the time?

http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/2010/03/18/13886/index.html


Regards,
Chowdary Koneru


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Re: [arr]Rahman speaking in Telugu

[K K]

Thanks for sharing the video, too bad the other one got deleted. It would be 
nice if we could get some more videos.

--- On Wed, 3/17/10, rahmaniacsuresh  wrote:

From: rahmaniacsuresh 
Subject: [arr] Re: Rahman speaking in Telugu
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 4:34 PM







 



  



  
  
  thats a good one..

i heard earlier in some of the interviews..



one of them is..



http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=hJDVPdqvhYo



I used to have another video where rahman says "ippudu chestunnanu. .puli 
inka..." that was so cute and it got deleted from youtube somehow!



--- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "ku201030"  wrote:

>

> This is the first time i heard him speaking in telugu, anyone else heard

> him speaking in telugu before.

> 

> http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=wdlGwJaIQIk

> <%20http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=wdlGwJaIQIk>

>






 





 



  






  

[arr] Rahman speaking in Telugu

[ku201030]

This is the first time i heard him speaking in telugu, anyone else heard
him speaking in telugu before.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdlGwJaIQIk
<%20http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdlGwJaIQIk> 

[arr] Rahman to write autobiography?

[Siddiq Rahman]

Rahman to write autobiography?

Oscar winning music director A.R. Rahman will pen his experiences starting 
fromRoja (his debut film) to the yet-to-be released Mani Ratnam's Raavan. 
Reportedly the book will be of a coffee table kind and will also
contain photos of about 300 singers with comments from the Mozart of
Madras. 
Rahman began composing film music with Mani Ratnam's Roja (Tamil) in 1992 after 
assisting Tamil film maestro Ilaiyaraja for
nearly a decade. He was awarded the Rajat Kamal award for Best Music
Director at the National Film Awards for the film, the first time ever
for a debut composer and after that, his career has shown an
ever-increasing upward trend. Roja was also listed in TIME's
Top 10 Movie Soundtracks of All Time. Rahman went on to win the
National Award three more times, for his scores for Minsaara Kanavu in 
1997,Lagaan in 2002 and Kannathil Muthamittal, the most ever by any composer. 
And he has won the Filmfare Award 25 times!

http://tamil.galatta.com/entertainment/livewire/id/Rahman_to_write_his_book_36556.html

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[arr] Rahman and the London Philharmonic Orchestra

[Indmov Buff]

Why has there been almost nothing on this event? For me, this is the biggest 
event this year - AR Rahman and the famous London Philharmonic Orchestra  ( 
Rahman's music in Orchestral form=divine!) and hardly any press 
releases/publicity or official announcements about this event. Slightly 
disappointed! 


  

Re: [arr] Rahman confirmed he’s composing musi c for Rock Star

[V S Rawat]

On 3/9/2010 4:53 PM India Time, _Jafar K_ wrote:

>   For Imtiaz, its Rahman over Pritam
>
>
> After composing chartbusting scores in Imtiaz Ali’s Jab We Met and Love
> Aaj Kal one would think music composer Pritam Chakraborty is an integral
> and indispensable part of Imtiaz’s cinema. Surprisingly, that’s not the
> case any longer, at least not as far as Imtiaz’s next film, Rock Star is
> concerned.

in fact, it is sad that he is dumping Pritam afer Love Aaj Kal got so 
many awards and Jab we met was also quite popular. It reflects bad on 
the Imtiyaz's trustworthyness. May be, it is just some clash of dates 
with Pritam, and not a permanent parting of ways.

Anyway. Imtiyaz does have a good sense of music as is reflected from 
his both films. Hope he will prove like a Subhash Ghai + ARR combo 
bringing great music to us.

--
Rawat

[arr] Rahman confirmed he’s composing music for R ock Star

[Jafar K]

For Imtiaz, its Rahman over Pritam

After composing chartbusting scores in Imtiaz Ali’s Jab We Met and Love Aaj Kal 
one would think music composer Pritam Chakraborty is an integral and 
indispensable part of Imtiaz’s cinema. Surprisingly, that’s not the case any 
longer, at least not as far as Imtiaz’s next film, Rock Star is concerned. 

The emotional composer tried to hide his hurt as well as he could and said, “I 
haven’t been approached for Rock Star. I’ve heard that Rahman is doing it. Am I 
hurt about not being part of Imtiaz’s new film? I’ve been too busy to think 
about it. I’m sure we’ll work together again in the future.” 

Although Imtiaz remained unavailable for comment it is no secret that the 
filmmaker is known to let his head and not his heart rule when it comes to 
deciding his cast and crew. For instance, despite creating magic with Kareena 
Kapoor in Jab We Met he signed Deepika Padukone for Love Aaj Kal although 
Kareena, incidentally the film’s producer Saif Ali Khan’s lady-love, was very 
keen to be part of the film. 

Kareena too couldn’t hide her hurt when she publicly admitted while receiving 
the best actress award for Jab We Met that she was upset with Imtiaz for not 
casting her in Love Aaj Kal. Even after Love Aaj Kal, Imtiaz chose Ranbir 
Kapoor over Saif Ali Khan in Rock Star although the latter had at one point 
been signed for it. Pritam’s exclusion is particularly surprising as he was 
known to be a close friend of Imtiaz. 

According to reliable sources, the magical AR Rahman has already recorded two 
songs for Rock Star. While this fresh director-music composer jodi will be 
something to look forward to, those hoping to see Imtiaz and Pritam form a 
Nasir Hussain-RD Burman kind of director-composer team will surely be 
disappointed. 

Rahman confirmed he’s composing music for Rock Star. “I will do it after I meet 
Imtiaz since one-fourth of the music is ready,” he said. 

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-interviews/For-Imtiaz-its-Rahman-over-Pritam-/articleshow/5578855.cms
 
 
 


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[arr] Rahman wins Filmfare Award for Best Music

[A.R.Rajib]

 *Rahman wins Filmfare Award for Best Music*
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*Pics*:*Filmfare Awards 2010
nominations
* 

After winning accolades around the world, it is now time for AR Rahman to be
honoured at home. The music maestro once again created history by winning a
Filmfare Award for the 25th time. Tabu and Kajol gave him the Best Music
Award for *Delhi 6* on Saturday night at the Yashraj studios in Mumbai.

Actor Shashi Kapoor and Khayyam have been honoured with Lifetime achievement
awards.

While Mohit Chauhan won the Best Playback Singer (Male) award for *Masakali* in
the film *Delhi 6*, there has been a tie for the Best Playback Singer
(Female) award. Kavita Seth (Iktara, *Wake Up Sid*) and Rekha Bhardwaj
(Genda Phool, *Delhi-6*) have both shared the honours.

Other prominent winners at the 55th Filmfare Awards night so far include
Boman Irani (Best Supporting Actor (Male) for *3 Idiots*), Kalki Koechlin
(Best Supporting Actor (Female) for *Dev. D*), Ayan Mukerji (Best Debutante
Director (Male) for *Wake Up Sid*) and Zoya Akhtar (Best Debutante Director
(Female) for *Luck By Chance*). Amit Trivedi has won the RD Burman Award for
Music (*Dev D*) and Rajeev Ravi for Best Cinematography (again, *Dev D*).

A number of Bollywood A-listers are attending the event. Genelia D'Souza
dressed in a Christian Dior outfit has set high hopes for the night. Anurag
Kashyap is present with girlfriend Kalki Koechlin. Kashyap's film *Dev D* has
been nominated in the Best Film category. And Kalki has won the nomination
for the Best Debut Actress.

The *3 Idiots* team, including Raju Hirani, Madhavan, Omi and Vidhu Vinod
Chopra, was seen arriving earlier in the evening. Harman Baweja, Tabu and
Celina Jaitley are among the other stars present.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is hosting the night alongwith Saif Ali
Khan. Shah Rukh even tweeted, "Have to head now for filmfare rehearsals.
looong nite ahead. hope Saif doesn't fall asleep."

Apart from this awesome twosome on stage, there will be some sizzling
performances by Shah Rukh, Kareena and Shahid.

The 55th Annual Filmfare Awards will honour movies released between 2009-10.

Winners:

*Best Film (Critics): Firaaq
Lifetime Achievement Award: Shashi Kapoor and Khayyam
Best Supporting Actor (Male): Boman Irani for 3 Idiots
Best Supporting Actor (Female): Kalki Koechlin for Dev. D
Best Debutante Director(Male): Ayan Mukerji for Wake Up Sid
Best Debutante Director (Female): Zoya Akhtar for Luck By Chance
Best Screenplay Award: 3 idiots
Best Story Award: 3 Idiots
Best Music: A R Rahman for Delhi
Best Lyricist Award: Irshad Kamil for Aaj Din Chaddya, Love Aaj Kal
Best Playback Singer (Female): Rekha Bharadwaj for Genda Phool, Delhi 6 and
Kavita Seth for Ik Taara, Wake Up Sid
Best Sound Design and Best Editing: Firaaq
RD Burman Music Award: Amit Trivedi
Best Costume Design: Firaaq
Best Cinematographer: Dev D
Best Action: Wanted*
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[arr] “Rahman has played an important role in taking cla ssical music to the youngsters,” says Dr. Narayanan

[Vithur]

He’s a singer, a miniature figurines collector and a homeopathy doctor, all
rolled in one...

Simba, Dumbo, Bamby and Aladdin are among Dr K Narayanan’s best friends.
When he’s done with his work for the day and sits back in contemplation,
they serve as companions. They might look the same to an ordinary person,
but Narayanan spots a different dimension in them, every day!

“Look at the texture on this guy here,” he calls out with child-like
enthusiasm, “Doesn’t it look fascinating?”

Dr K Narayanan — who is perhaps one of the few collectors of miniature
figurines in the city — considers them ‘real treasures’. “If you like
nature, you’ll be able to appreciate these figures completely,” explains
Narayanan, whose collection includes animals, replicas and movie characters
among others.

His collection is the result of several years of travel to countries like
Germany, the US, Canada, UK and Australia. Made of high quality vinyl
plastic, these figurines are considered a collector’s delight world over. “I
also have figures of some of the rarest animal species,” he tells proudly,
“Some of them are the aardvark, dodo, pangolin and sloth. They aren’t easily
available.”

Once he collects his treasures, he gets on to the Internet. “I search for
pictures and information on those animals to find out how much of detailing
has gone into the making of the toy,” he says, “This helps me in obtaining
trivias about these rare animals.”

Narayanan is also a much sought-after singer. His association with
Oscar-winner A R Rahman started during Kandukondein Kandukondein and has
continued till the recent Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa. “Rahman has played an
important role in taking classical music to the youngsters,” says Narayanan,
a passionate Carnatic music buff, who trained under the music exponent, late
S Rajam.
On its influence on the present-day film music, he says, “There’s a lot of
richness in classical music that’s still unexplored. My guru used to tell us
that if we mastered the 72 melakarta ragams, we could sing anything!”

Narayanan’s rendition of Veda Ghosham..., the title track of the popular
television serial Enge Brahmanan, has appealed to many people. “Even
children are singing that tune,” he gushes with pride.

Currently, the singer — who is also a caricature artist and a homeopathy
doctor — is looking forward to his trip to New Zealand and Australia, where
he’ll present three-hour concerts that will feature traditional, semi
classical and film songs, based on classical ragas.

SRINIVASA RAMANUJAM

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life/people/Treasure-hunter-/articleshow/5569310.cms
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Re: [arr] Rahman and Harris to perform together

[Vithur]

The Function is over, and this news is false. AR wasnt there for the
function. Harris Composed and performed it with other singers

On Tue, Feb 9, 2010 at 1:36 AM, A.R.Rajib  wrote:

>
>
>  *Rahman and Harris to perform together*   - *R. Richard Mahesh, Sampurn
> Media* One of the acclaimed music directors of Indian film industry Harris
> Jayaraj is to singing praises of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi.
>
> Apparently a grand felicitation ceremony has been organized by celebrities
> of Kollywood to honor CM for his innumerable contributions to the film
> industry and other arenas.
>
> Amitabh Bachchan will be the guest of honor and he will be accompanied by
> Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan. It will be an unimagined moment as it will be
> coming together of film celebrities from all languages for the occasion
> under one roof.
>
> According to the sources, actor Vijay, Ajith and Vikram are reported to
> shake their legs together for a song composed by A R Rahman. Chief Minister
> M Karunanidhi himself has penned lyrics for this song that centers on the
> highlighting attributes of Tamil.
>
> Music director Harris Jayaraj has tuned melodies to the lyrics of 'Vaali'
> that centralizes on achievements of Kalaignar Karunanidhi. The most
> happening singers Unni Menon, Tippu, Haricharan, Devan, Vijayagopal,
> Chinmayi, Charulatha, Madhumitha, Divya, Neha and Nathisha have crooned this
> song.
>
>
> http://www.planetradiocity.com/musicreporter/news.php?newscatid=1&newsid=2008
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>
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~
>
>  
>



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