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The common man admires him. So is the Prime Minister of the country. Every aspiring filmmaker eagerly looks forward to work with him. So are the veterans of the industry. He is A R Rahman, the pride of India, who is celebrating his birthday today. His journey that started with jingles, bloomed in ‘Roja’, and has now touched millions and millions of hearts courtesy ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. He is the first Indian musician to win the Oscars. But this has not stopped him. For the musician is now looking forward for the Grammys. This is his first birthday after the Oscar triumph. But he is celebrating the day like he always does – quietly. Sources close to him say the Mozart of Madras is busy preparing for the Australian concert, slated for January 16 in Sydney. It was in this day a few years ago Rahman started the KM Music Conservatory, one of the long cherished dreams of him. For him, the instititution is “an attempt to recreate a world-class orchestra for the enjoyment of the people of India.” “Synthesizers and electronic sounds played a significant role in the evolution of music in the 80's and 90's. As this fresh sound captivated listeners, they began to lose appreciation and interest in live classical compositions,” Rahman said at that time and added: “If the trend of listening only to synthesizers and electronic sounds continues, future generations would be deprived of the joy, that is, live classical music.” Rahman's role does not end with the school. The music Messiah is taking with him the message of love wherever he goes. This aptly reflected on the Oscar stage, where he said “I had to choose between love and hate. I chose love and I am here.” And the year ahead is going to be crucial for Rahman. As he needs to meet the world’s expectation, thanks to his phenomenal fame after the Oscars. Apart from international projects, he is having three big releases in his home turf too- ‘Endhiran’, ‘Raavan’ and ‘Vinnaithandi Varuvaya’. “God has given me one skill and I’m very happy with it,” says the musician. “We too a lot, Rahman”, says Team IndiaGlitz and wishes him many more happy returns of the day. ---------------------------- Another article.. http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/53286.html He just took the musicdom by storm, since the day he stepped into the industry… Not only Indiawas mesmerised with his unique rhythms but even overseas audience were taken into his musical magic… Although South industry had served as his launch pad, today his name has become a synonym with music. Today the music maestro-Oscar winning composer enters into another year of his life. AR Rahman has filled his career year with innumerable, memorable, fantastic… (Words are not enough for this humble legend)… a vast musical treasure for all to hear…. From Roja to Slumdog Millionaire, Rahman as set inimitable records, being phenomena in his own way and style. Leave alone being striking, each of his composition are different from the other. It is said that Rahman favours to work on variety. He had stated that he likes working on two styles, say, a Slumdog Millionaire-type- of-film and a Jodha Akbar-type. These are two different styles in cinema and both of them need to be there, said Rahman. The films which carry his songs speak for him, carry his unique trademark. Like, ‘Blue’ that had awesome picturesque fabulous blended with his remarkable notes. Think ‘Taal’, ‘Pukaar’, ‘Lagaan’, ‘Saathiya’, ‘Swades’, ‘Guru’… one can just feel his music creeping in mind – that’s an aura he creates… Ok leave that aside…. What about the universal Airtel song which has made its way even the nook and corner of the remote areas? Or say the current hep anthem “Jai Ho” that made its impact worldwide? Let the maestro shine more, create yet another set of records… May he go on with his talents capturing even more fans…. Heartfelt musical wishes to you Rahman, from all of us from IndiaGlitz…. (Goes without saying.... Jai Ho to you!)