Born on January 6, 1976, Allah Rakha Rahman, popularly known as AR Rahman, will celebrate his birthday tomorrow. Rahman, the Mozart of Madras, needs no introduction. Listening to Oscar and Grammy-winning Indian composer’s songs literally give goosebumps to most of us! From Humma Humma, Urvashi to Muqabla.. all these songs we dance on are an original score of Rahman.
Some of his best works include Agar Tum Sath Ho, Kun Faya Kun, Urvasi Urvasi, Nadaan Parinde, Mahi Ve, Rehna Tu, Dil Se Re, Mustafa, Masakali, Vande Mataram, Jai Ho, Tu Hi Re, Tum Ho, Kabhi Kabhi Aditi etc. There would hardly be anyone in India who wouldn’t be fans of his songs. Apart from being a talented musician, Rahman is also a gem of a person. People close to the composer describe him as humble and down to earth. As he turns a day older, here are few lesser-known facts about the music maestro.
- Rahman was born in a Hindu family as Dileep Kumar.
- The music maestro went ahead to embrace Islam at the age of 23.
- Before making big in the entertainment industry, Rahman featured in Doordarshan’s Wonder Balloon as a kid. He shot to fame after he played 4 keyboards at once on the show.
- Rahman was first spotted by Mani Ratnam and he began film scoring for Tamil film Roja in 1992. The composer got a sum of Rs 25,000 for the project.
- Rahman and his son Ameen share the same birthdate, that is January 6.
- AR Rahman is the first Asian to win 2 Oscars in the same year.
- He is also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri recipient.
- Airtel’s signature tune is composed by Rahman.
Rahman started working when he was in school as his family was going through financial difficulties. His first salary was Rs 50. His job was to operate a record player. Team Newsd wishes AR Rahaman, a very happy birthday!
