AR Rahman
AR Rahman’s divorce and Mohini Dey’s split unrelated, says lawyer
On Tuesday evening, AR Rahman and his wife, Saira Banu, revealed their decision to part ways after 29 years of marriage. Coincidentally, the same day, Mohini Dey, a long-time bassist who has collaborated with Rahman for years, also announced the dissolution of her marriage. Following media speculation about a connection between the two events, Rahman and Saira’s legal team firmly denied any association.
AR Rahman criticises AI in music, labels it 'evil'
Acclaimed composer AR Rahman is the latest prominent figure in the music industry to voice concerns over the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) within the field. He has urged for limitations to be placed on the unchecked use of this technology.
AR Rahman endorses US presidential candidate Kamala Harris with virtual concert
As part of his endorsement, Rahman performed a 30-minute virtual concert, organised in collaboration with the Asian-American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Victory Fund, a political action committee that mobilises AAPI voters and supports Democratic candidates.
AR Rahman talks about his love for Bangla and Bangabandhu
AR Rahman is currently at the 77th Cannes Film Festival to unveil his musical documentary "Headhunting to Beatboxing".
Asif Akbar makes an appearance on BBC’s ‘Nadia Ali Show’
Bangladeshi musician Asif Akbar recently attended an event hosted by the international media giant BBC in the UK. He engaged in a lively conversation on “The Nadia Ali Show” at the BBC's London headquarters.
Asif Akbar on his way to debut in Bollywood
Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar lately demonstrated his versatility by venturing into Bollywood songs. Recently, he journeyed to India and recorded a track at AR Rahman's KM Studio and Yash Raj Studio. Taking to social media, he excitedly announced his debut in the Indian film industry, although he kept the film's name under wraps.
Amitabh Bachchan to receive Lata Mangeshkar Award; AR Rahman, Randeep Hooda also honoured
Amitabh Bachchan, a name synonymous with megastardom in the Indian film industry, has amassed numerous accolades throughout his illustrious career. Adding to his long list of achievements, he will soon be honoured with the prestigious Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puruskar.
Hans Zimmer to debut in Bollywood, collaborate with AR Rahman
Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari has commenced shooting for “Ramayana”, with Ranbir Kapoor portraying Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Sunny Deol as Hanuman, and Yash as Ravana. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Nitesh and producer Namit Malhotra have enlisted the services of Oscar-winners Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman for the project. Hans Zimmer is renowned for his work on films such as “The Lion King”, “Man of Steel”, “Interstellar”, “Dark Knight” Trilogy, and “Inception”, among others.
AR Rahman defends decision to use AI in music, credits it as a 'tool to speed up things’
Renowned musician AR Rahman has sparked a conversation in the music industry after revealing his use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recreating the voices of two late singers, Bamba Bakya and Shahul Hameed, for the song "Thimiri Yezhuda" in Rajinikanth's “Lal Salaam”. While the decision has drawn criticism, Rahman stands firm, defending the integration of AI as a means to enhance efficiency rather than replace human talent.
AR Rahman reaches Nagore Dargah in auto-rickshaw
Renowned musician AR Rahman, made a humble yet significant entrance at the Nagore Dargah in Nagapattinam, arriving in an auto-rickshaw to participate in the revered Kanduri festival.
Arijit Singh reveals AR Rahman was the first to use auto-tune
In a recent interview, Arijit Singh explained that auto-tune cannot turn non-singers into singers and revealed that Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman first used it.
Coke Studio Bangla presents ‘Karar Oi Louho Kabat’ in original tune amid Pippa controversy
Coke Studio Bangla has launched a new video song featuring eminent poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s “Karar Oi Louho Kabat", in its original tune sung by young students from numerous educational institutions of the country, to commemorate the 53rd Victory Day.
Legal notice sent to halt streaming of AR Rahman’s ‘Karar Oi Louho Kabat’ rendition
A legal notice was served on the government in order to remove or halt the streaming of AR Rahman’s version of the song “Karar Oi Louho Kabat” from all social media, OTT, and streaming platforms in Bangladesh immediately.
Protests by artistes from two Bengals rise against distortion of ‘Karar Oi Louho Kopat’
National Poet of Bangladesh, Kazi Nazrul Islam's granddaughter Khilkhil Kazi and grandson Kazi Arindam recently held a press conference to protest against the distorted re-composition of the song “Karar Oi Louho Kopat" by AR Rahman, for the film “Pippa”.
The ‘Karar Oi Louho Kopat’ controversy
The makers of "Pippa" could have chosen singers with prior experience of rendering Nazrul Islam’s songs.
'Pippa' producers issue statement of apology
Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman faced severe criticism for the remake of National Poet of Bangladesh Kazi Nazrul Islam’s song “Karar Oi Louho Kopat”. The general audience from both sides of the border has also been taunting Rahman about the song.
After Nazrul’s family, Indian artistes demand removal of Nazrul song from ‘Pippa’
Eminent Indian poet Joy Goswami, shared, “Distorting songs of Kazi Nazrul Islam in this manner is a form of misrepresentation and should not be acceptable. I express my agreement with your protest against such actions.”
Nazrul’s granddaughter will not let anyone tarnish his legacy
According to them, if artistes unite and make this demand collectively without resorting to chaos, then it's possible to find a solution to the crisis that has arisen. Aiming that anyone else will become aware before taking any attempts to alter the tunes of Nazrul and Rabindranath, or any other artiste's work.
Netizens slam AR Rahman’s rendition of Nazrul Sangeet
Famed music composer-singer AR Rahman’s version of Bengali poet and songwriter Kazi Nazrul Islam’s classic song, “Karar Oi Louho Kopat,” has sparked diverse reactions amongst listeners and admirers of Nazrul Sangeet, making them say “can't play with our emotions."