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  • Grammys 2022: AR Rahman attends with son, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy talks of ‘silence of ruined cities’ in speech

    India’s music icon AR Rahman attended the sixty fourth Annual Grammy Awards alongside together with his son. The maestro and his son AR Ameen shared clicks from the occasion on social media handles.

    From captions like “Parenting” to “All set” Rahman’s clicks left followers in awe who gushed seeing the Indian artiste on the Grammys’ pink carpet. While the music maker was wearing a golden-black swimsuit ensemble, his son stored the apparel vibrant with a printed shirt.

    All set pic.twitter.com/p2Dwk79aTw

    — A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) April 4, 2022

    Grammys😍 pic.twitter.com/wM0q42kOFG

    — A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) April 3, 2022

    Parenting 😍 pic.twitter.com/VNSQi4tbZd

    — A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) April 4, 2022

    In the meantime, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeared in a video message on the Grammy Awards. In the clip, he made an enchantment asking for help in telling the story of Ukraine’s invasion by Russia. During the message, he likened the invasion to a lethal silence threatening to extinguish the desires and lives of the Ukrainian folks, together with kids.

    “Our musicians wear body armor instead of tuxedos. They sing to the wounded in hospitals, even to those who can’t hear them. But the music will break through anyway,” he mentioned.

    The Recording Academy, with its accomplice Global Citizen, previous to the ceremony highlighted a social media marketing campaign known as Stand Up For Ukraine to lift cash and help throughout the humanitarian disaster.

    “Fill the silence with your music. Fill it today to tell our story. Tell the truth about the war on your social networks, on TV, support us in any way you can any, but not silence. And then peace will come to all our cities,” Zelenskyy added.

    Here is Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s pre-taped speech on the #Grammys, introducing a efficiency for Ukraine from John Legend: “Our musicians wear body armor instead of tuxedos. They sing to the wounded in hospitals.” https://t.co/rjX2S54hkr pic.twitter.com/43fcZTrjQK

    — Variety (@Variety) April 4, 2022

    We joined forces with @GlblCtzn to #StandUpForUkraine.

    Please be a part of us and donate: https://t.co/7u5wPsJCrs #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/n3lqHvyFHJ

    — Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) April 4, 2022

    We’re honored to welcome Ukrainian musicians #SiuzannaIglidan, @Mika_Newton, and poet #LyubaYakimchuk to the #GRAMMYs.

    Our hearts and our stage maintain a particular place for the folks of Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/CFV1bcR4hN

    — Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) April 4, 2022

    Zelenskyy’s message was adopted by John Legend’s efficiency on “Free with Ukrainian” musicians Siuzanna Iglidan and Mika Newton, and poet Lyuba Yakimchuk.

    Every yr, the Grammys honour musical artistes, compositions and albums. They have been held yearly since 1959. This yr, the variety of classes has been bumped to 86, which is greater than final yr’s 84 classes.

    (With inputs from AP)

  • AR Rahman on Netflix’s House of Secrets: ‘An unexplored territory which required a distinct musical approach’

    Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman says creating the unique rating for the documentary-series House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths, directed by Leena Yadav and Anubhav Chopra, has been an distinctive expertise.
    The Netflix docu-series traces the thriller behind India’s notorious 2018 Burari deaths, the place 11 members throughout three generations of a household have been discovered lifeless underneath unusual circumstances of their home in Delhi.

    AR Rahman, who has predominantly composed soundtracks for function movies throughout languages, stated “House of Secrets” gave him a chance to have a extra nuanced musical strategy.
    “Collaborating with Leena Yadav ji on ‘House of Secrets’ was a unique experience for me. Since the docu-series concerns a sensitive, complex issue, it required a distinct, nuanced musical approach — enigmatic yet gripping. I am glad to have worked on such a project, which so far has been an unexplored territory for me,” he stated in an announcement.
    The docu-series goals to take viewers by means of totally different levels of the investigation of the case, bringing forth putting and surprising revelations and Yadav believes AR Rahman‘s rating has elevated the storytelling on many ranges.

    “Working with Rahman Sir on ‘House of Secrets’ has been an especially enriching expertise for me as a film-maker. It’s such a pleasure while you discover a collaboration that not solely elevates the story-telling but in addition teaches you a lot classes alongside the best way.

    “I think the music that Rahman Sir scored has given the series not just a mood, but also an enormous emotional depth… Having a great artist like him leave his footprints on our telling of this complex case has been an honour,” the director stated.
    House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths will begin streaming on Netflix from Friday.

  • AR Rahman, Gulzar collaborate with Bollywood’s star singers for Meri Pukaar Suno, an ode to Mother Earth

    AR Rahman and Gulzar, who’ve created unimaginable songs during the last three many years, are again with yet one more soulful quantity, “Meri Pukaar Suno”. The single is a tribute to Mother Earth, written from her perspective, the place she is interesting to individuals to worth the present of “sun, water and air”.
    “It is an appeal from Maati Maa (Mother Earth) to value the gift of life. To believe that despite the darkness & despair, there will be sunshine. Together, we will heal,” reads the tune’s description.

    “Meri Pukaar Suno” stands out not solely due to AR Rahman’s soothing sound and Gulzar’s profound lyrics, but additionally as a result of proficient feminine playback singers who headline the tune. The tune has been crooned by Shreya Ghoshal, Sadhna Sargam, Okay S Chitra, Alka Yagnik, Shashaa Tirupati and Asees Kaur, with Armaan Malik’s vocals making a particular look in the long run.
    Sharing the music video on her Instagram web page, Shreya Ghoshal wrote, “Giving you the gift of HOPE and HEALING today from from all of us with love!”
    The music video of “Meri Pukaar Suno” options all of the singers wearing white as they croon the tune, whereas a gaggle of youngsters is seen portray on canvas boards. The video ends with the body of a mom, within the form of India’s map, caressing a child in her lap.

  • Rosshan Andrrews to remake Prithviraj-starrer Mumbai Police in Tamil?

    Malayalam filmmaker Rosshan Andrrews on Monday marked the eighth anniversary of his hit cop movie Mumbai Police with an announcement. Rosshan revealed that he will likely be quickly remaking Mumbai Police. “8 years of ‘ Mumbai police ‘ !!! Sharing some great memories with you all …. Aliyaaaaaa …… still people talk about this film! We are remaking this film very soon …. will give all the details … just wait … love you all ! @therealprithvi @actor_jayasurya @rahman_actor (sic),” the filmmaker wrote on his Instagram account.
    However, Rosshan didn’t reveal the language during which he intends to remake the movie. Industry buzz suggests that he’s going to helm the undertaking in Tami. It additionally stays to be seen whether or not he’ll retain Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jayasurya and Rahman for the remake, given that every one three actors have already labored and made a mark within the Tamil movie business.

    The Tamil movie viewers can also be conversant in Rosshan Andrrews, courtesy 36 Vayadhinile, the remake of the Malayalam movie How Old Are You. The movie, which was a few 36-year-old girl’s existential wrestle, marked the comeback of Jyotika after a niche of eight years.
    Mumbai Police revolves round a homicide investigation by an officer who suffers partial reminiscence loss following an accident. The movie obtained vast acclaim and have become a field workplace hit when it launched in 2013.
    Meanwhile, Rosshan Andrrews is busy together with his subsequent undertaking Salute. It is a cop thriller starring Dulquer Salmaan within the lead function. Screenwriter duo Bobby-Sanjay has written the movie, which additionally stars Diana Penty, Manoj Ok. Jayan and Saniya Iyappan.

  • 99 Songs is about one man’s wrestle in opposition to the previous and new world: AR Rahman

    Describing his maiden manufacturing 99 Songs as an “experiential movie”, music maestro AR Rahman says the movie revolves round a person who makes use of music to navigate the struggles of each the previous and new world.
    The musical drama film is a narrative about artwork and self-discovery of a struggling singer who needs to be a profitable music composer.
    Directed by debutant Vishwesh Krishnamoorthy, 99 Songs stars newcomers Ehan Bhat and Edilsy Vargas.
    Rahman has additionally co-written the film, which is produced underneath his banner YM Movies.

    “As part of my production company, YM Movies, I’m happy to collaborate with Jio Studios in bringing together this experiential movie. ’99 Songs’ is about one man’s struggle against the old and the new world. And the antidote is music,” the Oscar winner, who has composed the music for 99 Songs, mentioned in an announcement.
    Actors Lisa Ray, Manisha Koirala, Aditya Seal, composer-drummer Ranjit Barot, and Indian Ocean’s Rahul Ram will probably be seen in supporting roles within the movie.
    “It’s my pleasure to introduce the film’s director Vishwesh Krishnamoorthy and a talented cast comprising Ehan Bhat and Edilsy Vargas. It was a great experience working with icons like Manisha Koirala and Lisa Ray, and music legends Ranjit Barot and Rahul Ram,” Rahman added.
    Presented by Jio Studios, the movie is co-produced by Ideal Entertainment.
    99 Songs will launch in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on April 16.

  • AR Rahman turns 54: Honey Singh, Mahesh Babu, Madhuri Dixit and others want ‘Isai Puyal’

    AR Rahman is celebrating his 54th birthday in the present day. Fans and celebrities took to social media to share needs for the ace music composer.
    Mahesh Babu tweeted, “Happy birthday @arrahman… Wishing you the best of health and happiness always!.”
    Sharing a photograph of AR Rahman, Honey Singh wrote, “Super Happy Birthday to God of Music , my guru , my inspiration, my ustaad ji @arrahman” Harshdeep Kaur shared a video and wrote, “Happy Birthday @arrahman Sir God bless you with good health and happiness! Dedicating “Mannchandre” – a masterpiece composed by the legend himself. Honestly..life would have been like an empty canvas with out his music #ARRahman #HappyBirthdayARRahman @ARRahmanFC24x7.”

    Madhuri Dixit posted on Twitter, “May the year ahead dance to your melodious tunes @arrahman. Wishing you lots of love & happiness. Happy Birthday!”
    R Ajay Gnanamuthu shared on Twitter, “Wishing dearest @arrahman sir a very very Happy Birthday!! Love you sir!! CVFs Ready!!?? #Cobra #CobraTeaser #ChiyaanVikram.”
    Dhivyadharshini tweeted, “Dearest n most loved @arrahman sir… my prayers are that you should always be blessed with more love, happiness, peace, health & wealth in your life and endless music for us to live on it. HAPPY BDAY SIR. INSHA ALLAH. #HappyBirthdayARRahman.”
    See all of the birthday needs for AR Rahman right here:

    Happy Birthday @arrahman Sir 🙏🏼God bless you with good well being and happiness!
    Dedicating “Mannchandre” – a masterpiece composed by the legend himself.Honestly..life would have been like an empty canvas with out his music 🙏🏼#ARRahman#HappyBirthdayARRahman @ARRahmanFC24x7 pic.twitter.com/YyU5SUAEHU
    — Harshdeep Kaur (@HarshdeepKaur) January 6, 2021

    Happy birthday @arrahman .. May the pressure be with you!
    — Rajiv Menon (@DirRajivMenon) January 6, 2021

    Happy birthday THALAIVAAA @arrahman sir 🎂 sir want one new image with you sir 🙏 please assist 🙏 pic.twitter.com/DsIB7fN3RL
    — PREMGI (@Premgiamaren) January 6, 2021

    Wishing the PRIDE OF INDIAN MUSIC @arrahman A really pleased brithday !! 🧡
    The Composer Musician Who launched the definition of Sound 🎵🏆🥁
    Wishing our legend a Super profitable 12 months forward 🏆🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵 pic.twitter.com/8xhpy9xv7R
    — thaman S (@MusicThaman) January 6, 2021

    Happy birthday @ARRahman sir. Always impressed by you and your respect and dedication to music and God. It’s what makes you the legend you’re. Grateful to have labored & carried out with you so early on in my profession. Love & respect at all times 🙏🏻❤️ pic.twitter.com/lg8BkqAWtL
    — ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) January 6, 2021

    Happy birthday to the emperor @arrahman .. love you sir 🤗🤗🤗
    — Anirudh Ravichander (@anirudhofficial) January 6, 2021

    Wishing dearest @arrahman sir a really very Happy Birthday!! 🤗🤗❤️❤️ Love you sir!! CVFs Ready!!?? #Cobra #CobraTeaser #ChiyaanVikram @7screenstudio @Lalit_SevenScr @IrfanPathan @SrinidhiShetty7 @theedittable @dop_harish @SonyMusicSouth @proyuvraaj pic.twitter.com/YCCorMkqS2
    — R Ajay Gnanamuthu (@AjayGnanamuthu) January 6, 2021

    Happy bday to you @arrahman sir 😍 Lots of affection to you 🤗💛 pic.twitter.com/0qLVib27KS
    — Shanthnu 🌟 ஷாந்தனு Buddy (@imKBRshanthnu) January 6, 2021

    Hearty birthday needs! Epitome of Simplicity! @arrahman sir!We love you and your Music!#HappyBirthdayARRahman
    — D.IMMAN (@immancomposer) January 6, 2021

    Wishing sir @arrahman a really pleased birthday 💥Legend Forever 💥❤️
    — Guru Randhawa (@GuruOfficial) January 6, 2021

    Been a giant fan of yours for the longest time. A superb artist and an especially humble and proud tamizhan.Wish you the perfect within the years to return
    Happy birthday @arrahman! pic.twitter.com/d4pu00uold
    — DK (@DineshKarthik) January 6, 2021

    To the legendary @arrahman sir whom we’re extraordinarily honoured to have on- board for #Cobra, Wishing you a superb birthday
    And to all of the cinema followers on the market, #CobraTeaser coming ur approach on ninth Jan#ChiyaanVikram @AjayGnanamuthu @Lalit_SevenScr @IrfanPathan @SrinidhiShetty7 pic.twitter.com/Mkdc1e14kQ
    — Seven Screen Studio (@7screenstudio) January 6, 2021

    On the event of AR Rahman’s birthday, the makers of Vikram-starrer Cobra introduced that the movie’s teaser will probably be launched on January 9. Rahman is composing music for the film.