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Craig Armstrong/AR Rahman's soundtrack - STORM - Used in Man of Steel Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-7GoyusdtQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVu3gS7iJu4
A.R. Rahman Mixes Part. 1
1. "Mehndi Hai Rachnewali" from "Zubeida" vs "Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down" from "The Element of Freedom" by Alicia Keys.
2. "Urvasi Urvasi" from "Kadhalan" vs "Find Your Love" from "Thank Me Later" by Drake.
3. "Chalo Chale Mitwa" from "Nayak" vs "21 Seconds" from "They Don't Know" by So Solid Crew.
4. "Khwaja Mere Khawaja" from "Jodhaa Akbar" vs "Everything at Once" from "Two" by Lenka.
5. "Pappu Can't Dance" from "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na" vs "Bonkers" from "Tongue n' Cheek" by Dizzee Rascal.
A.R Rahman's son gives debut performance at CIFF
.Chennai, Dec 13 (IANS) Oscar-winning Indian composer A.R Rahman's son Ameen gave his first public performance at the opening ceremony of 10th Chennai International Film Festival (CIFF) here Thursday.
The 10-year-old Ameen performed a short medley on the piano from Mani Ratnam's "Roja" to a full house here, while students from Rahman's KM music conservatory also entertained with exhilarating performances.
Members from KM foundation choir performed "Al Maddath Maula" from Aamir Kan starrer "Mangal Pandey" and two of Rahman's greatest Tamil hits from "Thiruda Thiruda" and "Kadhalan".
The event was led by Tamil actress Suhasini Maniratnam along with Tamil actor R. Sarath Kumar, president, South Indian Artists Association and Tamil director Ameer and cinematographer S.P Jananathan.
Speaking at the event, Sarath Kumar said: "This event wouldn't have been possible without the support of Tamil Nadu government and the relentless effort of Suhasini and her team".
"We've requested the state government to sanction us funds to have separate screening theatres to organize film festivals and encourage the development of arts," he added.
The eight-day long event will screen 154 films from over 50 countries. Out of the 154 films, 12 Tamil, 9 Indian panorama and 133 foreign films will be screened.
The 12 Tamil films will compete in a special category competition to be judged by Veteran Tamil actor Sivakumar, cinematographer B.R Vijayalakshmi and national award winning Tamil director A. Sarkunam.
The winners will receive trophies from megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Dec 20. The opening film of the festival was French drama "Amour".
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http://in.omg.yahoo.com/news/r-rahma...182028623.html
AR Rehman's Son ARR Ameen's Debut Performance at 10th CIFF Inauguration
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTbLbYHIb6o&sns=tw
rare thalaivar foto
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Music Review: Kadal
And the magicians are back! Music genius A.R. Rahman gives his best for a Mani Ratnam and Kadal is nothing less than a musical treat. The duo has once again taken Tamil film music to the next level. Here we take a look...
The album begins with the soft and serene 'Chitirai Neela' rendered in the soulful voice of Vijay Yesudas. Vairamuthu's magical words have further uprised the emotions. This song is about a new born baby's cry... Then comes the gospel-styled 'Adiye' sung by Sid Sriram. Madhan Karky's lyrics are soulful and Rahman gives a new touch to this choir like track. Abhay Jodhpurkar and Harini have rendered the soft haunting melody 'Moongil Thottam' with supreme confidence while the man himself, Rahman, has sung the mond blowing 'Elay Keechan' which takes music to next level. Nobody expect Rahamn could think of adding such elegance to this country styled fishermen track.
And finally here we have the whimsical 'Nenjukkule' sung by A.R. Rahman and Shakthisree Gopalan. This song, which was premiered at the MTV Unplugged, is already a viral hit. It is pure magic indeed. Rahman has roped in Chennai Chorale for the choir-ish 'Anbin Vaasale' crooned by Haricharan. The album ends with the refreshing 'Magudi Magudi' in the electrifying voices of Aaryan Dinesh, Chinmayee and Tanvi Shah.
Mani Ratnam-Rahman never fails, and we agree that. This album is a pure magic.
http://www.galatta.com/tamil/news/mu...w-kadal/65562/
KADAL MUSIC REVIEW
http://www.musicaloud.com/2012/12/14...ie-soundtrack/
"Highway would feature the entire core crew of producer Sajid
Nadiadwala, director Imtiaz Ali , cinematographer Anil Mehta and music composer
A R Rahman from the film that Imtiaz would direct with Ranbir Kapoor in the lead
from 15 Sepember 2013."
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/e...medium=twitter
Infinite Love - Teaser
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ZCqqSOBfF0I
Full video available here:
http://videos.huffingtonpost.com/ent...Love-517620844
Full song has an awesome tune,beats... and rap by Blaaze
Lovely ! Lovely ! Lovely !
aduthaduthu saravediya varuthu..semma!!!
Infinite Love - Lyrics
http://www.musicsonglyrics.com/infin...ar-rahman.html
http://www.radioandmusic.com/content...stand-us#story
AR Rahman: "It's a huge ego issue for other countries to understand us"
Jescilia Karayamparambil 21 Dec 12 14:57 IST
Academy winning maestro AR Rahman launched a single titled 'Infinite Love' after a gap of fifteen years. The music composer who has made his mark in Indian as well as international music industry, is experimenting with new sounds and expanding his music each day. Some of his remarkable achievements include two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, four National Film Awards, fifteen Filmfare Awards and thirteen Filmfare Awards South. In 2009, Time placed Rahman in its list of World's Most Influential People.
Speaking with Radioandmusic.com, he expressed his ideas and experience about his single, KM Music Conservatory and classical music. A memory of Vande Mataram (!1997) was the last solo that was imprinted in the mind of Rahman fans but he is hoping borderless message given by 'Infinite Love' will all do the same.
Excerpts:
What was the idea behind ‘Infinite Love’?
Nothing was compelling enough for me. After Vande Mantram, which was a big canvas and larger than life, this is the only thing that beats it. It goes beyond border, both mental and physical once. I did not see anything so compatible. I didn’t even know about the music but the idea supersedes everything.
You have experimented with the song in terms of language and music?
My idea was to give a statement from India to the world especially in English. It’s time for us to give. I am aware that it’s a huge ego issue for people (other countries) to understand us. We have so much of wisdom and knowledge from centuries so why can’t we reveal and give to the world, all that we have. Why cannot we create options for our young creative leaders? The flag in the video is giving the message; I am giving a thought from India to the world and it’s not about myself it’s about our generation here. Putting seals in their mind, this is what we should do when we grow up giving to the world, giving to humanity.
What compelled you to work with lyricist Irshad Kamil for the Hindi version?
I was really comfortable working with Irshadji. He had written the hero Jingle, Rock star and it was very nice working with him.
Are there any plans of promoting the single?
I am thankful to god that this happened and even to Reliance foundation for their support.
I am planning of an extended play (EP) and also a remix of 'Infinite Love'. We wanted to release the song on 20 December because it was too timely with the conflicts and unforeseen happenings around the globe .
What are your plans of expansion for KM Music Conservatory?
Now, we are moving into a bigger campus five times of what we have, it’s a huge thing. Being emotionally attached and monitoring it personally is very exhausting for me, but it’s worth because kids are the future. We don't have musicians who play orchestral music as getting them in the conservatory is a task but as we move into the campus we will be able to do our full-fledged music. I see so much of brightness in the eyes of the kids that it has pushed me to far beyond and make KM really huge.
What do you think is limiting Indian classical music from becoming a part of Bollywood?
Classical music is a league of its own and I wish people expand it more. Earlier we had K Viswanath, R Balachandran and other amazing directors who made movies-based on carnatic music, to glorify them. Unfortunately, we don't have many of them left now. It’s the responsibility of the director or script writer to make a movie which is based on Indian music and attract the audience. We are somewhere rooted in our fantastic tradition that is such a gift to us. The situation with classical will change if we crack the code and give audiences the list of movies even if they don't like it. It’s the only way we can get the young generation aware.
Maestro Pandit Ravi Shankar had represented Indian Classical music around the world. How do you look at his loss?
It's a big loss. He was an amazing ambassador for sitar player and classical music. Off course, there is much new talent who are extra-ordinarily talented and they will take the matter going.
What are you future projects?
I am doing Anand Rai's 'Raanjhna', Mani Ratnam's forthcoming movie 'Kadal' and Imitiaz Ali's next movie. I have international project ‘Monkeys of Mumbai’ (Working Title) for DreamWorks Animation.
http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/a.../1/238981.html
- Bollywood's Most Admired Actor- Amitabh Bachchan
- Bollywood's Most Admired Actress- Sridevi
- Bollywood's Favourite Film Maker- Aditya Chopra
- Bollywood's Favourite Music Composer- A.R. Rahman
- Bollywood's Favourite Male Playback Singer- Sonu Nigam
- Bollywood's Favourite Female Playback Singer- Sunidhi Chauhan
- Most Admired Hollywood actress- Angelina Jolie
- Most Admired Hollywood actor- Johnny Depp
- Most Admired International female singer- Lady Gaga
- Most Admired International male singer- Bruno Mars
- Most Admired Business Icon- Ratan Tata
- Most Admired Sportsperson- Saina Nehwal
- Most Admired Woman Leader- Dr. Preetha Reddy
- Most Admired Young Political Leader- Rahul Gandhi
Read more at: http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/a.../1/238981.html
A lifetime opportunity to interact with the great ARR on his special day
You have listened to his chart buster hits. You've witnessed him bagging an Oscar, a Grammy and numerous other awards. And we bet you'd love to talk to him. Well, this is your lucky day!
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IndiaGlitz presents it's viewers a golden opportunity to send their greetings to A.R.Rahman, the man himself. In celebration of his birthday falling on the 6th of January, we are providing an exclusive chance for our viewers to record a video message which we will be sending to him. And of course, you get find out the answer from the man himself. The answer to that special question you've always wanted to ask.
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AR Rahman unveils 'Infinite Love' - Photo gallery:
http://photogallery.indiatimes.com/e...w/17709008.cms
Straight from the heart…
By Harshikaa Udasi (From The Hindu):
http://www.thehindu.com/arts/music/s...?homepage=true
AR RAHMAN LIVE IN CONCERT CHENNAI VIDEO
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIc_4...ayer_embedded#!
ARR'S Interview in UAE's joshfm tonite at 20.30 IST. Tune into joshfm.ae
Ajay if you are planning to listen to it, can you post some excerpts?
Sure will do.. :)
Nandri hai :-)
Satissh,
Nothing much in the interview. It's about 'Infinite Love'. Will share the transcript soon.
Cool, Dhanush on twitter said Mariyaan is almost complete and he is shooting for Ranjanha now.. So another album up for release I guess
DHANUSH TWEETS
Its raining in my heart with a r rahman sirs new song for raanjhanaa. Absolutely brilliant. Cant wait for you guys to listen to it.
ok..now it's working!!!
there is arr special 6 movies will showing on 6 jan thalaivar birthday in astro.
Jazz along the lines - A.R.Rahman Birthday Special
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