A. R. Rahman Age, Height, Weight, Wiki, Biography, Family, And More

A. R. Rahman Age

57 Years Old

Biography

Full Name	Allah Rakha Rahma
Date of Birth	6 January 1967
Age	57 Years Old
Place of Birth	Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Nationality	Indian
Religion	Islam
Profession	Singer

Family

Father	R. K. Shekhar
Mother	Kareema Beegum
Brother	None
Sister	A. R. Reihana, Fathima Rafiq Ishrath Qadri
Spouse	Saira Banu
Kids	Khatija, Rahima Ameen

Physical Measurements

Height	5 feet 5 Inches
Weight	70 kg
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Brown

Education

School	Padma Seshadri Bal Bhavan, Chennai
College	Madras Christian College, Chennai Trinity College of Music, Oxford University, United Kingdom
Qualification	Graduate

Career

In 1987, Rahman, then known as Dileep, began composing jingles for advertisements and television channels, including the iconic Titan Watches jingle using Mozart’s Symphony no.25 theme. In 1992, he ventured into film scoring with Mani Ratnam’s Tamil film “Roja,” marking the beginning of his illustrious career.

Rahman established Panchathan Record Inn, a state-of-the-art studio in his backyard, which quickly became one of India’s most advanced recording studios. His breakthrough came with “Roja,” earning him the National Film Award for Best Music Director. He continued to deliver successful scores for Tamil films, including “Bombay,” “Gentleman,” and “Kadhalan.”

His innovative blend of Western classical music, traditional Tamil and folk music, jazz, and rock garnered international attention. The soundtrack for “Bombay” sold millions worldwide and featured the iconic “Bombay Theme.”

Rahman’s Bollywood debut came with “Rangeela,” followed by successful scores for “Dil Se..” and “Taal,” featuring the popular song “Chaiyya Chaiyya.” He expanded his studio, establishing AM Studios in 2005.

In 2008, Rahman achieved global acclaim with his soundtrack for “Slumdog Millionaire,” winning two Academy Awards. His compositions for films like “Swades,” “Rang De Basanti,” and “Jodhaa Akbar” also received widespread recognition.

Throughout the 2000s, Rahman continued to deliver hit scores for films like “Rockstar,” “Enthiran,” and “Kadal.” He ventured into Hollywood with projects like “Warriors of Heaven and Earth” and “Elizabeth: The Golden Age.”

In 2010, Rahman composed for “Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa,” “Enthiran,” and “127 Hours.” His collaboration with Michael Bolton on “Gems – The Duets Collection” marked another milestone.

Rahman’s involvement in non-film projects included albums like “Vande Mataram” and “Jana Gana Mana.” He performed at prestigious events like the Nobel Peace Prize Concert and collaborated with artists on various projects.

In 2011, Rahman joined the supergroup SuperHeavy, featuring Mick Jagger and Dave Stewart. He composed a Punjabi song for the London Olympics opening ceremony in 2012.

Rahman launched Qyuki, a networking site for creative professionals, in 2012. He embarked on the Rahmanishq tour in 2013, showcasing his musical talents across India.

In 2016, Rahman performed live concerts in Chennai and other cities, using proceeds for charitable causes. He released “The Flying Lotus,” a musical piece inspired by demonetization, in 2017.

Rahman ventured into television with shows like “Harmony” and “ARRived.” He mentored artists through initiatives like NEXA Music and appeared as a judge on “The Voice.”

In 2019, Rahman collaborated with Marvel to compose the promotional track “Marvel Anthem” for “Avengers: Endgame.” He also collaborated with U2 on the single “Ahimsa,” celebrating non-violence and peace.