Happy Birthday AR Rahaman: Music Maestro Turns 56

Happy Birthday AR Rahaman: Music Maestro turns 56

On January 6, the renowned artist AR Rahman celebrates his 56th birthday.

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Rahman has created timeless melodies in numerous languages.

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The song Jai Ho from the movie Slumdog Millionaire earned the composer an Oscar.

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He has been a fan favourite for for than 30 years and is referred to as the "Mozart of Madras."

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Some of the famous songs composed by him include Tu Hi Re, Luka Chuppi, Maa Tujhe Salaam, Chaiyya Chaiyya, and Kun Faaya Kun.

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