A. R. Rahman
Playback singer · Capricorn
About
A. R. Rahman is an Indian music composer, singer and record producer who works predominantly in Tamil and Hindi cinema. He is internationally renowned for his film scores and songs blending Indian classical music with electronic and world music.
Family
Parent
- R. K. Shekhar not in the catalogue yet
Child
- Khatija Rahman not in the catalogue yet
Personal details
- Full name
- A. S. Dileep Kumar
- Also known as
- Allahrakka Rahman, Allah Rakha Rahman, A. S. Dileep Kumar, Dileep Kumar Rajagopala
- Born
- January 6, 1967
- Birthplace
- Chennai
- Nationality
- India
- Education
- Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, Madras Christian College Higher Secondary School
- Years active
- 1985–present
Known for
- Roja (1992)
- Bombay (1995)
- Dil Se (1998)
- Lagaan (2001)
- Slumdog Millionaire (2008)
Awards
- Padma Bhushan
- Padma Shri
- Academy Award
- Grammy Award
- National Film Award
Trivia & fun facts
- He won two Academy Awards for the film 'Slumdog Millionaire'.
