It is important to empower musicians: AR Rahman

Defined by his moments, A R Rahman has time and again pushed boundaries and inspired a brilliant sense of wonder and today, the creative genius holds the position of the country’s most high-profile musician. As the composer takes a deep breath saying, “When you do something, you do with the best of your knowledge and then you find there is much more that you can do or learn or adapt and then it becomes interesting.” His idea of evolving himself is not about better work but about creating something new in different areas, which he feels the most challenging aspect of his creative side. Very broadly, I think I have to learn so much and now, India is making big movies on different subjects so I am learning and trying new things as a gamble but feel satisfied.” While he has created a beautiful score to convey his imaginations, A R Rahman feels that the music industry has evolved over the years owing to better techniques and much more exposure. The more visibility you have the better work you produce,” says the musician and adds, “It’s important to give musicians the collective knowledge of technology, stage and Indian and western music so when they come out, they stand strong. It is no doubt that this attitude has won him multiple compliments from the music and film fraternity including one at a music function of Jai Ho when Anil Kapoor praised him personally ‘how did you not try such beautiful thoughts long back’ which the musician cherishes the most, “It was long back but I still remember and cherish.” Though his music has won many hearts, Jai Ho left the mark on the global platform with Oscar.