Overview
- In a viral clip, Anup Jalota says that if A. R. Rahman believes his religion costs him Hindi film work, he should reconvert to Hinduism and test whether offers return.
- Rahman’s original BBC Asian Network interview described fewer Hindi film offers, a shift of power to non-creative gatekeepers, and a possibility of a communal factor that was never expressed to his face.
- After backlash, Rahman posted a video saying he never intended to cause pain, calling India his inspiration and home and stressing his aim to serve through music.
- Industry reactions remain split, with Imtiaz Ali calling Rahman’s comments misconstrued and saying he has seen no communal bias, while Kangana Ranaut, Javed Akhtar, Shaan and Taslima Nasreen dispute the communal angle.
- Rahman’s children shared posts defending his legacy and national recognition, and the composer continues on high-profile work including Ramayana with Hans Zimmer.