Overview
- Rahman posted a video saying he never wished to cause pain, calling India his inspiration, teacher and home.
- In the message, he highlighted inclusive efforts such as JHALAA, Rooh‑E‑Noor, the Sunshine Orchestra, Secret Mountain, and his Ramayana score with Hans Zimmer.
- He did not directly retract the BBC comment about a power shift and a possible communal factor, instead stressing intent, unity and cultural celebration.
- Reactions remain split, with Javed Akhtar and Shaan rejecting a communal angle while Paresh Rawal and Varun Grover publicly backed Rahman.
- The controversy followed his interview remarks about reduced Hindi-film work in recent years and his description of Chhaava as a film that cashed on divisiveness.