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The Mozart of Madras: The extraordinary journey of AR Rahman

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Life of AR Rahman

AR Rahman was born on January 6, 1967, as AS Dileep Kumar. His immense success has earned him the nickname ‘the Mozart of Madras.’
 

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AR Rahman

At the age of 23, AR Rahman converted to Islam with his family members.
 

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AR Rahman's journey

At the young age of 13, AR Rahman appeared in a Doordarshan show. He earned fame for playing four keyboards simultaneously. 

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Breakthrough

AR Rahman began his professional music career in the year 1991. In 1992, he worked with Mani Ratnam for the film ‘Roja.’
 

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Roja

‘Roja’ was the first breakthrough of AR Rahman’s career. 
 

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130 awards

AR Rahman has won more than 130 awards till date in his music career.
 

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Slumdog Millionaire

AR Rahman was honoured with the prestigious BAFTA, Academy and Grammy Award for the film ‘Slumdog Millionaire.’ 
 

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Padma Shri

He has also been honoured with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan.

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