The Mozart of Madras: The extraordinary journey 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.’
 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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