Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:06am on 18 Jan 2026,Sunday India
A. R. Rahman has issued a public statement after facing criticism over remarks made in a recent interview. The composer said India is his inspiration, teacher, and home, and stressed that his words were misunderstood. Rahman said music has always been his way of serving the country and uniting cultures. He said he “never wished to cause pain” and hoped his intent would be understood. The statement was shared through a video that also showed crowds singing his song Maa Tujhe Salaam at a cricket match. Rahman cited his work with young musicians and multicultural projects as part of his long-standing commitment to India. (PC: India Today)
