Ask A.R. Rahman

How about we get some more questions directed toward WOMEN?? It's been a non-stop spotlight on men... how about some more variety please??

How did you find a such inspiration? I mean I would like to know your inspiring influence.
Great job for the Dany Boyle's movie.

Dear AR,

Congratulations!

My questio is :
What are you asked to do more often? Understand the lyrics and them compose sound track Or compose the sound track first and somebody will write a suitable song?

Thanks,
Nilesh

Is most of your work a transcription of the music in your head or the music that the rest of the world makes?

Rehman Ji,

You have been composing music for such a long time. Which of your Song/Album/Movie you rate as the best so far. Also how do you compare your "Oscar Winning" work in "Slumdog Millionaire" with your other composings.

As your fan, I cannot really compare/rate one to other, since every composing done by you is a master piece.

Finally congratulations on your double strike at Oscars this year!

regards
Mahesh

Are you not amazed how well Danny Boyle used your music in the movie? The impact of the movie gets enhanced and blends very well with the music. What efforts did you take to make Danny Boyle comfortable with your music?

Last but not the least, thanks for giving some really wonderful music.

Do you think Hollywood movies will have songs in the near future?
Why dont they hav it now??

What would you do if an offer came across your table to work on a movie that ridiculed or criticized your religion, culture, faith etc? Where do you draw the line?

As a convert to Islam, do you view your career in a spiritual light?

What plans do you have now, to "Go West" outside of Bollywood, with your music (which is great, thank you!)? Have there been any offers so far?

How do you think your career and music will change now you have won two very well deserved Oscars?

Rehman,
Why do you think there is a sudden acceptance of Indian music in America? What makes your music transcend different cultures? Do you think Oscars as the ultimate reward for your work in music?

Considering that Bollywood stars are unable to find success in Hollywood, what are your plans for/chances of making it in L.A ? Do you think it will be different since your craft is vital but behind the scenes ?

What's your favorite soundtrack of all time?

hi A.R.,
HOW DO YOU CONNECT FOREIGN AUDIENCE TO BE EMOTIONALLY ATTRACTED TO YOUR SONGS...

Every song has its own emotion/feel to it. How do you combine many emotions into one fantastic piece that is inspirational to all the senses?

Hi A. R,

what made you convert from Hinduism to Islam? How can Indians put behind their religious differences and move forward as one country?

Congrats on the Oscars. What do you think is the most difficult task for a music director in today's film industry? How do you handle it? Does winning an Oscar add to that difficulty in terms of expectations from your audience (which is now grown multi-fold)

In your Oscar speech , u mentioned that you have choice between HATE and LOVE and you choose Love. Can you elaborate on it?

Will you work any American or British artists in the near future?

Some Islamic fundamentalists forbid people to listen to music. What is your view on this?

Your initials, A. R. Rahman, represents Allah Rakha Rahman. Having the name used for the Muslim God, do you find your name troubling to you when confronting and meeting people, especially Muslims - and is it the reason for you initalising of your name?

"Asiatic Mozart". What do you think of that comparison with the classic ones? Is there any possibility that the electronic find an outstanding place in the history of music? Thank you for your work. It's amazing!!

What are your top three favorite type of music and is there a singing language that moves you more than the other.

I was pleased to hear an arrangement of "Vicker" for the Miami Men's Glee Club, and I thought it was very compelling and effective. Have you considered composing choral music?