Apart from being a music composer, he is also a singer-songwriter, music producer, and philanthropist. His extensive body of work for film and stage has given him the nickname of ‘the Mozart of Madras.’ Born on January 6, 1967, he is known for his works in Indian cinema, especially in Tamil and Hindi films.
Before his career in the industry, he began his career composing jingles for brands like Titan and Allwyn. His music journey began in 1992 with the Tamil film Roja, which became a massive success. He also composed music for several other Tamil films, including Bombay, Kadhalan and Gentleman.
His Bollywood debut with Rangeela was also a huge success, followed by critically acclaimed soundtracks for Dil Se, Taal and Lagaan. With a career spanning over three decades, Rahman has received numerous accolades. The list of awards includes the National Film Award, Grammy Awards and others. On the occasion of his birthday, let’s explore some of the achievements of AR Rahman.
National Film Awards
2024 | Ponniyin Selvan: Part I: Best Music Direction – Background Score.
2018 | Kaatru Veliyidai: Best Music Direction – Songs.
2018 | Mom: Best Music Direction – Background Score.
2003 | A Peck on the Cheek: Best Music Direction.
2002 | Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India: Best Music Director.
1997 | Minsaara Kanavu: Best Music Director.
1993 | Roja: Best Music Director.
Academy Awards
2009 | Slumdog Millionaire: Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Score.
2009 | Slumdog Millionaire: Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song
Special Awards
1195 | RD Burman Award for New Music Talent.
BAFTA Awards
2009 | Slumdog Millionaire: Anthony Asquith Award for Film Music
Critics Choice Awards
2011 | 127 Hours: Best Song.
2009 | Slumdog Millionaire: Best Composer
Filmfare Awards
2012 | Rockstar: Best Music Director.
2010 | Delhi-6: Best Music Director.
2009 | Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na: Best Music Director.
2009 | Jodhaa Akbar: Best Background Score.
2008 | Guru: Best Music Director.
2008 | Guru: Best Background Score.
2007 | Rang De Basanti: Best Music Director.
2005 | Swades: Best Background Score.
2003 | Saathiya: Best Music Director.
2003 | The Legend of Bhagat Singh: Best Background Score.
2002 | Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India: Best Music Director.
2000 | Taal: Best Music Director.
1999 | Dil Se..: Best Music Director.
1996 | Rangeela: Best Music Director.
Golden Globes
2009 | Slumdog Millionaire: Best Original Score – Motion Picture
Filmfare OTT Awards
2024 | Amar Singh Chamkila: Best Music Album.
Global Film Awards
2006 | Rang De Basanti: Best Music.
2006 | Rang De Basanti: Best Background Score.
Gold Derby Awards
2009 | Slumdog Millionaire: Original Score.
Awards Circuit Community Awards.
2008 | Slumdog Millionaire: Best Original Score.
CineMAA Awards
2011 | Ye Maaya Chesave: Best Music Director.
Hollywood Music In Media Awards (HMMA)
2024 | The Goat Life: Best Original Score – Independent Film (Foreign Language).
New York Film Critics, Online
2008 | Slumdog Millionaire: Best Use of Music.
