He may be fondly known as the Mozart from Chennai but today, he is a role model to the society and most importantly, he is an icon for the youth.
We are talking about the music genius A R Rahman and the magical tunes he had composed many years ago are famous even today. However, all that glory and shine seems to have become a thing of the past for this man and today, a question is being raised if Rahman has become a wrong icon for the youth.
While his recent spate of movies has failed to impress in terms of the songs and compositions, the nail was struck due to the CWG controversy. The theme song for the grand and prestigious event of the country turned out to be very dull and when Rahman was asked for another version initially, he said no. well, if its cinema then it is ok but it is a matter of the nation and the pride of the country and Rahman’s reaction was shocking. Many felt that he should have taken the criticism as a challenge and proved his mettle so that it will be a good answer to many critics but that didn’t happen.
Though it is now being reported in one or two newspapers that Rahman has agreed to make few amendments, some are saying that he is doing so after tremendous pressure and some are saying that such thing is not happening at all.
Whatever it may be, the damage has been done and impressions which are quite delicate have got spoiled due to Rahman’s stand on the first instant. While his penchant to prove himself in the international world may be high, Rahman must realize that if he is a celebrity then it is due to his fans starting from Chennai to all over this big country. And given the long span of career he still has, it is about time he feels responsible towards the youth of this country.
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