Renowned composer AR Rahman has opened up about scoring music for the upcoming epic film ‘Ramayana’, emphasizing that art transcends faith.
Identifying as a Muslim who studied in a Brahmin school, Rahman shared that he deeply values the virtues taught in Hindu epics.
He cited the Prophet’s teachings on the universality of knowledge to explain his connection to the project.
The soundtrack is a massive collaboration between Rahman and legendary Jewish composer Hans Zimmer, set to release later in 2026.
Rahman described the project as a bridge between cultures, highlighting the unique mix of a Muslim and a Jewish composer working on a Hindu text.
He expressed pride in taking this Indian story to a global audience with love and radiance.
Discussing the creative process, Rahman revealed he had to “unlearn” conventional instincts to capture the timeless quality of the epic.
Working alongside experts like Dr. Kumar Vishwas for Sanskrit nuances, Rahman aims to create a soundscape that honors tradition while offering something new to the world.
