A new debate has erupted in the film industry after a statement by famous music composer AR Rahman. Actually, Rahman had said in an interview to BBC some time ago that he is not getting as many offers for work in Bollywood as before and he had cited communal discrimination as the reason behind this. All the Bollywood celebs reacted to his statement. Now Salim Merchant has also given his opinion on this statement of AR Rahman.
What did Salim Merchant say on Rahman’s statement of communal discrimination??
Music composer Salim Merchant recently collaborated with fellow composer A.R. Rahman has expressed his views on the statement of communal discrimination in the film industry. In fact, while talking to IANS, Salim first expressed respect for AR Rahman. After this he said that he personally does not think that communal discrimination has any role in such situations. The composer stressed that his opinion was based on his own perspective and acknowledged that Rahman may have had different experiences in the industry. He said that I believe that it would not be right to look at the entire film industry from the same perspective. I am sharing my personal opinion and it is not necessary that everyone agrees with this. ”
If Rahman is giving music in Ramayana then how is there discrimination??
Salim Merchant further stressed, citing the example of Rahman’s upcoming project, “If A. R. When Rahman is getting the opportunity to compose music for ‘Ramayana’, which is considered to be one of the biggest films in the history of Indian cinema, it is difficult to believe that any kind of communal bias is being done to him.
‘Ramayana’ is a project based on Hindu mythology and this shows that the industry values Rahman’s talent despite his religious identity. But this is my own opinion, he may have his own reasons.”
What did AR Rahman say?
This discussion started after Rahman’s interview with BBC Asian Network some time ago. Actually, the famous composer was asked whether he had ever faced discrimination in Bollywood because he was a Tamil composer. Responding to this question, Rahman had said, “People who are not creative now have the power to decide things, and it could have been a community thing, but not in front of me. It sounds to me like a Chinese whisper that they booked you, but the music company went ahead and hired five of their composers. I said, ‘Oh, this is great, relax for me, I can chill with my family.’
After debate and criticism following his remarks, A. R. Rehman later shared a video message making his intentions clear. The composer explained that he never intended to hurt anyone’s sentiments and emphasized that music has always been a bridge that connects cultures and celebrates diversity. Rahman said, “Dear friends, music has always been my way of connecting with, celebrating and honoring a culture. India is my inspiration, my teacher and my home. I understand that sometimes intentions can be misunderstood, but my aim has always been to uplift, honor and serve others through music. I have never wanted to hurt anyone and I hope my sincerity is felt. Will be done.”
