November 2024

Composer AR Rahman made his first social media post since confirming his separation from wife Saira Banu. Just two days after the announcement, Rahman took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate his latest achievement: winning the Hollywood Music in Media Award (HMMA) for The Goat Life. The survival drama, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, received nominations in two categories at the HMMA. Based on the 2008 novel Aadujeevitham by Benyamin, Rahman shared a video message expressing his gratitude, calling it an incredible honor to win the award and thanking the film’s team.

The official Instagram page of The Goat Life shared a video of director Blessy receiving the award on stage, along with AR Rahman’s video message to his fans. In the video, Rahman said, “It’s an incredible honour to receive this award for Best Score for a foreign language film, The Goat Life. I am deeply grateful to the Hollywood Music and Media Awards for recognizing the score. This project was a labour of love, and I share this moment with my amazing team of musicians and technicians, the director Blessy, and everyone who believed in the vision we brought to life.”

Score – Independent Film (Foreign Language)
The Goat Life – A. R. Rahmanhttps://t.co/835qBtzD01
— A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) November 21, 2024

After releasing a joint statement through their lawyer about their decision to part ways, Rahman took to his official X account to share a heartfelt message: “We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end. Even the throne of God might tremble at the weight of broken hearts; in this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again. To our friends, thank you for your kindness and for respecting our privacy as we walk through this fragile chapter.”

AR Rahman and Saira Banu are parents to three children: two daughters, Raheema and Khatija, and a son, Ameen. The couple has often kept their family life private, but they are known to share a strong bond with their children. Khatija, their eldest daughter, has made public appearances and is involved in music, while Raheema and Ameen tend to stay out of the spotlight. AR Rahman, renowned for his music career, balances his professional life with his role as a father, guiding his children with values of creativity and discipline.

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In a groundbreaking move, Rakesh Roshan’s iconic film Karan Arjun has re-released in cinemas today, marking a significant milestone in Indian cinema. The 30-year-old blockbuster, starring Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan in full-fledged roles, will be screened in 1114 theatres and 2208 shows across India, as well as 250 shows overseas.

This simultaneous re-release in India and overseas is a first for any Bollywood film. Rakesh Roshan’s innovative re-release strategy aims to reintroduce the classic to modern audiences, blending new-age and traditional tools. Sources close to the project state that the makers have worked tirelessly to enhance the audio-visual experience, ensuring it resonates with new and old fans alike.

If that was not enough, making the three decade old film extra special, the re-release features a remastered version of the film with 5.1 Dolby sound and visual upgrade with Digital Intermediate (DI). New teaser and trailer, as well as fresh posters, have been created to promote the re-release.

Karan Arjun remains the only film featuring Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan in full-fledged roles, making this re-release a unique opportunity for fans to witness the magic of these two superstars on the big screen.

With this historic re-release, ‘Karan Arjun’ is set to captivate audiences once again, reliving the iconic moments, memorable dialogues, and unforgettable action sequences that made it a timeless classic.

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ALT EFF has announced the return of Alia Bhatt as its goodwill ambassador. Through her production banner, Eternal Sunshine Productions, Bhatt continues to support sustainability and environmental awareness. Joining her is Richie Mehta, acclaimed filmmaker and brand ambassador, known for directing Poachers under Bhatt’s banner. The series explores the relationship between humans and the environment.

ALT EFF, known for curating impactful films that shed light on critical environmental issues, has found a steadfast ally in Alia Bhatt. Her production house Eternal Sunshine has previously produced Poachers, a gripping series that explores the intricate relationship between humanity and nature, reflecting her deep commitment to fostering conversations around ecological harmony.

Alia Bhatt expressed, “I am so thrilled to announce that once again Eternal Sunshine Productions partnering with All Living Things Environmental Film Festival for its 2024 edition. So this festival is truly special, it’s a celebration of films that uplifts and showcase nature’s resilience and reminds us how beautiful it is to protect our planet. It is an opportunity for all of us to see and feel the real impact of environmental change through powerful story telling. With over 100 screenings across India Alt Eff brings together the most compelling stories about our climate, our planet and the future shaping together.”

Festival Director Kunal Khanna expressed his excitement about Alia’s continued association and stated, “Alia Bhatt is not just a remarkable artist but also a passionate advocate for the environment. Her creative endeavors through Eternal Sunshine exemplify the transformative power of storytelling in addressing pressing global challenges. With Alia and Richie Mehta as our ambassadors, ALT EFF is uniquely positioned to amplify the voices of filmmakers who seek to use impact film and storytelling to drive environmental action. Together, we are building a platform that goes beyond films, inspiring tangible change and hope.”

ALT EFF 2024 will feature a lineup of films, workshops, and panel discussions focused on pressing environmental issues. With Alia Bhatt and Richie Mehta leading the initiative, the festival aims to inspire communities worldwide to reconsider their relationship with the planet.

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Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman and his wife, Saira, have chosen to part ways after almost 30 years of marriage. Their lawyer, Vandana Shah, confirmed the mutual decision and requested privacy for the family during this challenging period.

Rahman and Saira’s lawyer spoke out

Vandana Shah told ANI, “The divorce hasn’t happened yet. I am representing both of them. I can’t reveal the reason, but it is a marriage of 29 years. In every marriage, ups and downs are common. It is a painful decision, but it is a joint decision. Family’s privacy must be respected at this point of time.”

The news was first announced through a joint statement issued by Saira’s lawyer, Vandana Shah. The couple cited “significant emotional strain” as the reason for their decision to part ways.

“On behalf and instruction of Mrs. Saira and her husband renowned musician Allahrakka Rahman (A.R. Rahman), Vandana Shah and Associates issue the following statement regarding the couple’s decision to part ways,” the statement read in part.

The statement further read, “After many years of marriage, Mrs. Saira and her husband, Mr. A R. Rahman, have made the difficult decision to separate from each other. This decision comes after significant emotional strain in their relationship. Despite their deep love for each other, the couple has found that the tensions and difficulties have created an insurmountable gap between them, one that neither party feels able to bridge at this time. Mrs. Saira and her husband Mr. A R. Rahman emphasize that they have taken this decision out of pain and agony.”

AR Rahman and Saira Banu’s marriage

The composer also shared the news on his X account on Wednesday, expressing that while they had hoped to celebrate their “grand thirty,” life had different plans.

“We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end. Even the throne of God might tremble at the weight of broken hearts. Yet, in this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again. To our friends, thank you for your kindness and for respecting our privacy as we walk through this fragile chapter,” his post on X read.

AR Rahman and Saira married in 1995 and have three children: Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen.

AR Rahman’s work

On the work front, Rahman was recently honoured with the ‘XTIC Award 2024 for Innovation’ by IIT Madras for his virtual reality film Le Musk. The renowned composer also launched the film’s soundtrack worldwide through Believe Music. Rahman has composed iconic soundtracks for films such as Roja, Bombay, Dil Se, Lagaan, and Rockstar. He gained international recognition for his work on Slumdog Millionaire, which earned him two Academy Awards.

In addition to his work in Bollywood, Rahman has contributed to Hollywood films such as 127 Hours and Million Dollar Arm. He has also collaborated with international artists including Mick Jagger, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and will.i.am.

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A new report suggests that the individual arrested for issuing death threats to actor Shah Rukh Khan was monitoring his activities and attempting to gather private details about his family. The accused, identified as Raipur-based lawyer Faizan Khan, is in custody for allegedly threatening the actor and demanding extortion.

According to a report by The Times of India, investigations revealed that Faizan Khan conducted extensive online searches to gather information about Shah Rukh Khan’s family’s security arrangements and movements. He also tracked the movements of the actor and his son, Aryan Khan. This discovery was made through a forensic analysis of Faizan’s second mobile phone, recovered by the Bandra Police investigation team.

Reports indicate that Faizan, currently in judicial custody for ten days, has been providing investigators with evasive and contradictory explanations for his searches related to Shah Rukh Khan and his family’s movements. Both Shah Rukh and Aryan Khan are under Y-plus security cover provided by the Maharashtra government.

On November 7, the Mumbai Police received an anonymous call threatening Shah Rukh Khan’s life and demanding a ₹50 lakh extortion. The call was traced to Raipur, linking the phone to Faizan Khan. Initially, Faizan claimed his phone had been stolen and that he was being framed.

Following preliminary investigations, the police arrested Faizan on November 12 and brought him in for questioning. He was placed in police custody until November 18 and later remanded to judicial custody for two weeks. Notably, Faizan had previously filed a complaint against Shah Rukh Khan regarding a dialogue in his 1994 film Anjaam about deer hunting.

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